AMEDAMA

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"Amedama" is a single-player action game with a beautiful story set in mid 19th century Japan. As a soul without a physical form, you'll possess different bodies to gain control of various weapons and fighting styles, facing different foes and new characters along the way. Your choices in this repeating seven day period will impact the story's outcome, creating a unique human drama with every playthrough. The game features the soul-shifting showdowns and counteraction using the sword technique of Usetsu Tensei sword style.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

story14 positive mentions

The game features a unique soul-shifting mechanic that adds depth to gameplay and allows for interesting character interactions.
The art style and environment design are visually appealing, with low poly 3D models and immersive backgrounds that enhance the overall atmosphere.
The story is engaging with a branching narrative that offers different paths and perspectives, reminiscent of the 'Way of the Samurai' series.

The combat can feel repetitive and lacks depth, often devolving into simple countering and parrying, which may not be satisfying for all players.
The game suffers from a lack of polish, with bugs and issues such as quest flags not activating properly and a frustrating 7-day looping system that can lead to repetitive gameplay.
There are limitations in character dialogue and interactions, which can detract from the overall immersion and storytelling experience.

story
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
65%
6%
The story in the game is generally well-received, featuring an intricate and non-linear narrative with decent branching paths, though some players noted inconsistencies related to the main character's memory during time loops. While the dialogue could benefit from more uniqueness in repeated events, the characters are engaging and the overall plot is considered a highlight, especially for an early access title. Despite some bugs and a lack of memorable moments, the story is seen as a solid foundation that players are eager to see expanded in future updates.
- “The story, character design, music, art style for the character, and gameplay are great in my opinion.”
- “I didn’t go in expecting much from Amedama but was pleasantly surprised by the game as it really feels like a Way of the Samurai spinoff game with a much more serious tone and a pretty good story.”
- “Despite being in early access, the game can be played from start to finish as the story is complete and it is really a highlight of this game.”
- “Story-wise, it's a bit weird that in some loops the main character already had some information and then the time loops and he just forgot about it.”
- “I get why it happened as it's to maintain the thrill of the story, but it's still jarring sometimes.”
- “Considering all the paths and variations, it does somewhat explain why the story isn't perfect.”
gameplay
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
37%
10%
The gameplay features a unique possession mechanic that many players find engaging, though it is accompanied by some unpolished elements and bugs. While the combat is generally satisfactory, it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the game offers a decent experience with interesting mechanics, but it may benefit from further refinement and expansion of its core features.
- “The game concept and gameplay are really amazing!”
- “The soul shifting mechanic is very interesting, and I hope it will be expanded upon following the release from early access, giving more unique interactions and responses dependent on the possessed character.”
- “Besides some bugs I discovered that can be neglected, Amedama is a pretty decent 2D game with moderate gameplay difficulty, suitable for those who want to spend some effort to defeat bosses or enemy groups.”
- “One other issue I had was the soul glow mechanic.”
- “Besides some bugs I discovered that can be neglected, Amedama is a pretty decent 2D game with moderate gameplay difficulty (suitable for those who want to spend some bit of effort to defeat bosses, or sometimes against enemy groups). The story is okay, not bad but nothing too special or memorable; music and character design are also fine.”
- “The gameplay is alright.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their unique art style and immersive environment design, featuring appealing low poly 3D models and miniature backgrounds. However, some criticism is directed at the lack of variety in character portraits, particularly for common NPCs and the protagonist, which detracts from the overall visual experience. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's relaxing and pleasant atmosphere.
- “The visuals are immersive.”
- “The game art style is very relaxing and pleasant.”
- “The portraits of the characters, especially common NPCs, are lacking in variety and feel bland. The portrait for the protagonist also feels a bit bland.”
- “It's more for the art style and story.”
- “The graphic style lends itself to it well.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The music in the game is praised for its classic Japanese-themed soundtrack and sound design, which complements the setting effectively without being intrusive. Reviewers appreciate the fitting background noise and the overall quality of the music, considering it a strong aspect of the game's presentation. While some mention minor bugs, the music contributes positively to the overall experience.
- “I quite like the sound design and the few music tracks it has; the sound team definitely nailed it for this setting.”
- “The world setting and music is great.”
- “Sound: classic Japanese themed soundtrack and background noise, very fitting and never out of place or annoying.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized by its unexpected and random moments, often enhanced by amusing bugs, such as characters flying off-screen during attacks. Players find the fast-paced gameplay surprisingly hilarious, contributing to an overall lighthearted experience.
- “The most important thing to mention is that this fast-paced game is weirdly hilarious at often random times.”
- “There are also some funny bugs where if you use the spinning spear attack, enemies (or even you) fly off the screen.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Character development in the game is generally viewed as decent, with solid character design and an appealing art style, though the story lacks depth and memorability. While the gameplay offers moderate challenges, it does not significantly enhance the overall narrative experience. Overall, the character aspects are satisfactory but not particularly standout.
- “The story, character design, music, art style for the character, and gameplay are great in my opinion.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is consistently described as pleasant, contributing positively to the overall experience of the game.

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