Gifted

About

(Technical Prototype) Gifted is a 3rd person, single-player and couch-co-op, role-playing, social/economic simulation and village-building game.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

43%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game has a charming Christmas atmosphere and festive visuals that many players enjoy.
Exploring the village and engaging in simple activities like building snowmen can be fun, especially during the holiday season.
As a free game, it offers a decent amount of content and potential for enjoyment despite its flaws.

The game is plagued by poor controls, especially for keyboard and mouse users, making it nearly unplayable without an Xbox controller.
Many players report significant bugs, a confusing camera system, and a lack of clear objectives or tutorials, leading to frustration.
The game feels unfinished and lacks polish, with issues in graphics, sound, and overall gameplay experience.

gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for its lack of engaging audio, with players noting the absence of festive music and describing the experience as silent and uninspired, leading to confusion about the actual gameplay elements.
- “The gameplay is engaging and keeps you immersed in the experience.”
- “The mechanics are intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play.”
- “The world feels alive, even if there's no festive music during gameplay.”
- “There's no festive music that plays at all during gameplay, so you're just running around a happy-looking village in complete dead silence, with the occasional train huffing when it's nearby.”
- “I wasn't even sure there was gameplay involved.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
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The graphics feature a charming claymation aesthetic, reminiscent of miniature villages, which adds a whimsical touch to the game. However, some users have reported issues with blurry text, making it difficult to read at times.
- “The graphics have a claymation look to it, and the world as a whole truly looks like one of those miniature villages you see in a mom-and-pop shop window on a snowy Christmas day.”
- “The text in the game seemed very blurry at times, and I was unable to read it. It could be something on my part, but I did not change the game's graphical settings at all.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as simplistic and primarily revolves around completing missions, gathering ingredients for a bakery, and engaging in lighthearted activities like making snowmen and riding gondolas.
- “The story is engaging and filled with delightful missions that keep you entertained.”
- “You can embark on various missions, gather ingredients for the bakery, build snowmen, and ride around in gondolas, all while enjoying the narrative.”
- “The narrative intertwines beautifully with gameplay, offering a rich experience.”
- “The story is incredibly shallow and fails to engage the player.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks any real depth or character development.”
- “I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired, making it hard to stay invested.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game's concept is seen as wholesome and appealing, players express disappointment due to the lack of polish in the controls, which undermines the emotional experience and overall enjoyment.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music aspect of the game has been criticized for its lack of festive tunes, resulting in a silent gameplay experience where players navigate a cheerful village without any accompanying soundtrack, aside from occasional train sounds.
- “There's no festive music that plays at all during gameplay, so you're just running around a happy-looking village in complete dead silence, with the occasional train huffing when it's nearby.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”
- “The music feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, particularly for its festive Christmas theme, which resonates strongly with fans of the holiday season.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the inclusion of an "I'm stuck" button, which players find both amusing and practical, reflecting the frequent moments of getting stuck in gameplay.
- “You are constantly getting stuck so often that there is an actual 'I'm Stuck' button to reset the game, which I found hilarious yet helpful.”
- “The dialogue is filled with witty one-liners that had me laughing out loud.”
- “The absurd situations you find yourself in are so over-the-top that it's impossible not to chuckle.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game exhibits significant stability issues, including rendering problems, glitches, and bugs, which are somewhat expected given its free status and likely limited development resources. Despite these challenges, players still find enjoyment in exploring the map and its features.
- “There is a lot of work to be done on this title regarding rendering buildings, glitches, and bugs. It's to be expected since it's free, and there probably isn't a large team working on this game.”
- “The game suffers from numerous stability issues, including frequent crashes and lag, which significantly detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I encountered several game-breaking bugs that made it nearly impossible to progress, highlighting the need for better stability and quality assurance.”