Fumiko!
- February 13, 2017
- Fumiko Games
Get on Steam"Fumiko!" is a single-player mystery platformer with an intriguing story set in a dystopian sci-fi world. Explore surreal areas and meet unique characters while bending the rules of gravity. Collect memory fragments to uncover the dark secrets of the artificial intelligence named "Fumiko" and challenge impossible odds in hostile environments. The game boasts outstanding visuals, compelling music, and freedom of movement unlike any other platformer.
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Reviews
- Fumiko features a captivating story that explores themes of identity and the future of the internet, making it engaging and thought-provoking.
- The game's visuals are striking and colorful, creating a unique and memorable aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.
- The movement mechanics are enjoyable and allow for fluid traversal through the game's abstract environments, providing a sense of freedom and exploration.
- The controls can be frustratingly imprecise, leading to difficulties in navigation and platforming, especially in tighter spaces.
- The overwhelming visual effects and chaotic environments can cause disorientation and make it hard to identify platforms and objectives.
- Some players may experience motion sickness due to the fast-paced movement and camera mechanics, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- story43 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The story of Fumiko is a compelling and layered narrative that explores themes such as the privatization of the internet and the future of AI, delivered through engaging dialogue and character thoughts. While the pacing starts slow, it evolves into a gripping experience with notable plot twists and emotional depth, enhanced by captivating visuals and a unique aesthetic. Overall, the game is highly recommended for those seeking a story-driven experience, despite some critiques regarding its execution and pacing.
“The visuals are captivating (if a bit messy at times) and the story is surprisingly layered and powerful.”
“Its plot was crafted and molded into something so amazing that it makes you feel like you're completely part of it, and the in-game views and twists are breathtaking and, in some cases, frightening.”
“The story is revealed in bits and pieces, sometimes through collectibles called memory fragments, other times through dialogue, sometimes simply through the aesthetic of each world.”
“The ending to Fumiko's story was a bit flat.”
“A bit of reading, though, and the story progresses slowly, without voice actors.”
“It really starts out slow, but as you play the game the story really does unfold.”
- graphics27 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their captivating and abstract aesthetic, effectively utilizing simple assets to create striking imagery and a dreamlike atmosphere. While some players find the visuals occasionally overwhelming or chaotic, the overall presentation is considered impressive and well-suited to the story's themes. The combination of low-poly graphics and a techno/synth soundtrack enhances the immersive experience, making it a visually rich title worth exploring.
“Aesthetically, the game manages to do a lot with pretty simple assets; it pulls off some striking and memorable imagery with just cubes through good use of color and scale.”
“The stunning visuals swirled into chaos as the world broke apart throughout the game, the story pieces giving depth to a really neat idea about the future of AIs and virtual life.”
“You play as an AI in a computer network, and the game's graphics portray this beautifully.”
“In short, I don't recommend it because of the immense amount of frustration I felt due to the overloaded visuals and finicky controls.”
“The art style is so abstract that there rarely is some kind of clear indicator for where to go, what's a platform, and especially what kills you on touch.”
“The visuals and gameplay can be a little jarring at first but nothing you won't get used to.”
- gameplay19 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a de-emphasis on traditional platforming mechanics, leading to a mixed reception; while some players find the movement and jumping mechanics lacking, others appreciate the captivating and fluid gameplay that offers surprising variety despite its simplicity. The visuals and fast-paced action can be overwhelming at times, but the overall experience is enhanced by the game's atmosphere and design, making it enjoyable for many. However, players should not expect a deep story or intricate level design.
“The rest of the game is captivating and fun to play, with fun mechanics and setting.”
“Beautifully designed and fun, with gameplay that remains fluid whilst adapting throughout - an unconventional spin on 3D platforming.”
“Minimalistic visuals and techno/synth soundtrack really work here too... surprising gameplay variety for the two moves at your disposal.”
“You should know going in that despite being billed as a platformer, the actual platforming mechanics are very de-emphasized.”
“3D platformer where the basic movement and jumping mechanics feel terrible.”
“There is something to be said about the readability of the mechanics of the game in some instances.”
- music19 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to evoke a futuristic atmosphere, with a blend of techno and synth elements that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers note that the soundtrack is well-chosen and effectively sets the mood for various settings, contributing significantly to the game's immersive quality. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, adding depth and enjoyment to the gameplay.
“I appreciate the music and the evocation of a futuristic cyberspace that harks back to ideas on what cyberspace would look like in the future - seen from the early 90s.”
“Especially the music, I was caught off guard by how surprisingly good it was for a game of this size.”
“The music for this game really sets the mood for each part that you are in.”
“The music is fitting as can be, sometimes a bit corny or distorted to emulate interferences.”
“If you can get past the things I listed, you will probably love the music and the art style; the dev(s) really did a good job with that :)”
“Minimalistic visuals and techno/synth soundtrack really work here too. Surprising gameplay variety for the two moves at your disposal.”
- atmosphere7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is heavily influenced by typical manga and anime hacking scenes, delivering a unique and immersive experience that excels in world-building and storytelling. Players appreciate the trippy ambiance, complemented by reactive controls and well-suited music that enhances the overall atmosphere. Despite some twitchy controls, the game's character and level design contribute significantly to its captivating environment.
“It's easy to see typical manga and anime hacking scenes as its inspiration, and it fully delivers on that atmosphere, environment, and storytelling, so I enjoyed that hugely.”
“I still recommend the game as it's unique and interesting with great atmosphere.”
“The music and atmosphere are also very good, and the controls are very reactive.”
“The trippy atmosphere maybe.”
“The controls can be twitchy at times, but overall this game's character, atmosphere, and level design makes up for it.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its ability to evoke strong feelings, ranging from touching moments to devious twists, with several instances that are genuinely tear-jerking.
“It is touching, devious, and straight-up tear-jerking at points.”
