For Evelyn
- October 14, 2021
- Kisuarts
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Get on itch.io Store"For Evelyn" is a story-driven adventure game with point-and-click interaction and turn-based battles. As Yohanna, Evelyn's mother, you'll explore varied retro pixel art maps, experience a partly voiced narrative, and uncover an emotional tale of love, betrayal, and sacrifice in the fantasy world of Aura. The game also features light RPG elements, crafting, and a unique original soundtrack.
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a compelling and emotional story with interesting characters and impressive voice acting.
- The artwork and soundtrack are beautiful, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
- It offers engaging side quests and lore that keep players invested in the world.
- The game ends on a frustrating cliffhanger, leaving players unsatisfied and uncertain about the story's continuation.
- Combat mechanics are weak and repetitive, lacking variety and depth, which may disappoint RPG fans seeking strong gameplay.
- Some characters feel underdeveloped, and the game may feel rushed in certain aspects, such as UI and item design.
- story20 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as compelling and rich, featuring strong voice acting and engaging worldbuilding, though some characters lack depth. While the narrative has potential and is heavily story-driven, it suffers from a short length and a cliffhanger ending that leaves players wanting more. Overall, it is appreciated for its passion and creativity, despite some predictability and a desire for more impactful choices in the main storyline.
“Great story-driven indie game.”
“The story is compelling and the voice acting is incredible.”
“[b]for evelyn[/b] is a story-rich game that captivates you with impressive voice acting, a light skill system, characters with personality, beautiful artwork, an enjoyable soundtrack, fun side quests, several maps & towns, an emotional & interesting story as well as lore that you can collect and reread.”
“But the game ends in a horrible cliffhanger and the sequel will be a first-person 2.5D game, so something completely different, which means I will never know how the story continues.”
“The story is short, which is fine, but it's hard to really care about any of the characters outside of Yohanna.”
“I do feel like they tried to put a lot more into the story than might've been worth for such a short game.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of opinions; while some appreciate the enjoyable mechanics and engaging story, others feel that the gameplay detracts from the overall experience. The game is noted for its light and accessible approach, making it fun without overwhelming players with complexity.
“Loved the story, loved the gameplay!”
“The mechanics are nice, the characters are interesting, and the voice acting is on point.”
“It's a light package that doesn't waste too much time or dive too deep into mechanics and exploration, but it's very enjoyable.”
“It looked really interesting from the description and the story has a lot of potential, but I was actually excited to see it unfold when the gameplay ruined everything.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through the game.”
“The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, which quickly makes it boring.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for being soothing and fitting, enhancing the overall experience alongside impressive voice acting and beautiful artwork. Players appreciate the enjoyable soundtrack, which complements the story-rich gameplay and adds depth to the emotional narrative.
“The music is soothing and fitting, and the voice acting is great.”
“[b]For Evelyn[/b] is a story-rich game that captivates you with impressive voice acting, a light skill system, characters with personality, beautiful artwork, an enjoyable soundtrack, fun side quests, several maps & towns, an emotional & interesting story as well as lore that you can collect and reread.”
“Though the story and characters didn't really do it for me, I did enjoy the art and music of the game.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics in [b]for evelyn[/b] are noted for their beautiful artwork that complements the game's story-rich experience, although some users feel that certain elements appear out of place compared to the overall art style.
“For Evelyn is a story-rich game that captivates you with impressive voice acting, a light skill system, characters with personality, beautiful artwork, an enjoyable soundtrack, fun side quests, several maps and towns, an emotional and interesting story, as well as lore that you can collect and reread.”
“The graphics are very out of place compared to the rest of the game's art style.”
“The visuals feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“Character models are poorly designed and look like they belong in a much older title.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of [b]for evelyn[/b] is highlighted by its captivating story, impressive voice acting, and well-developed characters, all of which contribute to a rich narrative experience. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke feelings through its engaging lore and beautiful presentation, making it a memorable journey.
“For Evelyn is a story-rich game that captivates you with impressive voice acting, a light skill system, characters with personality, beautiful artwork, an enjoyable soundtrack, fun side quests, several maps and towns, and an emotional and interesting story, as well as lore that you can collect and reread.”
“The emotional depth of the characters really pulls you in, making you feel their struggles and triumphs throughout the journey.”
“I was genuinely moved by the storyline; it resonated with me on a personal level and left a lasting impression.”
