Diluvian Winds: Prologue

90%
Game Brain Score Based on 136 reviews
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Wishlist the full game! About the Game As the weather gets worse, a walrus, acting as a lighthouse keeper, welcomes the travelers looking for a place to sleep. As the keeper, manage the travelers and fulfill their requests to withstand the natural disasters, and grow your hamlet by discovering new rooms.Keep the fire lit to guide the travelers The lighthouse helps guide the travelers and the …

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 136 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game features a charming art style and a relaxing atmosphere, making it enjoyable to play.
  • Resource management mechanics are engaging and provide a unique challenge, with each playthrough offering different experiences.
  • The demo is free and offers a good amount of gameplay, allowing players to get a feel for the game before the full release.
  • There are several bugs and glitches, particularly with fishing mechanics and cutscene transitions that can disrupt gameplay.
  • The game can feel repetitive due to long animations and limited actions per day, which may frustrate players looking for more dynamic gameplay.
  • Balancing issues exist, particularly with resource management, making it difficult to progress without running out of materials.
  • gameplay26 mentions

    Overall, the gameplay is characterized by intuitive mechanics and easy-to-understand character perks, making it accessible for players. However, some users noted issues with turn-based functions and excessive animations that detract from the experience, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness. Despite these drawbacks, many found the gameplay entertaining and engaging, particularly with unique elements like weather mechanics that enhance replayability.

    • “The mechanics are easy to follow and the gameplay is entertaining.”
    • “I love the art style and story (so far), and the mechanics are really interesting.”
    • “It's got a fun weather mechanic that changes production output and threatens to destroy buildings with rogue waves.”
    • “Despite icons lighting up, a lot of the mechanics felt very opaque. For instance, apparently the very first thing you're supposed to do is advance the time of day, but since I hadn't done anything, that felt counterintuitive and wrong. I wasted a good five minutes trying to find a single thing I could click on or even a key to bring up an options menu so I could have a look at the keybindings, and finally just hit the green go button despite being certain I had screwed something up right off the bat.”
    • “In terms of gameplay, I found the need to constantly hit the advance button extremely annoying.”
    • “But there are endless animations to the point that probably a quarter of my playtime was spent watching cutscenes/animations, and the gameplay is not very interesting in the long run.”
  • graphics19 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beautiful and cute art style, with many users highlighting the smoothness and clarity of the visuals. The artwork is described as adorable and well-executed, contributing positively to the overall gameplay experience. Additionally, players appreciate the game's performance, noting that it runs well even on less powerful hardware.

    • “Seriously great concept with a beautiful art style and theme.”
    • “Great game, graphics are impeccable and smooth.”
    • “Beautiful graphics”
    • “The graphics are cute, but they lack depth and detail.”
    • “The graphics are pretty, but they feel simplistic and uninspired.”
    • “While the art style is appealing, the overall graphics quality leaves much to be desired.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is consistently praised for its soothing and peaceful qualities, contributing to a great atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the cutesy and subtle nature of the sound design, which complements the game's visuals and creates a refreshing ambiance.

    • “The music and ambient sounds are quite peaceful.”
    • “The music is very soothing without being omnipresent.”
    • “The relaxing music and overall feel to the game is refreshing.”
    • “Animation is solid, music is subtle.”
  • story7 mentions

    The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the art style and express hope for a more developed narrative to enhance replayability, others note that the game is not primarily focused on storytelling. There are concerns that without a compelling story, the gameplay may become repetitive.

    • “I love the art style and story (so far), and the mechanics are really interesting.”
    • “I'm hoping there will be some sort of story behind this, because otherwise the gameplay will become repetitive and boring very fast.”
    • “It's not a story game.”
    • “I do hope the full game has some sort of story or a series of challenges to vary the goals between playthroughs, though I would likely still buy it even without that just to see how well I could do with all the buildings and characters.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its cozy and beautiful qualities, evoking a nostalgic and immersive experience akin to sitting by a fireplace during a rainstorm. While it features a minimalistic design, some players find it challenging rather than relaxing, yet the overall ambiance, complemented by great music, enhances the gameplay experience.

    • “Cosy, atmospheric, and beautiful.”
    • “But honestly, the cutscenes contribute to this chill, almost nostalgic atmosphere, like listening to rain hitting a window while sat at an open fireplace.”
    • “The atmosphere is really cool and the UI is intuitive, even if there is a bit of a learning curve.”
    • “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
    • “Despite the beautiful graphics, the overall atmosphere is flat and fails to evoke any emotional response.”
    • “The game tries to create a tense atmosphere, but it often falls flat, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The game is praised for its wholesome and relaxing qualities, providing an enjoyable emotional experience for players.

    • “Super wholesome!!”
    • “Nice little game, wholesome and relaxing, very enjoyable.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting it as "100% bug free," while others describe it as a "big terrarium for bugs," indicating a significant presence of glitches. Overall, players express frustration with the bugs, suggesting that stability issues can detract from the overall experience.

    • “100% bug free product”
    • “The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs.”
    • “Get some water 'cause you're going to scream.”
    • “Bugs: I am... inevitable.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and lacking depth, often leading to a monotonous experience that fails to engage or challenge them.

    • “It offers no depth, no challenge, is tedious at the wrong places, and I almost fell asleep playing it.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making the game more of a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
    • “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which quickly became boring and frustrating.”
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Play time

5hMedian play time
5hAverage play time
4-5hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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