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Aurora: A Child's Journey

Aurora: A Child’s Journey has a strong message on the dangers of pollution, but the gameplay is far too ordinary to make it worth your while.
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81%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
stability, monetization
90% User Score Based on 296 reviews
Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

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Aurora: A Child's Journey is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Luski Game Studio and was released on November 20, 2020. It received negative reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Aurora: A Child's Journey is a short and emotional game about the impacts of a huge environmental disaster through the eyes and feelings of a child.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 296 reviews
story28 positive mentions
stability4 negative mentions

  • Aurora: A Child's Journey features beautiful graphics and a charming art style that enhances the emotional storytelling.
  • The game delivers a powerful message about environmental issues through the innocent perspective of a child, making it both poignant and thought-provoking.
  • It's a short, free game that provides a relaxing experience, making it accessible for players of all ages, especially children.
  • The gameplay is very simple and lacks depth, with many players finding it too short and easy, often completing it in under 20 minutes.
  • There are several technical issues, including glitches and awkward controls, particularly during the boat sequence, which can lead to frustrating experiences.
  • While the story is impactful, some players felt it was disjointed and could have benefited from a more cohesive narrative structure.
  • story
    80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story, inspired by a real environmental disaster in Brazil, is both poignant and emotionally impactful, focusing on a young girl's imaginative journey through pollution and catastrophe. While the narrative is short—lasting under 20 minutes—it effectively conveys a strong message about climate change and its effects on communities, though some players feel it could benefit from a longer, more complex storyline. Overall, the combination of beautiful visuals and a heartfelt story resonates well, making it a memorable experience despite its simplicity.

    • “A poignant story about how a small child might imagine away pollution in order to be able to be a child and enjoy life in communities most impacted by their environmental damages.”
    • “This game tells a moving story and it features stunning environments, an immersive soundtrack, and beautiful graphics.”
    • “Short story, but it brings a very strong message about a true tragedy, where people suffer the consequences of the disaster until today.”
    • “The whole thing lasts less than 20 minutes, conveys a little story about a girl facing a catastrophe, and it's over before some people could even get the thing downloaded.”
    • “Little to no replayability as there is one simple storyline and no resolution.”
    • “The storyline was basically nothing, just going forward and forward, and I didn't even understand what they wanted to say by the ending.”
  • graphics
    49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive generally positive feedback, with many users praising the beautiful art style, stunning environments, and attention to detail. While some describe the graphics as simple or reasonable for a free game, others highlight their effectiveness in conveying the game's important message. Overall, the visuals are considered a strong point, enhancing the overall experience despite some minor criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics.

    • “Beautiful graphics and a wonderful game overall!”
    • “The graphics and music are absolutely beautiful and Aurora herself is adorable!”
    • “The visuals are absolutely stunning and demonstrate the message of the game from the very beginning of your journey.”
    • “The graphics are fairly reasonable for a free game... this won't win any awards or impress anyone, but they're 'viable' given the price.”
    • “However, the graphics are simple and smooth, yet really satisfying.”
    • “The graphics are pretty cool, but gameplay is clunky with the controls.”
  • gameplay
    41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Aurora" is characterized by its simplicity and minimal challenge, primarily involving walking, short platforming, and basic puzzles. While the game features a visually appealing design and conveys a meaningful environmental message, many reviewers noted that the mechanics are clunky and the overall experience lacks depth, making it more suitable for younger audiences rather than adults. Overall, the gameplay serves more as a vehicle for storytelling than as a robust gaming experience.

    • “Aurora is a visually appealing puzzle game with a calming atmosphere and simple, yet engaging mechanics.”
    • “The game was artistic, had a synchronized soundtrack along with the gameplay which keeps the players hooked until the end and also was short and precise to the message it wanted to convey.”
    • “Simple yet fluid gameplay!”
    • “I would give it a 1/10 difficulty rating as the gameplay is minimal and the instructions are pretty clear during the whole game (you need to follow the path of a huge environmental disaster through the eyes and feelings of a child).”
    • “The graphics are pretty cool, but gameplay is clunky with the controls.”
    • “Aurora: a child’s journey has a strong message on the dangers of pollution, but the gameplay is far too ordinary to make it worth your while.”
  • music
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive and beautiful quality, enhancing the overall experience with a serene and artistic atmosphere. Players appreciate the synchronization of the soundtrack with gameplay, which adds depth to the storytelling and evokes nostalgic feelings. While the game is short, its captivating music and sound design leave a lasting impression, making it a memorable part of the experience.

    • “The soundtrack is immersive and worth a play through.”
    • “The music and sound design created a world of serenity that could be felt from the perspective of a child.”
    • “The game was artistic, had a synchronized soundtrack along with the gameplay which keeps the players hooked until the end.”
    • “The game can be quite creepy as soon as she starts investigating, with dim lighting, the monsters she's imagining she's encountering, and the music starts turning creepy, but there's no combat or violence in this game.”
    • “Very short game with beautiful music and a very deep ending...”
    • “The game was artistic, had a synchronized soundtrack along with the gameplay which keeps the players hooked until the end and also was short and precise to the message it wanted to convey through it.”
  • emotional
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    "aurora: a child's journey" is a deeply emotional game that poignantly explores the impact of environmental disasters through the innocent perspective of a child. Players are drawn into a heartwarming yet heartbreaking narrative, where the juxtaposition of a child's imagination against the harsh realities of tragedy elicits strong emotional responses, often leaving them in tears by the end. The game's simple yet powerful storytelling, combined with its charming visuals and sound design, makes it a touching experience for players of all ages.

    • “Aurora: A Child's Journey is a short and emotional game about the impacts of a huge environmental disaster through the eyes and feelings of a child.”
    • “The heart-wrenching and concerning message in this game was overpowering and had me with watering eyes by the end credits.”
    • “It showed a lot how the girl was just trying to be happy, but because of the timer, it showed how eventually the harsh reality would set in, which is very emotional to me since it makes you realize the sad truth behind the message of the game.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in Aurora is characterized by its visually stunning art and calming ambiance, creating an engaging experience despite the game's brevity. The polished backdrops and art house influence enhance the overall mood, making it a highly recommended title for players seeking a serene yet impactful puzzle experience.

    • “Aurora is a visually appealing puzzle game with a calming atmosphere and simple, yet engaging mechanics.”
    • “With an unexpectedly high level of polish, atmospheric backdrops, and an undeniable art house impact, it's a real recommendation, no matter how predictable and harmless 'Aurora' may seem at first.”
    • “The atmosphere, although quickly changing due to the shortness of the game, is an intense experience.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews on replayability are mixed, with some users noting low replayability due to a straightforward storyline and lack of resolution, while others highlight the game as infinitely replayable, suggesting diverse gameplay experiences.

    • “Replayability: infinitely replayable”
    • “The game offers endless opportunities for replayability.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh and engaging, making it highly replayable.”
    • “Replayability: low”
    • “Little to no replayability as there is one simple storyline and no resolution.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent and disruptive glitches, such as falling through objects and unexpected character behavior. While the gameplay is generally well-received, the prevalence of these bugs has led to a negative impact on the overall experience, prompting calls for updates to address these problems.

    • “Very buggy and full of annoying glitches.”
    • “The game constantly glitches.”
    • “I'm giving this a thumbs down solely due to the glitches - I fell through things, I inexplicably flew towards the sky, and my face glitched out in the most disturbing manner possible.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features no in-game purchases, indicating a completely free-to-play experience without additional monetization strategies.

    • “In-game purchases: none”
    • “The game offers a fair monetization model that doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
    • “I appreciate that there are no paywalls, allowing everyone to enjoy the game equally.”
    • “The game feels like a cash grab with its excessive in-game purchases.”
    • “I was disappointed by the aggressive monetization tactics that ruin the overall experience.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its charming and whimsical elements, including subtle child-like singing and soft laughter that enhance the nostalgic experience. Players find it endearing and cute, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere that evokes feelings of childhood joy. Overall, the humor is gentle and complements the game's beautiful scenery and music.

    • “A very short little game, it only lasts a few minutes, but it's a very cute little game, with beautiful scenery and music, and the occasional subtle child-like singing and soft laughing that Aurora does in the background while you play as her. Definitely one I'll be coming back to over and over again; it makes me feel like a kid again, playing this. I've always missed that feeling from my childhood! ^_^”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring an unrealistic amount of effort to achieve progress. Many feel that the grind detracts from the overall enjoyment, with some even jokingly suggesting it demands a second life to complete.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Grinding achievements: 0.”
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Aurora: A Child's Journey is a action adventure game.

Aurora: A Child's Journey is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

Aurora: A Child's Journey was released on November 20, 2020.

Aurora: A Child's Journey was developed by Luski Game Studio.

Aurora: A Child's Journey has received negative reviews from players and negative reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

Aurora: A Child's Journey is a single player game.

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