Awaken
- January 26, 2017
- Blueprint Reality Inc.
Get on Steam"Awaken" is a single-player adventure game with a dense atmosphere, soon to release the Fountain of Light Update . This update introduces 30 new levels and a new world ruled by a gas giant and floating islands, where warmth and chill play significant roles in puzzles. Additionally, players can discover and share community-created levels through the new Community Altar.
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Rift
Reviews
- The game features a beautiful atmosphere with great attention to detail, making it immersive and enjoyable.
- Puzzles are engaging and progressively challenging, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment when solved.
- The physics mechanics are smooth and reliable, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- There are several bugs and performance issues, including freezing and sound problems that can disrupt gameplay.
- The game currently has limited content, which some players feel does not justify the price.
- The minimalist design can sometimes feel overly simplistic or lazy, detracting from the overall experience.
- music14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in this puzzle game is praised for its relaxing quality and integration with gameplay, where players' actions influence the soundscape, reminiscent of the game Thumper. While the minimalist environment complements the auditory experience, some users feel the music's description may be misleading. Overall, the sound design is well-received, enhancing the immersive experience of the game.
“This is a really cool, musical puzzle game.”
“The minimalist environment is nicely done and the music is relaxing.”
“The sounds and music are great as well.”
“The music reference in the description feels a bit misleading.”
“The music is a similar concept to Thumper (which I also like): your actions define more or less (part of) the music, so if you get a part of the puzzle right, you continue and you hear extra sounds added to the music.”
“The music is a similar concept to Thumper (which I also like): your actions define more or less (part of) the music, so if you get a part of the puzzle right, you continue and you hear extra sounds added to the music.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its polish and attention to detail, creating a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Reviewers highlight the combination of a fun puzzle gameplay with a well-crafted ambiance, making it a refreshing contrast to more intense gaming sessions. Overall, the atmosphere significantly enhances the enjoyment of the game.
“Very nice atmosphere and attention to details, good puzzles.”
“All in all, it is a very fun puzzle game, with a nice atmosphere.”
“But the atmosphere and presentation is so polished that it feels like much more.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their beautiful and simple aesthetic, contributing to a fantastical atmosphere that enhances the puzzle-solving experience. However, some players noted performance issues when many graphical elements are present, and the art style may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the visuals are a highlight, though the game's price point is considered high by some.
“I enjoy this game a lot; the art style lends a lot to making it feel fantastical, and it does a good job of making you feel clever while solving the puzzles, especially when it takes a lot of trial and error to get to a solution.”
“I really love this game with its beautiful, simple graphics and environments.”
“I think I prefer Grav Lab in terms of mechanics, but this one is certainly more aesthetic.”
“There aren't a lot of cons, except the non-sale price point is a bit high, and there were a few performance issues with the game when a lot of graphical elements were on-screen.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its relaxing and aesthetic qualities, drawing comparisons to Rube Goldberg-style mechanics and games like Fantastic Contraption and Bounce. While some players prefer the mechanics of other titles, they appreciate the artistic design and enjoyable soundscapes that enhance the overall experience.
“It's really nice; the surroundings, sounds, and gameplay are pretty relaxing.”
“I'm reminded of crazy machines with the Rube Goldberg style gameplay and sound shapes with the sounds that go with it.”
“The gameplay reminds me of Fantastic Contraption and Bounce, although it seems like this game is made more by artists and less by engineers, if that makes any sense :)”
“I think I prefer Grav Lab in terms of mechanics, but this one is certainly more aesthetic.”
“I'm reminded of Crazy Machines with the Rube Goldberg-style gameplay and Sound Shapes with the sounds that go with it.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game generally performs well, but some users have reported performance issues when many graphical elements are present, which may affect the overall experience. Additionally, the non-sale price point is considered high by some players.
“There aren't a lot of cons, except the non-sale price point is a bit high, and there were a few performance issues with the game when a lot of graphical elements were on-screen.”
