Greak: Memories of Azur

77%
Game Brain Score Based on 329 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
Greak: Memories of Azur Game Cover
A beautiful tale about three siblings in their quest to rid the world on an ancient evil, hell bent of corruption and destruction.
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"Greak: Memories of Azur" is a side-scrolling, action-adventure game featuring hand-drawn art and animation. Players control three siblings, Greak, Adara, and Raydel, each with unique abilities, as they journey through the fantasy world of Azur to escape an enemy invasion. The game includes puzzle-solving, combat, and a emphasis on working together as a team to progress.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
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Reviews

77%
Audience ScoreBased on 329 reviews
story50 positive mentions
grinding9 negative mentions
  • Gorgeous hand-drawn art style and animations that create a visually stunning experience.
  • Engaging puzzles that require the unique abilities of each character, providing a fun challenge.
  • Charming story with lovable characters that adds depth to the gameplay.
  • Controlling multiple characters can be cumbersome, especially during boss fights, leading to frustration.
  • The game is relatively short, leaving players wanting more content and a more fleshed-out story.
  • Combat mechanics feel simplistic and can become repetitive, lacking depth and challenge.
  • story132 mentions

    The game's story is generally well-received, praised for its beautiful art and emotional depth, particularly in its portrayal of sibling relationships and a compelling quest against evil. However, some players find the narrative too linear and brief, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction with its abrupt conclusion and lack of character development. Overall, while the story has its strengths, it may not satisfy those seeking a more expansive or intricate narrative experience.

    • “The story is really compelling!”
    • “The game captures charm and a nice little story in a magical fantasy package.”
    • “A beautiful tale about three siblings in their quest to rid the world of an ancient evil, hell-bent on corruption and destruction.”
    • “Just as I had mastered the mechanics and eagerly anticipated the unfolding story to put my newfound skills to the test, the game abruptly concluded.”
    • “The story was kind of meh and the game isn't long, as well as the tiny inventory sizes are dumb and a restriction for the sake of being so.”
    • “Storywise, it is a bit short and will leave you hanging at the end, so I expect a second title to complete or expand it.”
  • gameplay117 mentions

    The gameplay of this platformer is characterized by its unique mechanic of controlling three characters simultaneously, which adds depth to puzzle-solving and exploration but can also lead to frustration, particularly in combat scenarios. While the game features stunning visuals and engaging mechanics, some players find the combat simplistic and the character-switching cumbersome, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many appreciate the charming art style and the potential for enjoyable gameplay, especially in puzzle-oriented sections.

    • “This charming platformer delivers a visually stunning experience with its hand-drawn art style and engaging gameplay.”
    • “The cooperative mechanics offer a unique twist, though it’s just as enjoyable solo.”
    • “Exploration is fun as each character has their own unique gameplay mechanics, and it's enjoyable to use their strengths and weaknesses to solve puzzles and fight enemies.”
    • “The art is cute but it does not make up for the shoddy gameplay.”
    • “The main game mechanic of multiple characters is very annoying.”
    • “The mechanics of moving your characters is very cumbersome; as soon as you get another character, moving through the world becomes a chore, and it takes a lot of the fun out of the game.”
  • graphics92 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning hand-drawn art style, vibrant colors, and beautiful animations, creating an enchanting visual experience that enhances the overall gameplay. Many reviewers highlight the charming character designs and the aesthetic appeal of the environments, comparing it favorably to other notable indie titles. Despite some criticisms regarding gameplay mechanics, the visuals remain a standout feature that captivates players.

    • “This charming platformer delivers a visually stunning experience with its hand-drawn art style and engaging gameplay.”
    • “The general aesthetic is fantastic and the little animated cut scenes are gorgeous.”
    • “Greak: Memories of Azur is a solid platformer by Navegante Entertainment, delivering a well-realized world with interesting characters, gorgeous hand-crafted visuals, and intriguing environments that beg to be explored.”
    • “The art style looks great but sadly the game falls flat everywhere else.”
    • “It's kind of too bad because graphically the game has its charms.”
    • “Cute art style, but other than that there's not a whole lot here.”
  • music67 mentions

    The music in the game has received a mixed response, with many praising its beautiful orchestral compositions and memorable scores that enhance the overall experience. However, some players found the music to be repetitive or forgettable at times, suggesting it may not always capture the specific atmosphere of different areas. Overall, the soundtrack is often highlighted as a standout feature, complementing the game's stunning visuals and engaging storytelling.

    • “The music is carefully composed, hitting all the right notes throughout the story and serves well to enhance the plot and narrative.”
    • “The art is great, the music is amazing; it's just easy to see the amount of love put into the development of the game.”
    • “Music is forgettable.”
    • “The soundtrack is sparse but bombastic, with big sweeping orchestral tracks, but it can become a little repetitive.”
    • “Music, however, while being of high value can feel a little out of place at times, not really capturing the feel of specific areas - rather giving an overall theme throughout the game which unfortunately can become somewhat repetitive.”
  • grinding9 mentions

    Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow, particularly in platforming and combat scenarios, where managing multiple characters and limited inventory space adds to the frustration. While puzzles are generally enjoyable, they can become repetitive, especially when combined with the need for constant character switching during gameplay.

    • “So much of this game is annoying, tedious, and slow.”
    • “Item management can be tedious because of the limited inventory space, particularly while attempting to combine ingredients into healing items.”
    • “It's kind of tedious to have to switch characters every 2 seconds to continue the game.”
  • atmosphere8 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its beautiful hand-drawn art, somber yet hopeful storytelling, and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the experience. Reviewers note that the setting is both bleak and colorful, effectively conveying the game's emotional depth. However, some mention that the overall atmosphere can be slightly undermined by unbalanced combat mechanics.

    • “The story is quite good; it has a somber and depressing but hopeful atmosphere, and the artwork is beautiful, with truly gorgeous hand-drawn sprites and backgrounds.”
    • “The art-style is simply wonderful, bleak and dark in the setting and atmosphere, with colorful characters popping out - which tends to truly point out the catastrophic setting and perfectly sets the mood for the story.”
    • “The art is fantastic and adds to the atmosphere, paired with a great soundtrack that is pleasant to listen to all the way through.”
    • “The atmosphere of the game is undeniable, but it is affected by the combat that often feels unbalanced.”
  • emotional7 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching narrative and exquisite hand-drawn art, which together create a heartwarming experience. Players are drawn into a compelling story of family and exploration, enhanced by a vibrant world and engaging gameplay. Overall, the combination of beautiful visuals and a poignant tale leaves a lasting emotional impact.

    • “Exquisite puzzle/action/platformer with surprisingly emotional story bits.”
    • “The hand-drawn characters and backgrounds are magical in motion, and contribute to a potently heart-warming playthrough.”
    • “A touching and heroic tale of family and finding home, with gorgeous hand-drawn art style and cutscenes, set in a large, vibrant world which encourages exploration.”
  • character development2 mentions

    The game features stunning art and character design that effectively engages players and fosters emotional investment in the characters through charming animations. However, despite the impressive attention to detail in storytelling and aesthetics, the core gameplay mechanics are perceived as lacking.

    • “It's got one of the loveliest art, character design, and ambience I've seen in a while, which really gets you invested in the characters and makes you go 'awww' for many of the animations.”
    • “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character as their stories unfold.”
    • “The attention to detail in character arcs and interactions makes every choice feel meaningful and impactful.”
    • “I don't understand how a game can have so much attention to detail with story, art, animation, and character design, yet fail so hard with a core game mechanic.”
    • “The characters feel one-dimensional and lack meaningful growth throughout the game.”
    • “Despite the beautiful design, the character arcs are predictable and uninspired.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The replayability of the game is considered low after completing the main story, as there are no additional game modes. However, players may find some incentive in collecting all artifacts, achieving 100%, or improving their completion time.

    • “The replay value is low once you complete the main story, but you can still attempt to gather all the artifacts, achieve all the achievements, or finish the game in a better time.”
    • “I'd say the replay value is low once you complete the main story. There are no additional game modes, but one could attempt to gather all the artifacts, get all the achievements, or finish the game in a better time.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Players report a smooth experience with no crashes, stuttering, or bugs encountered during gameplay, indicating strong optimization.

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Critic Reviews

73% average critic score

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Play time

7hMedian play time
5hAverage play time
2-7hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs

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