Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard

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Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by WatchDaToast and was released on December 23, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard is a 2D pixel art metroidvania game. You play as a young adventurer exploring a mysterious forest, solving puzzles, and battling creatures to uncover the truth about your past. With upgrades to your abilities and equipment, delve deeper into the sprawling world and discover its many secrets.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 234 reviews

story75 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features beautiful hand-drawn pixel art and animations that evoke nostalgia for classic adventure games.
The story is engaging with unexpected twists, and the characters are well-developed and charming, enhanced by excellent voice acting.
Puzzles are mostly logical and rewarding, providing a satisfying challenge without resorting to frustrating moon logic.

Some puzzles can be overly obscure, leading to moments of frustration, especially when items are hard to spot or interact with.
The game suffers from minor bugs and translation issues, including instances of German text appearing in the English version.
There are moments where the pacing feels rushed, particularly in the later chapters, which may detract from the overall experience.

story
141 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
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The game's story is generally praised for its engaging and intriguing narrative, featuring charming characters and unexpected twists that keep players invested. While many reviews highlight the beautiful visuals and strong voice acting that enhance the storytelling, some critiques point to pacing issues and plot inconsistencies that detract from the overall experience. Overall, it is seen as a delightful homage to classic point-and-click adventures, with a mix of humor and fantasy elements that resonate well with fans of the genre.
- “The story is captivating.”
- “The story was great and the plot twist before the last chapter was unexpected!”
- “The charming characters, mysterious story, and beautiful presentation supported by a strong soundtrack and voice cast all add up to a fun and enjoyable experience.”
- “The writing is really a mess - it's a mishmash of a love letter between 'Inherit the Earth' and 'Day of the Tentacle', merging a somewhat grounded and captivating fantasy-turned-sci-fi story with wacky 90s nonsense.”
- “The wacky nonsense clashes with the grounded story by detracting from the serious tones at too many points, and leaves room for confusion and huge plot holes way too often.”
- “The story is so badly paced, poorly written, and due - perhaps - to the terrible localization into English, item descriptions are hideously lacking, requiring you to read between the lines to understand what something can be used for.”
graphics
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
48%
6%
The game's graphics are characterized by a charming hand-drawn and pixel art style that pays homage to classic adventure games from the LucasArts and Sierra era, featuring detailed animations and a nostalgic aesthetic. While many players appreciate the visual presentation and its ability to evoke fond memories, some criticize the lack of modern graphical options and occasional bugs that detract from the experience. Overall, the graphics are well-received for their artistic quality, though opinions vary on their execution and the limitations imposed by the retro style.
- “It's a game beautifully hand-drawn and hand-animated, intentionally designed to emulate the art style and feel of classic LucasArts and Sierra era adventure games.”
- “The graphics are beautifully rendered in the classic pixel style, and I loved how polished the cut-scenes are, both the animated and the static 'storybook' style ones.”
- “This is a beautiful homage to point-and-click adventure games of old, with wonderfully detailed pixel graphics and a slew of puzzles with weird, roundabout solutions that only make sense in the game.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “If I have one complaint, it is the inability to smooth out the pixel graphics to make the game look a bit smoother.”
music
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
23%
9%
The music in the game is widely praised for its thematic relevance and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers noting its catchy and well-composed nature. It effectively complements the game's visuals and atmosphere, capturing a range of emotions from whimsical to spooky. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “Every location and bit of scenery is so beautifully drawn and animated along with an amazing soundtrack that conveys the mood perfectly.”
- “The music absolutely completes every location.”
- “Every feeling from whimsical, to morose, to spooky, to grim is captured excellently in the music!”
- “These visuals are further complemented by a nice if not too memorable soundtrack and some more than passable sound design.”
- “However, while some games may be cheaper and offer an equivalent length of content, Owlsgard is a well-polished title where you can tell a lot of care and love went into every part: the animations, voice acting, music, visuals, characters, puzzles, and story.”
- “The music, sound effects and full voice acting are also amazing.”
humor
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
97%
10%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and cleverness, featuring a mix of snarky remarks, tongue-in-cheek references, and engaging character interactions that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate that the humor is well-integrated into the story without feeling forced, maintaining a balance that keeps it entertaining without overshadowing the game's logic or narrative. The combination of whimsical and darker elements, along with a nostalgic nod to classic adventure games, contributes to a delightful and memorable comedic atmosphere.
- “The game is written humorously yet not self-indulgently, remaining internally consistent with the setting even in its worst puns and references.”
- “I loved this game so much, it's so funny and wholesome, with an amazing twist!”
- “Couldn't stop laughing with some stuff, excellent humor and references to old school games.”
- “Many modern, cartoonish-looking games rely heavily on humor, but it often falls flat and feels forced.”
- “The attempts at humor in this game come off as overly cheesy and fail to land.”
- “The jokes in this game feel outdated and lack the cleverness needed to be truly funny.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
58%
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The gameplay is characterized by a minimalist yet engaging approach, focusing on puzzle-solving through item interactions that often lead to satisfying "a-ha!" moments. While it may not innovate significantly within the point-and-click genre, it offers a solid experience with a charming story and humor reminiscent of classics like Monkey Island. Some puzzles can be overly specific, potentially frustrating players, but overall, the game provides a relaxing and enjoyable journey for both newcomers and veterans alike.
- “I was stumped a few times (I played classic mode), but never felt betrayed by mechanics or foolish for being stuck; stumps always led to an 'a-ha!' moment or a chuckle.”
- “The gameplay mostly boils down to solving various puzzles by finding sensible places to use your collected items, which I enjoyed.”
- “This is a very adorable point and click adventure game. If you were a fan of Monkey Island or anything similar, I would highly recommend this game because it has the same humor, mystery, and puzzle mechanics that any other good clicker game has.”
- “Though this simplicity may disappoint those seeking a more challenging experience, it does offer a relaxing and casual gameplay session.”
- “Its story, while simple, still kept me asking questions; its gameplay doesn't innovate on the point-and-click genre but instead sticks to what was established.”
- “The only real complaint from a gameplay perspective is the occasional reliance some puzzles have on the player using the exact right command on the exact right part of the scenery, which caused my only real stuck moments.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, often feeling nostalgic for classic point-and-click adventures while appreciating its unique identity. The heartfelt storytelling, lovable characters, and a blend of humor and touching moments create an engaging experience that resonates with players, leaving them both entertained and moved. Overall, the game is celebrated for its ability to evoke a range of emotions, from joy to nostalgia, making it a memorable journey.
- “I'm so happy to see this style of game created in my time that I cried a little at the end.”
- “A heartfelt love letter to 90s point-and-clicks while also having its own clear identity.”
- “With Beyond the Edge of Owlsgard, I recall every funny moment, touching interaction, clue I figured out, character name, and I'm finding myself totally engrossed in this brilliant game. It tells a story so flawlessly interjected with moments of whimsy, fear, spookiness, and some lore!”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its impressive art direction, atmospheric backgrounds, and excellent lighting, which together create a vibrant and immersive world. The music, reminiscent of classic PC adventure game soundtracks, enhances the overall experience with catchy melodies. Additionally, the quality of voice acting and the engaging story contribute to a captivating ambiance that draws players in.
- “Especially the atmospheric backgrounds and the great lighting mood in every scene, as well as the wonderful music, is very impressive.”
- “It emulates the sound of old PC adventure game OSTs with heavy atmosphere and featuring lots of catchy melodies.”
- “Great art direction and atmosphere (the backgrounds are especially brilliant and full of animation that brings the world to life), good voice acting, very few unfair/pixel-hunter puzzles, and a surprisingly compelling story (which is quite rare in this genre).”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often leading to confusion due to clunky inventory navigation and obscure puzzles. The lack of intuitive design elements, such as a scroll function, exacerbates the experience, making exploration feel more like a chore than an engaging challenge. Overall, while some enjoy the narrative depth, the grinding mechanics detract from the enjoyment of gameplay.
- “Not only does this lead to confusion on the player's part when getting lost trying every combination, thinking that the kept items must still be used for something later, but it makes navigating the inventory banks unnecessarily more tedious and clunky - especially if it doesn't have a scroll function like the dialogues' selection bank does.”
- “The puzzles start becoming even more obscure for the sake of obscurity: having to interact with out-of-focus elements on the edge of the screen, things on the screen being mislabeled, etc. It just started feeling tedious and not enjoyable.”
- “I didn't actually find the 'classic' mode all that difficult, just a bit tedious at times.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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Character development in the game is noted to be lacking, with reviewers indicating that while the narrative is enjoyable and the artwork is charming, it does not delve deeply into character growth. Overall, the game is appreciated for its engaging story and visuals, but it falls short in providing substantial character development.
- “The artwork and character designs are lovely, and the narrative is fairly good.”
- “Very charming point & click package with an engaging story, fun puzzles, and lovely visuals and character designs.”
- “While it falls short in terms of character development, puzzles, and narrative depth, it offers a pleasant journey.”
- “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack meaningful growth throughout the game.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of backstory and development for the main character, making it hard to connect with them.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Overall, the game's stability is generally good, especially on the Steam Deck, with only minor issues reported, such as small sprite glitches and occasional dialogue update problems. However, players expected a more polished experience given its nearly two-year release history.
- “Runs great on Steam Deck.”
- “For a game that came out nearly two years ago, you'd think it'd be bug-free and well polished.”
- “As for bugs, I only encountered small sprite glitches, unobvious screen transitions, and a couple of situations when Finn's lines didn't update after certain events.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the replayability of the game, noting the availability of modern and classic modes, as well as achievements, which provide additional hours of enjoyment after completing the main storyline.
- “I got a little bummed out because it ended, but luckily there's some replay value to be had with its modern/classic modes and the achievements. Here's to a few more hours of joy!”
- “The game offers a fantastic replayability factor with multiple endings and character choices that keep you coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh thanks to the random events and diverse character builds, making it hard to put down!”
- “I got a little bummed out because it ended, but luckily there's some replay value to be had with its modern/classic modes and the achievements; here's to a few more hours of joy!”
- “After finishing the game, I felt like there wasn't much incentive to play again. The story doesn't change, and the side quests feel repetitive.”
- “While the game was enjoyable, I found that once I completed it, there wasn't enough variety to draw me back for a second playthrough.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game's localization is praised for its high-quality English voice acting, featuring similar-sounding voice actors who deliver vibrant and dramatic performances, enhancing the overall experience.
- “From replaying a bunch of scenes with English voices, I'd also say that the localization is quite well done, with similar sounding voice actors who deliver equally great performances.”
- “The English voice acting is truly top-notch, and every performance is colorful and dramatic.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is perceived positively, with users appreciating the attractive artwork and character designs, suggesting that the game's aesthetic appeal may serve as an effective promotional tool for related products like Aseprite.

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Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard is a puzzle game.

Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 10 hours playing Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard.

Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard was released on December 23, 2022.

Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard was developed by WatchDaToast.

Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard is a single player game.

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