Gemlands
- April 9, 2022
- glimmerware
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a simple yet appealing art style and is incredibly creative and fun.
- Players enjoy the variety of environments and the exciting parkour mechanics.
- The developer is responsive to feedback, quickly implementing changes to improve the game experience.
- The game suffers from high CPU usage, which can hinder performance on some systems.
- There are limited options for audio and video settings, including a locked low field of view that can cause discomfort.
- Some gameplay elements, like the boss fight and weapon usage, feel underdeveloped or neglected.
- music4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as lovely and soothing, enhancing the overall experience of the platformer. Additionally, players appreciate the inclusion of sound sliders that allow for customization of both music and sound effects.
“Really soothing platformer, lovely music, and scenery.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are characterized by a simple yet appealing art style that has garnered positive attention from users. This aesthetic choice enhances the overall visual experience, making it visually engaging.
“One look at the store page and I found myself loving the simple yet appealing art style of the game.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users emphasize the importance of utilizing optimization tutorials specific to their game engine, particularly focusing on techniques for loading only relevant sections of the game based on the player's current location. This approach can significantly enhance performance and resource management.
“Look up optimization tutorials for your game engine and try to find if there's a way to only load in certain sections of the game at a time, depending on which section the player is in.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a strong emotional response to the game, with some feeling disappointment and frustration due to technical issues like a locked field of view that caused discomfort. This has led to negative recommendations, highlighting how gameplay mechanics can significantly impact players' emotional experiences.
