Drizzlepath: Deja Vu

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Drizzlepath: Deja Vu is a single player casual simulation game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Tonguç Bodur and was released on May 25, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In Drizzlepath: Deja Vu, a man ponders life's mysteries on a journey to a mountain's peak to uncover truths about his existence. This atmospheric "walking simulator" offers professional voice narration and a meditative exploration experience, with bonus in-references for fans of the developer's earlier works. It's not a remake or sequel, but a spiritual revisitation of the developer's very first game, now enhanced with new meaning and depth.

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Audience ScoreBased on 125 reviews

graphics28 positive mentions

story8 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and stunning landscapes create an immersive atmosphere.
The narration is soothing and adds a reflective quality to the experience.
Short playtime makes it a quick, relaxing journey through nature.

Lacks interactivity and gameplay elements, making it feel more like a guided tour than a game.
The narrative can be vague and unengaging, with philosophical musings that may not resonate with everyone.
Repetitive environments and linear paths can lead to boredom over the short runtime.

graphics
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Drizzlepath: Deja Vu" are widely praised for their stunning beauty and immersive quality, particularly when played on high settings, showcasing mesmerizing elements like clouds and vibrant environments. While the visuals are a standout feature, some players noted inconsistencies and performance issues that detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the game is recognized for its breathtaking visuals, though the gameplay and narrative may not match the same level of engagement.
- “The game immerses you in its world, with stunning graphics when played on ultra settings and high FPS.”
- “The visuals, particularly the magnificent clouds, are mesmerizing and help create a deeply atmospheric environment.”
- “The graphics are amazing and very realistic, with wind moving flowers and clouds, and variations of environments.”
- “Really bad game.. you can't jump or interact with anything. I started the game and then I ran in one direction for 30 minutes and watched the 1999 graphics. Maybe the game begins later, but the first impression I got in 30 minutes of playing is just awful. It's even the laziest game I ever played.”
- “I can run the latest AAA games just fine and my system far exceeds the recommended settings, but Drizzlepath: Deja Vu turns my PC into a wind turbine. Turning the graphical settings down takes away from the appeal of this game, in which all there is to do is walk around and look at things.”
- “The game also suffers from being way too inconsistent with the graphics to the point that having them all the way down is better because the consistency and overall less cluttered feel is much better on the eyes.”
story
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight a significant divide in perceptions of the game's story, with many players finding it vague, lacking in character development, and often confusing or unengaging. While some appreciate the philosophical themes and beautiful visuals, others criticize the absence of a coherent narrative and meaningful interaction, leading to a sense of boredom. Overall, the storytelling is seen as either abstract and introspective or entirely absent, leaving players divided on its effectiveness.
- “To me, the best walking simulators out there are games that place you in an environment that you want to explore as you witness a story unfold with characters that you care about.”
- “The emotional story will stay with you for days.”
- “Drizzlepath: deja vu is a pure walking simulator with exceptionally beautiful scenery and a pleasing soundtrack; instead of a character-based story, it is an introspective (and at times, surreal) journey with visual metaphors and some thoughtful reflections on this adventure we call life.”
- “This game lacks characters, a story, and any kind of interactive elements.”
- “No story, nothing you can interact with, no explanation of the world... the description of the game on Steam says something about a man who travels up a mountain, searching for the truth of his existence... if I hadn't read that description, I wouldn't have even guessed that.”
- “The developer took a bunch of assets off the Unity store, made a massive straight path, added some meaningless dialogue, and then got people to pay money for it and waste their time.”
music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Drizzlepath: Deja Vu" is widely praised for its calming and beautiful qualities, enhancing the game's serene landscapes and introspective narrative. While some players found the soundtrack memorable and fitting, others noted it could become forgettable over time. Overall, the combination of soothing music and a pleasant narrator contributes to a relaxing experience, though some recommend muting the game in favor of personal playlists.
- “The world of Drizzlepath: Deja Vu is breathtaking, and the music is simply gorgeous.”
- “Gorgeous music accompanies a philosophical and poetic narrative.”
- “A gorgeous walking simulator with a calming atmospheric soundtrack and mildly philosophical commentary.”
- “Would almost recommend you just put on a soothing playlist and mute the in-game music and dialogue.”
- “If you're looking at this then you've probably played some of Tonguç Bodur's other games and know what to expect: simple walking simulators using many 3rd-party 3D assets, sounds, and music, with some god-awful and poorly written pseudo-philosophical ramblings narrated on top.”
- “I would recommend muting it though and playing chill music of your own (I recommend 'The Pearl' by Harold Budd and Brian Eno).”
atmosphere
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in "Drizzlepath: Deja Vu" is widely praised for its stunning visuals, particularly the captivating clouds and weather effects that create an immersive outdoor experience. While the game successfully establishes a rich and calming ambiance, some players feel that the narration and certain scripted elements detract from the overall atmosphere, suggesting that a more subtle approach could enhance the experience. Overall, it is considered a beautiful and atmospheric walking simulator that appeals to fans of the genre.
- “The visuals, particularly the magnificent clouds, are mesmerizing and help create a deeply atmospheric environment.”
- “+magnificent atmosphere: the clouds and overall weather effects bring the game’s world to life, making you feel as though you’re truly outside.”
- “A gorgeous walking simulator with a calming atmospheric soundtrack, and mildly philosophical commentary.”
- “The main appeal here to me is atmosphere, yet certain elements almost get in the way of that for this game: namely the narration and stiff execution of scripted events.”
- “Not a real atmosphere like Dear Esther.”
- “I do believe the narration is also better as the voice acting here is more applicable to the atmosphere.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is primarily limited to walking, with little to no engaging mechanics or storyline, leading to a lack of depth that may disappoint players seeking more interactive experiences. While the visuals and audio are praised, the overall gameplay experience is described as lacking, with suggestions for improvement drawn from more traditional walking simulators that incorporate richer narratives and gameplay elements.
- “Sometimes you had to find your way through the branching game world, sometimes you had to collect items to be able to proceed, sometimes you had to solve puzzles, sometimes some form of survival mechanics were implemented, and so on.”
- “I won't play this again because I like games with gameplay, but it is pretty enough that a pure walking sim fan might like it.”
- “Cons: games like this feel like a tease in of themselves, I obviously would prefer to see this work being put into a more multifaceted experience (then again, throwing in mundane and generic gameplay would only muddle something this pure).”
- “There's no storyline or gameplay.”
- “The gameplay only consists of walking.”
- “Absolutely beautiful visuals, but the gameplay as well as story is lacking.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by its meta moments and dry wit, which some players found enjoyable and reflective of the game's self-awareness. However, others criticized the humor as overly pedantic and unintentional, detracting from the overall experience and making certain scripted sequences feel cringe-worthy rather than engaging. Overall, the reception of the humor is mixed, with some appreciating its cleverness while others find it lacking in depth.
- “The narration had some very meta moments, and within that, dry humor was used to drive home some points about Tonguc's self-awareness and reflection on the differences between the first game and this one.”
- “I think the 8GB file is pretty hefty for this title, but outside of that one complaint, I thought this was a stellar way to spend an hour, and the meta humor was something I particularly enjoyed about this experience.”
- “Some of the scripted sequences were unintentionally humorous, especially with the narration making overt and pedantic references to them; it would be much more meaningful and atmospheric to let the player ponder these occurrences on their own.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring an unrealistic amount of effort akin to needing a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional narrative of the game leaves a lasting impact on players, resonating long after the experience. However, some reviewers suggest that incorporating more traditional gameplay mechanics and engaging storytelling elements, similar to popular walking simulators, could enhance the emotional depth and overall experience.
- “The emotional story will stay with you for days.”
- “The game features a deeply emotional narrative that resonates long after you've finished playing.”
- “It evokes a range of feelings, making you reflect on your own experiences and emotions.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been a concern for some users, particularly those who experienced performance issues with its predecessor, which was built on the CryEngine.
- “I had performance issues with the predecessor due to its CryEngine background.”
- “The game runs poorly on my system, even with the settings adjusted to low.”
- “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, making it hard to enjoy the gameplay.”