Glass Wing
- June 23, 2015
- From Soy Sauce LLC
Get on Steam"Glass Wing" is a 3D puzzle platformer where you play as Mayfly, a young girl kidnapped by a demon. With no combat skills, you must rely on your wit and agility to evade Ferace and his monsters. Along the way, you'll find tools that are useful in real life, but not so much in combat. The game was originally designed for keyboard and mouse, but gamepad support was added later. However, note that not all gamepads may work perfectly due to different analog axis orientations.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a nostalgic feel reminiscent of N64/PS2 titles, providing an enjoyable atmosphere.
- The music is well-composed and fits perfectly with the game's stages, enhancing the overall experience.
- The character design and the simple yet charming story add a lot of heart to the game.
- The game suffers from poor execution and polish, making it feel unfinished and frustrating to play.
- Controls and camera mechanics are often described as clumsy and unresponsive, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
- The game lacks clear direction and guidance, leaving players confused about objectives and mechanics.
- music36 mentions
- 61 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread praise for its charm and suitability to each stage, with many noting its nostalgic, childish feel reminiscent of classic 8-bit games. Several tracks are recognized from the artist makkon, contributing to a purposeful atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the standout features of the game, with players expressing a desire for a standalone release.
“The music is very good and fits perfectly with every stage.”
“I mean gosh darn, this soundtrack is superb, and it loops like old 8-bit games used to.”
“The music is very nice to listen to, and I found that each track suited the part of the game it was assigned to.”
“I actually recognized a few of them as several of the tracks used are from the artist Makkon, an artist who once did pony music (a waltz for Trixie and Hallowed Waltz being the two used that I recognized).”
“Music is charming and what little voice acting there is is decent.”
“Kudos to the creator of this soundtrack.”
- story26 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as bare-bones and lacking depth, which detracts from the overall experience, despite some players finding it interesting and engaging. While the character design is praised, many reviewers feel the narrative fails to provide sufficient context or motivation for players, leaving them to navigate the plot with minimal guidance. Overall, the story has potential but is hindered by its execution and the game's unfinished feel.
“Interesting game, nice story, good graphics, great price, great fun in all.”
“The story as of the point I got to was interesting.”
“Now that the camera is fixed, I'm starting to get into the game a little bit & so far it seems like an interesting story.”
“The controls are a mess, the camera is wild. The game just throws you into the story with no explanation of what's going on or why you should care.”
“Then there is the story; it's very bare bones, nothing to make it bigger or cool. Even with a bare bones story, you can have it feel bigger with fun NPCs to talk to and cool and crazy bosses to fight.”
“To be honest, it has potential, but as it stands, it seems like an unfinished game, though the entire story is still there.”
- graphics18 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game evoke nostalgia with a style reminiscent of N64 and PS1 titles, featuring simple yet beautiful artwork that appeals to fans of older game aesthetics. While some areas reveal its indie origins and may seem dated, this is often seen as part of the game's charm. However, players seeking cutting-edge visuals may find the graphics lacking.
“It has a very Legacy of Kain feel to it, and even with the simple graphics, it's oddly beautiful.”
“The artwork is beautiful; I have always loved the older game styles of the N64 and the GameCube, and this game brings that back to us.”
“The graphics in some areas do show this is an indie game.”
“The visuals seem dated, but this is part of the charm.”
“If you are a graphics gamer (you know who you are), you might not appreciate this game.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by clumsy controls and a lack of guidance, requiring players to navigate challenges independently. While the puzzles are engaging and the introduction of various mechanics adds depth, issues like the problematic double-jump mechanic detract from the overall experience. The game evokes a retro feel reminiscent of N64 or Saturn titles, but it struggles with execution.
“The various items and mechanics they introduced throughout the game add depth and variety to the experience.”
“The story and gameplay give you just enough to get going, allowing you to figure everything out for yourself.”
“Until they can fix their double-jump mechanic, I wouldn't recommend it.”
“The gameplay is a bit clumsy, but bearable, and the puzzles are challenging and interesting.”
“The story, gameplay (including wonky controls), and design could have been on the N64 or Saturn (but it is in 60fps if you select the option). There is no handholding; you have to figure everything out for yourself. The game gives you just enough to get going.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is reminiscent of classic N64 and PS2 titles, creating a nostalgic and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the purposeful design and pleasant music that enhance the overall ambiance.
“The music was very nice and it had a very purposeful atmosphere.”
“Simple and short game but very enjoyable; I like that kind of N64/PS2 feeling of its atmosphere.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting severe performance issues, including a frustratingly low frame rate of 15 fps and unresponsive controls that feel slippery. Overall, the optimization appears to be a significant drawback for players.
“The controls felt slippery; optimization was terrible as it ran at 15 fps on my end and didn't go any higher.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as combat is minimal and often feels unnecessary; avoiding enemies is generally seen as a more efficient strategy than engaging in battles.
“Combat is practically non-existent - you can fight enemies, but it's tedious, and avoiding them is always infinitely better.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is minimal, with players feeling that the main character design is appealing but lacking depth. The game encourages exploration and self-learning, yet fails to provide adequate guidance or explanations, leaving players to navigate mechanics largely on their own.
“The character development is almost non-existent; I felt no connection to the characters as they lacked depth and meaningful growth throughout the game.”
“The game fails to provide any substantial backstory or motivation for the characters, making it hard to care about their journeys.”
“Character interactions are shallow and repetitive, leaving little room for any real development or emotional investment.”
