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Coldwake

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81%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
100% User Score Based on 32 reviews

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Coldwake is a single player casual simulation game with mystery, post-apocalyptic and science fiction themes. It was developed by MadLeap Games and was released on February 13, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Coldwake is a text-driven mystery set in the icy aftermath of a global collapse. Armed with nothing but an old terminal and your curiosity, you’ll dig through corrupted logs, hidden directories, and fragmented memories buried in a forgotten facility. Every command you type is a key—one that might unlock a lost file, a piece of a shattered mind, or a chilling secret about what really happened benea…

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100%Audience ScoreBased on 32 reviews
story12 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Beautifully crafted, emotionally compelling story that deeply resonates with players.
  • Intuitive puzzle structure with simple cipher puzzles and keyword commands that enhance engagement.
  • Well-executed retro terminal aesthetic paired with an excellent soundtrack that boosts immersion.
  • Relatively short gameplay length, leaving some players wanting more content or longer experience.
  • Occasionally challenging to find the right keywords or cipher solutions without external help.
  • Limited replayability and minimal complex gameplay mechanics could feel simplistic for some.

  • story

    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    52% positive mentions, 35% neutral mentions, 13% negative mentions

    The story is widely praised for being emotionally compelling, thoughtfully crafted, and uniquely delivered through intuitive puzzles and hidden logs. While some players wish it were longer, the narrative's impactful and relatable nature keeps them fully invested, culminating in a satisfying and memorable conclusion.

    • “The story itself is emotionally compelling, the character writing feels very genuine, and its presentation only adds to the narrative instead of just being something tacked on.”
    • “While the retro-terminal aesthetics are also very nicely done, and the soundtrack is excellent, the story is really where the game shines – it packs quite a bit of emotional impact, much more than I would have expected given the length of the game.”
    • “The story is amazing, the ending is so sweet... honestly the best 2.4 hours of my life playing games.”
    • “I almost feel as though the story capped off right when it was getting good and I found myself craving more.”
    • “A short story, told by keywords in a frozen apocalypse.”
    • “This game... god I wish there was more like it, at first you start off like 'something isn't quite right' then you find yourself being drawn into the subtle story hidden in hidden logs.”

  • gameplay

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The gameplay is mechanically simple, centering on typing commands and searching logs for keywords to advance the plot, with an inbuilt system that guides players toward important commands. It offers a mix of puzzles and cyphers, appealing more to those who enjoy a slower, story-driven experience rather than fast-paced or highly stimulating gameplay.

    • “Really sweet game, with fun gameplay, a few cyphers and puzzles.”
    • “If you are used to more stimulating gameplay then you might find this downright boring, but if you're part of the older generation, Coldwake is a real gem.”
    • “If you are used to more stimulating gameplay then you might find this downright boring.”
    • “Mechanically simple, the game uses this to tell the story of what happened until this point.”
    • “Suffice to say, mechanically-speaking, you scour logs looking for the keywords needed to advance the plot.”

  • emotional

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game delivers a genuinely heartfelt and emotionally compelling story, enhanced by well-written characters and a fitting presentation. Its excellent soundtrack accentuates key moments, creating a memorable and impactful narrative experience despite the game's short length.

    • “The story itself is emotionally compelling, the character writing feels very genuine, and its presentation only adds to the narrative instead of just being something tacked on.”
    • “While the retro-terminal aesthetics are also very nicely done, and the soundtrack is excellent, the story is really where the game shines – it packs quite a bit of emotional impact, much more than I would have expected given the length of the game.”
    • “The music is also pretty good, and helps accentuate those emotional moments while serving as a good backdrop to the reading experience.”

  • music

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music is praised for its quality and effectively enhancing emotional moments, providing an excellent backdrop to the game's narrative. The soundtrack complements the retro-terminal aesthetics, contributing significantly to the overall immersive experience.

    • “The music is also pretty good, and helps accentuate those emotional moments while serving as a good backdrop to the reading experience.”
    • “While the retro-terminal aesthetics are also very nicely done, and the soundtrack is excellent, the story is really where the game shines – it packs quite a bit of emotional impact, much more than I would have expected given the length of the game.”

  • graphics

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics effectively capture a "console mystery" vibe with simple, well-executed retro-terminal aesthetics and an intuitive interface. Although not highly ambitious visually, the design complements the game's emotional storytelling and overall atmosphere.

    • “While not as graphically ambitious as Stories Untold or Hypnospace Outlaw, it does the 'console mystery' effectively with only a few moving parts and a very intuitive interface.”
    • “While the retro-terminal aesthetics are also very nicely done, and the soundtrack is excellent, the story is really where the game shines – it packs quite a bit of emotional impact, much more than I would have expected given the length of the game.”

  • replayability

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game offers a strong, well-told story but lacks significant replayability or hidden content to encourage multiple playthroughs.

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Coldwake is a casual simulation game with mystery, post-apocalyptic and science fiction themes. Common tags for Coldwake include indie, emotional, artificial intelligence, 2d, female protagonist and others.

Coldwake is available on PC, Web Browser and Windows.

Coldwake was released on February 13, 2026.

Coldwake was developed by MadLeap Games.

Coldwake has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Coldwake for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Coldwake is a single player game.

Similar games include No Case Should Remain Unsolved, Lost Wiki: Kozlovka, Analogue: A Hate Story, Tacoma, Beacon Pines and others.