Everholm
- November 11, 2024
- Chonky Loaf
- 21h median play time
Get on Steam"Everholm is a single-player, mystery-filled open world RPG with an interesting plot and excellent gameplay. As Lilly, search for your lost sister while uncovering the island's secrets and gaining the trust of its quirky residents. Farm, forage, fish, and raise livestock to turn a run-down homestead into your cozy home, but beware! Not everything on Everholm is sunshine and flowers."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming art style and cozy atmosphere, making it visually appealing and relaxing to play.
- There is a unique blend of farming, mystery, and RPG elements that keeps players engaged and encourages exploration.
- The developers are responsive to player feedback and actively work on updates, showing commitment to improving the game.
- The game suffers from a lack of direction and clarity in quests, leaving players feeling lost and frustrated at times.
- Many mechanics feel unbalanced or tedious, such as the high costs of items and the grindy nature of certain tasks.
- There are several bugs and quality-of-life issues, including control sensitivity problems and limited inventory management.
- story59 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 66 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as intriguing and filled with mystery, particularly revolving around a missing sister, which captivates players from the start. However, many users express frustration with the slow progression of the narrative, feeling overwhelmed by numerous quests that often lack clear direction and fail to advance the story meaningfully. While the art style and cozy atmosphere are praised, the lack of engaging cutscenes and character interactions detracts from the overall storytelling experience.
“The story is intriguing and shrouded in mystery, very fun to progress and find what secrets Everholm holds.”
“Absolutely beautiful art style, cozy gameplay, and a story to actually get engrossed in (story of a missing sister).”
“The art is fantastic and really sets the mood for the overarching story that's taking place, a cozy town that holds a thrilling mystery I'm all for figuring out, and hope this gets the attention it deserves!”
“As other players have mentioned, the intro hooks you, and then the storyline goes literally... nowhere.”
“The game is marketed with this idea of looking for a lost sister, but you go weeks and weeks as a player without any progress on the story.”
“The story seems to give you a lot of quests to complete without the slightest thread to where to begin.”
- graphics53 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and charming 2D art style, with many reviewers highlighting the stunning visuals, vibrant colors, and polished animations that enhance the overall atmosphere. The artwork is described as beautiful and engaging, contributing significantly to the game's cozy vibe and intriguing story. While the visuals are a standout feature, some users note that the game could benefit from additional content to match its aesthetic appeal.
“The graphics are absolutely stunning, hands down some of the best in the genre.”
“The art style is vibrant and whimsical, with an incredible attention to detail that sets it apart from similar games.”
“The visuals are stunning, and the animations are polished, adding a lot of charm.”
“Aside from visuals, it's a pale shadow of Stardew.”
“Might look into the game at a later date if things get polished, but right now the price seems a bit high for what it is especially since nothing about this game stands out except for the cute visuals.”
“I can see there was a lot of effort put into the game, but it seems like most of the effort and budget went into the visuals.”
- grinding52 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews of "grinding" in Everholm highlight a mixed experience; while some players appreciate the blend of farming, fishing, and mystery elements, others find the gameplay tedious and overwhelming due to the sheer volume of quests and the high costs of farming supplies. Many users note that certain mechanics, particularly fishing and crafting, can feel frustratingly grindy, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. However, for those who enjoy a cozy farming sim with a narrative twist, the game still offers a charming and engaging experience despite its grindy aspects.
“Everything comes in the form of a quest, and at one point you become bombarded with them, like literally 2 pages full of quests and no idea how to complete half of them except by inevitably grinding your life away.”
“However, certain tasks in the game felt unnecessarily tedious, prolonging gameplay to the point of monotony at times.”
“It's just tedious when you want to craft something and you're missing one thing that you already have in a chest and have to go and get it.”
- gameplay33 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Everholm is characterized by a blend of cozy farming, RPG elements, and mystery-solving, offering a visually appealing and engaging experience. While many players appreciate the charming art style and intuitive mechanics, some criticize the complexity and repetitiveness of certain tasks, particularly the fishing mechanic, which can feel tedious. Overall, the game provides a satisfying and relaxing experience, though it may lack depth in some areas compared to other titles in the genre.
“Everholm offers a delightful mix of cozy farming, RPG elements, and mystery-solving gameplay.”
“The gameplay is fun and engaging, with a nice mix of challenge and exploration.”
“The gameplay mechanics are smooth and intuitive.”
“However, certain tasks in the game felt unnecessarily tedious, prolonging gameplay to the point of monotony at times.”
“Gameplay is as shallow as it can be.”
“Just a minimal set of mechanics for a game of the genre, with no attempts to add something new or at least something that wasn't in any game of the genre.”
- music16 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its cozy and soothing qualities, complementing the adorable graphics and enhancing the overall relaxing experience. However, some users note a lack of variety, with only a limited number of tracks available per season and region. Despite this, many players find the soundtrack enjoyable and well-suited to the game's atmosphere.
“Overall: this game has so much potential, it hooks you in with a nice intro, the graphics are adorable, and even the music starts to make you feel cozy.”
“The artwork is beautiful, the soundtrack is so cozy and peaceful, the mysteries to unravel are so intriguing!”
“The visuals, music, and compelling characters alone make it stand out as a must-play in the genre.”
“Music is lacking.”
“Only 1 music track per season, plus one for each region of the underworld (basically the mines), and the title screen music.”
“The soundtrack is well suited to the art.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in Everholm is a captivating blend of relaxed charm during the day and an ominous vibe at night, enhanced by its stunning aesthetics and lovable characters. Players appreciate the game's soft, melodic ambiance, which complements its art style and evokes a sense of coziness, despite an underlying tension that keeps them engaged. Overall, the atmosphere is described as immersive and enchanting, drawing players into its unique world.
“It's soft, melodic and deeply atmospheric making it a perfect complement to the game’s art style and vibe.”
“Everholm has a really nice atmosphere and does really well in being cozy even if it isn’t too cozy.”
“The atmosphere in general is relaxed and charming during the day, but as soon as dusk sets in it switches to an ominous vibe.”
“Everholm is a game with a stunning aesthetic, lovable characters, and a not so cozy atmosphere that keeps you on your toes.”
“I was very excited about this game, and it's even better than I imagined it would be; the graphics, the atmosphere, the story, everything feels homey, even though it's my first time playing.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, including frequent frame drops and stuttering, which hinder smooth gameplay even on systems that exceed the recommended specifications. Many users express frustration, stating that these performance problems prevent them from enjoying the game, despite its appealing design. Quality-of-life improvements are also needed to enhance the overall experience.
“That said, the game does need optimization and some quality-of-life improvements.”
“I want to give this game a positive review, but performance has prevented me from even playing more than a few minutes.”
“The game does need optimization and some quality-of-life improvements.”
“There are many frame drops and also stuttering, which makes the game not smooth to play.”
“There's a constant stuttering/fps issue even though I play on a system that exceeds recommended specs.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game excels in its emotional depth, offering a rich narrative and a heartfelt journey that resonates with players. The attention to detail in character development and the cozy environment enhances the overall emotional experience.
“But where it stands out is in its deep narrative and emotional journey.”
“Every little detail is so wholesome, from the characters to the cozy little world around you.”
