Eternal Hope

Eternal Hope is a dark and bleak, 2D puzzle platformer that takes you on an emotional rollercoaster that will stick with you for a long time. It is incredibly short, but looks and sounds great during its brief stay.

61%Game Brain Score

story, graphics

replayability

95% User Score Based on 746 reviews

Critic Score 56%Based on 5 reviews

Platforms

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"Eternal Hope is a bittersweet journey of a boy, Ti'bi, who losses his beloved and enters a purgatory-like realm, the Shadow World, to bring her soul back. Using the ability to shift between dimensions, granted by the Keeper of Souls, Ti'bi solves puzzles, encounters otherworldly beings, and uncovers ancient secrets in this emotional adventure."

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 134 reviews

story33 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful visuals and an excellent soundtrack that create an immersive atmosphere.
The puzzles, while simple, are enjoyable and incorporate a unique mechanic that adds depth to the gameplay.
The emotional storyline is engaging and resonates with players, making for a memorable experience.

The controls can feel sluggish and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay moments.
Many puzzles rely on trial and error, which can detract from the overall experience and make progress feel tedious.
The game is quite short, leaving some players feeling that it lacks content for its price.

story
87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
59%
3%
The story of the game is generally praised for its emotional depth and beautiful presentation, particularly through its art style and music. However, many reviewers note that the narrative feels underdeveloped, with a lack of character backstory and insufficient foreshadowing, leading to a disconnection between gameplay and storytelling. While some find the premise engaging and the journey of the protagonist touching, others criticize it for being clichéd and lacking meaningful plot progression.
- “Eternal Hope; an emotional, story-rich platformer about a boy named ti’bi who embarks on a journey to find his beloved’s soul.”
- “An emotionally driven story that leaves you breathless and amazed.”
- “The transitions throughout the game were seamless and the storytelling was beautiful.”
- “Short, frustrating puzzles and a story that seems captivating but ultimately falls a bit short.”
- “The story is cute-ish, but feels very forced; it would take a much longer game to actually make you feel for the character.”
- “The story/world are very underdeveloped and feel rushed.”
graphics
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
30%
7%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and beautiful art style, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the combination of appealing aesthetics and a captivating soundtrack, although some note that the simplistic silhouette graphics can hinder gameplay depth. While the visuals are a strong point, they do not fully compensate for issues with controls and gameplay mechanics.
- “I had fun solving the puzzles, but what stood out most for me were the absolutely gorgeous visuals as well as a surprisingly good soundtrack.”
- “This game certainly wins out for its graphics, creating a compelling atmosphere and chilling visuals using very simple artwork.”
- “Beautiful graphics, enjoyable story-line, and great soundtrack.”
- “I have nothing to say about the graphics and art style; you have seen it all before.”
- “It's the usual push and pull boxes, pull levers, horrific deaths... if you played Limbo, this is pretty much exactly that but with a minor twist on the art style.”
- “The only downside with the visuals is its foliage, which, in places, disrupts the view and the beauty of those scenarios.”
gameplay
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
65%
7%
The gameplay in "Eternal Hope" features a unique dual-dimension mechanic that adds an interesting layer to puzzles, though it often feels derivative and lacks polish. While some players enjoyed the strategic elements and creative puzzles, others criticized the controls for being clunky and the overall experience for being slow-paced and frustrating at times. Despite its beautiful art style and engaging story, the gameplay is seen as a mixed bag, with potential that remains unfulfilled.
- “Eternal Hope does enough to stand out from the crowd by having a sort of swap mechanic that reveals/hides certain shadow creatures or environments.”
- “The gameplay in Eternal Hope is simple yet effective.”
- “This dual-dimension gameplay adds an intriguing layer to the puzzles and keeps the gameplay fresh.”
- “Art style is beautiful, the story seems engaging enough, but the gameplay falls really short.”
- “The game mechanics feel clunky and unintuitive, and the color scheme means some blocks for puzzles go by unnoticed for a short but frustrating minute or two; wouldn't recommend it.”
- “The gameplay is extremely slow-paced and not all that interesting or challenging.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
65%
23%
12%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers highlighting its ability to create an immersive atmosphere that complements the visuals and gameplay. The soundtrack is described as beautiful and fitting for various scenes, enhancing both exploration and intense moments. Overall, the combination of excellent sound design and calming sound effects contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a memorable experience for players.
- “The game's music creates a fitting atmosphere for each scene, transitioning seamlessly from calm melodies while exploring to frenetic strings during intense encounters.”
- “I felt completely immersed within the game because of this soundtrack, and it was absolutely fantastic.”
- “Beautiful graphics, enjoyable story-line, and great soundtrack.”
- “Such a waste because I love the art style and music, and though the story delivery is clumsy, it had potential.”
- “Besides, the album of soundtracks makes the game sadder; I'm going to cry whenever I play this game.”
- “The music does not disrupt the gameplay, and the background effects are well suited for each scenario.”
emotional
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with many players noting its beautiful yet heartbreaking story that evokes strong feelings, often leading to tears. The narrative, centered around themes of love and sacrifice, is complemented by stunning art and sound, creating an immersive experience that resonates deeply with players. Overall, the game is described as an emotional rollercoaster, balancing challenging gameplay with a touching and memorable storyline.
- “The stage is set for a heartfelt journey.”
- “Eternal hope; an emotional, story-rich platformer about a boy named ti’bi who embarks on a journey to find his beloved’s soul.”
- “An emotionally driven story that leaves you breathless and amazed.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive quality, enhanced by superb sound design, fitting music, and compelling visuals. Players appreciate the seamless transitions between calm and intense moments, as well as the creative use of jump scares and unique creatures, contributing to a chilling and memorable experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as intriguing and effective, reminiscent of titles like Limbo.
- “All of it sounded superb and combined with the visuals & music made for an immersive and memorable atmosphere.”
- “The game's music creates a fitting atmosphere for each scene, transitioning seamlessly from calm melodies while exploring to frenetic strings during intense encounters.”
- “This game certainly wins out for its graphics, creating compelling atmosphere and chilling visuals using very simple artwork.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the lack of grinding in the game, noting that achievement hunting is straightforward and can be completed with minimal effort, thanks to easy backtracking options.
- “Achievement hunting is enjoyable with no grinding required, making it quite easy to complete and allowing for easy backtracking.”
- “The grinding in this game is rewarding, as it provides a sense of progression and accomplishment.”
- “I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; they keep the gameplay engaging without feeling tedious.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers limited replayability, primarily revolving around collecting missed souls, which may not be enough to entice players to revisit it.
- “There is also very little replay value outside of the few souls you've probably missed.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's not much incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The lack of diverse endings or branching paths makes replaying the game feel redundant.”