Evangeline

About

Evangeline is a short story of love and connections, and was inspired by the loss of one of the game developer's, Nicholas Laborde, grandfather. Set in a monochrome neighborhood, Evangeline uses color as a primary mechanic to guide players through the world. Evangeline has been created with dedicated color blind accessibility options after a gif of Evangeline’s color mechanic was posted to reddit…

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Play Modes

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

50%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

emotional5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a beautiful atmosphere that blends chilling and comforting elements, enhancing the overall experience.
The narrative is heartfelt and touching, particularly the final story beat that contrasts love and selfishness, making it a memorable conclusion.
The game includes a unique color mechanic and thoughtful design choices, such as consideration for colorblindness, which adds depth to the experience.

The gameplay is aimless and repetitive, with a lack of clear objectives and direction, leading to a frustrating experience.
Many players found the game too short, with some completing it in as little as 20 minutes, which does not justify its price.
There are numerous bugs and glitches, along with confusing controls and mechanics that detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The game's story is criticized for being aimless and lacking depth, with most emotional impact concentrated in a single segment at the end. While some players find the side stories touching and appreciate the contrast between selfishness and true love, others feel the narrative is insufficient and disconnected from the gameplay. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some praising its heartfelt and well-written elements, while others deem it inadequate for those seeking a strong story experience.
- “The story, especially as it pertains to the side story happening around you, is touching.”
- “To spend most of the game in bleakness, with bleakness happening to others around you, makes the final story beat most touching.”
- “This is a very moving game with a heartfelt storyline.”
- “I understand that there was a personal story behind this and the devs wanted to stress the importance of love (which is a nice sentiment), but that doesn't change the fact that this game is as aimless as they come.”
- “Even worse, there doesn't seem to be an actual story.”
- “The story and gameplay don't make sense.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a poignant and heartfelt narrative that explores themes of love and life, culminating in a touching final emotional beat. However, some players feel that the overall aimlessness and prolonged bleakness throughout the experience detracts from its emotional impact, making the concluding moments stand out more significantly.
- “The story, especially as it pertains to the side story happening around you, is touching.”
- “To spend most of the game in bleakness, with bleakness happening to others around you, makes the final story beat most touching.”
- “This is a very moving game with a heartfelt storyline.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Gameplay is a mixed bag, with some users noting a lack of coherence between the story and mechanics, alongside bugs and glitches. However, the unique color mechanic and engaging writing, combined with Evangeline's charming features and humorous physics, provide a memorable experience.
- “There are a few bugs and glitches, but Evangeline has a neat mechanic, a great heart, and some hilarious unintentional physics.”
- “The color mechanic is very unique, and the writing is packed with feels!”
- “The story and gameplay don't make sense.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The graphics of the game are praised for their beautiful aesthetics, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, some users report performance issues, experiencing slow gameplay even after adjusting settings and optimizing their systems.
- “Beautiful aesthetics, gorgeous score, and a narrative that is relatable and hard-won and absolutely necessary.”
- “I bought the game for $7.99, and it was incredibly slow. Even after clearing up space, updating my computer, and lowering the graphics settings, I just gave up.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “I was disappointed with the graphics; they felt flat and uninspired, which detracted from the overall experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is widely regarded as its strongest feature, captivating players with its immersive and engaging environment.
- “The game's atmosphere is by far its strongest suit.”
- “The immersive environment draws you in and makes you feel part of the world.”
- “Every sound and visual detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its unintentional physics, which lead to some genuinely funny moments, despite the presence of a few bugs and glitches. Overall, players appreciate the game's charm and comedic elements, particularly through the character Evangeline.
- “Evangeline has a neat mechanic, a great heart, and some hilarious unintentional physics.”
- “The humor in this game is spot-on, with witty dialogue and funny character interactions that keep you laughing.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations to create humor; it never fails to make me chuckle.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, while there are some bugs and glitches present in the game, players appreciate its unique mechanics and entertaining moments, suggesting that the stability issues do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “There are a few bugs and glitches, but Evangeline has a neat mechanic, a great heart, and some hilarious unintentional physics.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers praise the music in the game, highlighting its high-quality design and integration with the overall aesthetic, which enhances the overall experience.
- “The choice of font and overall design is extremely well-done, as well as the music and asset design.”