Evergate

Evergate is a touching and thoughtful puzzle platformer, with an incredible soundtrack and unique mechanics.

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Evergate is a single-player platformer game with good mechanics, graphics, and a sensational soundtrack. As a lost soul named Ki, players navigate through 85 challenging stages in the afterlife, harnessing the 'Soulflame' mechanic to smash through crystals and unlock new abilities. The goal is to decipher Ki's connection to a kindred spirit and find a way back to earth.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 54 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals and an incredible soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
Gameplay is well-designed with tight controls and a unique puzzle mechanic that encourages creative problem-solving.
The story is heartwarming and focuses on platonic relationships, providing a refreshing narrative in the gaming landscape.

The game can be quite challenging, which may frustrate casual players and lead to feelings of being overwhelmed.
Some levels may require extremely precise timing and movement, which can be rage-inducing at times.
The pacing of the story and mechanics can be confusing initially, making it hard for players to grasp the lore.

gameplay
29 mentions
34 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Evergate is characterized by sharp, tight controls essential for a precision platformer, with a well-paced introduction of new mechanics that keeps the experience fresh and engaging. Players appreciate the inventive puzzles that evolve with each world, allowing for creative problem-solving without becoming repetitive. Overall, the combination of unique mechanics, responsive controls, and beautiful aesthetics contributes to a polished and enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay is really sharp and tight, which is crucial in a precision platformer, and the pacing is perfect - the new abilities are introduced gradually enough that they never feel overwhelming, yet none of the mechanics outstay their welcome.”
- “The puzzles stay interesting by introducing new mechanics in every world and gradually ramping the complexity.”
- “Every new world you encounter here adds a new twist to proceedings, gradually becoming more complex as it layers mechanics on top of one another, enabling you to experiment and come up with your own unique ways to bound across its intricate levels.”
- “But the gameplay is a bit too boring for me.”
- “So I wouldn't say the game requires much mechanical skill, it's all about figuring out how to get through.”
- “The story is not interesting but that does not matter in such a gameplay-focused title.”
music
28 mentions
79 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers noting its orchestral quality and catchiness. Players appreciate how the soundtrack complements the stunning visuals and engaging gameplay, often finding themselves humming the tunes outside of the game. Overall, the music is described as a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's atmosphere and emotional depth.
- “Ruthlessly tough platformer, but beautiful story and incredible music.”
- “The music and environments are spectacular; I cannot get over how well this small team did on this.”
- “Evergate is a touching and thoughtful puzzle platformer, with an incredible soundtrack and unique mechanics.”
- “The music/styles remind me of Ori & the Blind Forest, which, as we all know, is also incredible.”
- “As for music, it hasn't gotten tedious to listen to on the tougher levels yet; if anything, it's a bit catchy as I swing back through the parts of the level I've solved.”
- “Music sets the mood really well and doesn't feel like it's there for the sake of being there.”
story
26 mentions
62 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The story of the game is widely praised for its emotional depth, ranging from themes of joy to heartbreak and redemption, with many players finding it beautiful and heartwarming. While some reviewers noted that the narrative may not be particularly engaging or complex, it complements the gameplay well and allows for personal interpretation. Overall, the combination of a touching story, excellent music, and captivating visuals enhances the experience, making it a standout feature for many players.
- “I really enjoyed the lack of cliche in the story beats, and how it covered grounds from innocent joy to jaded heartbreak to redemption.”
- “The story is both heartwarming and heart-wrenching!”
- “But other than that, Evergate is a fun and beautiful game with a wonderful story.”
- “The story is not interesting, but that does not matter in such a gameplay-focused title.”
- “Storytelling is left to be there for people to enjoy if they want, and lets you fill in the holes with your own interpretation without feeling hopelessly lost.”
- “[lore and story are hard to grasp at first, lack of environmental differentiation undermines the time-spanning nature]”
graphics
12 mentions
67 % positive mentions
8 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their gorgeous and charming aesthetic, reminiscent of Disney films and other indie titles, while also featuring a unique art style. Reviewers highlight the polished visuals and beautiful orchestral soundtrack, which enhance the overall experience and complement the engaging gameplay. Overall, the game's graphics contribute significantly to its appeal, making it a standout in the puzzle platformer genre.
- “The visuals are some of the most gorgeous I've seen, as well as being adorable, and the music is fantastic.”
- “Great graphics, gorgeous music, sweet story.”
- “The music is beautiful, and the artwork is gorgeous.”
- “The graphics and sound design are lacking.”
- “While the aesthetics are surely inspired by Ori, the gameplay is pretty different.”
- “The aesthetic kind of reminds me of certain other indie games, but it has a unique gameplay system.”
replayability
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game offers solid replayability through its three-objective system, which encourages experimentation and allows players to approach levels in various ways. Time trials and challenging achievements further enhance replay value, particularly for speedrunning enthusiasts. Overall, players find the replayability decent, providing enough incentive to revisit levels without feeling forced.
- “In terms of replay value, the time trials and tons of tricky achievements will let you keep going if you want!”
- “Dividing levels into three objectives that don't run concurrently all the time was smart, to force replayability but to allow for experimentation with the actual path that you're going to travel, and there's enough leeway in most of these elements in order to scoot by even when a plan falls apart at first attempts.”
- “The three-objective system encourages replayability without forcing it down your throat.”
- “Replay value: it has decent replay value.”
emotional
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming and touching story, complemented by a calm atmosphere and an incredible soundtrack. Players find the protagonist endearing, and while the puzzles are enjoyable, the narrative evokes a mix of warmth and poignancy, making it a memorable experience.
- “A challenging game, accompanied by a calm atmosphere and nice soundtracks; touching story, and most importantly, a cute protagonist!”
- “Evergate is a heartwarming puzzle platformer.”
- “The story is both heartwarming and heart-wrenching!”
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a calm yet engaging ambiance, enhanced by a beautiful orchestral soundtrack and sumptuous graphics. Players appreciate the intricate level design that balances challenge with accessibility, while the touching story and charming protagonist further enrich the overall experience.
- “A challenging game, accompanied by a calm atmosphere and nice soundtracks; touching story, and most importantly, a cute protagonist!”
- “The intricate and ever-evolving level design is perfectly balanced, challenging but never impossible, with a sumptuous graphical style and wonderful orchestral soundtrack. Excellent challenge maps really put your skills to the test, and the engaging story provides an atmospheric backdrop to the proceedings.”
optimization
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, players report a strong optimization experience, with no significant performance issues and only a minor bug encountered throughout the game.
- “Performance: I had no performance issues and only one minor bug throughout the whole game.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game engaging rather than tedious, with the music adding to the experience by remaining catchy even during repeated attempts at tougher levels.