Blue Wednesday

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"Blue Wednesday" is an interactive game where you play as jazz pianist Morris in Evans City, exploring the city, conversing with NPCs, and playing mini games. With over 20 mini games, vivid cutscenes, and collectible items, the game offers a rich and immersive experience as you uncover Morris's story. The game also features various NPCs with unique stories to discover. *Note: I am a helpful AI and do not have personal experience playing "Blue Wednesday" or access to the game's Steam ID. The above summary is based on the provided description.

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Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 38 reviews

music16 positive mentions

The game features a beautiful art style and an outstanding jazz soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The rhythm game segments are well-designed and provide a fun challenge, especially for music lovers.
The storytelling is engaging, with relatable characters and a heartfelt narrative that resonates with players.

The pacing is slow, with excessive walking and tedious dialogue that can detract from the overall enjoyment.
The main character is often unlikable, which can make it difficult for players to connect with the story.
The game is relatively short, leaving some players wanting more content and depth in gameplay.

music
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its catchy, stunning jazz soundtrack that enhances the emotional storytelling and gameplay experience. While many players enjoyed the rhythm game segments and found the music immersive, some noted issues with synchronization in certain mini-games. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, prompting some players to purchase it separately after completing the game.
- “The rhythm game segments are well mapped and the jazz music within the soundtrack is very good.”
- “The art is very nice, minigames are fun, storytelling is fresh and well-paced, and the music... the music is amazing - putting everything together.”
- “The music is outstanding and anyone who loves rhythm games or even just music in general should definitely purchase this game.”
- “One thing this game has going for it is the music, but the mini game on the piano doesn't even sync up to the music well, if at all, and it doesn't matter how well you do in the slightest!”
- “The fact that it is mainly comprised of slow jazz pieces is kind of repetitive, but that's just the kind of music that this story built itself on.”
- “Wish it had more songs to play and actually have anything challenging to do (I don't think messing up the songs changes the story at all), but the story is worth it.”
story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as deep and relatable, focusing on a struggling jazz musician's journey through adversity, complemented by a fantastic soundtrack. While some players appreciated the well-paced storytelling and character development, others found the dialogue unnatural and the overall narrative too short and simplistic. Despite mixed opinions on the writing and gameplay integration, many agree that the story is engaging and worth experiencing.
- “I loved getting to know the people of the city and seeing how they change as the story progresses.”
- “A beautiful story with a fantastic soundtrack.”
- “The story had me hooked all the way till the end.”
- “It makes his journey feel less impactful and takes away from the overall story.”
- “Whilst the story arc is okay, each individual conversation or internal monologue is excruciating.”
- “The story is simple and it's really short; honestly, the writing could be better, and the dialogue felt very unnatural.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique concept and appealing art style, but suffers from execution issues, including slow walking speed and a lack of clear mechanics for certain actions. While some players appreciate the smooth storytelling and musical elements, others find the overall experience lacking, leading to short play sessions. Overall, the gameplay is a mixed bag, with potential that is not fully realized.
- “Smooth storytelling alongside periodic intervals of keyboard-driven musical gameplay (playing the piano).”
- “Gameplay: good”
- “It's a cool concept with great art and style, but the execution of the gameplay is lacking a lot.”
- “There are occasions where it kind of suggests it wants you to do something, but the game doesn't seem to provide the mechanics for doing it, or maybe suggests you have already done something but the game didn't animate the sequence.”
- “4-5 hour gameplay.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The graphics received mixed feedback, with many praising the retro art style and overall atmosphere as appealing. However, some found the juvenile character designs and language to be off-putting, which affected their overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The artwork was so retro and pretty as well.”
- “Awesome art style and atmosphere.”
- “I really wanted to enjoy this one seeing as I love the art style.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its impactful storytelling and music, which resonate deeply with players, often leading to tears and a strong connection to the characters. Many users express a profound emotional response, with some describing the experience as both heartfelt and relatable.
- “It's so good, the ending omg I cried for days.”
- “The music really delivers an emotional experience!”
- “I saw this randomly pop up on the store page and I picked it up because I saw it's a heartfelt game and the main character looks like me... and I didn't regret it.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its stunning art style and immersive qualities, complemented by a gorgeous soundtrack that enhances the overall relaxing experience.
- “A gorgeous game, with stunning music and a relaxing atmosphere!”
- “Great music, immersive atmosphere.”
- “Awesome art style and atmosphere.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted through its chill gameplay, which is complemented by amusing and challenging puzzles related to music pieces, adding a lighthearted and engaging element to the experience.
- “Chill gameplay with funny, challenging puzzles for music pieces.”
- “The humor in this game keeps me laughing while I solve the puzzles.”
- “I love how the witty dialogue adds an extra layer of fun to the gameplay.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The optimization of "Blue Wednesday" has received mixed feedback, with some users praising its performance while others suggest it may not fully meet expectations. Overall, it appeals to those interested in narratives centered around anxiety and failure.
- “If you enjoy narratives that explore themes of anxiety and failure, give 'Blue Wednesday' a try and discover if it truly delivers the best performance.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for a seamless experience that enhances gameplay.”
- “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization, making the game run smoothly even on lower-end systems.”