Nary

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When the whole world is against you, when even the nearest people leave you alone, wouldn't it be nice to wreck your offenders to death in a brand new action-packed rogue-like runner Nary, accompanied by glorious soundtracks?

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Nary features a unique and imaginative concept that blends strategy, puzzle-solving, and adventure, providing a fresh gaming experience.
The game boasts a beautiful art style and an engaging soundtrack that enhances the overall atmosphere and enjoyment.
Challenging puzzles and a progressive storyline keep players invested and provide a satisfying sense of accomplishment.

The game has a slow pace that may feel sluggish to some players, potentially reducing excitement.
Limited replayability exists once the story and puzzles are completed, leading to a lack of incentive to revisit the game.
Minor technical issues and a lack of multiplayer features detract from the overall experience.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
23%
The gameplay of Nary is characterized by a unique blend of autorunning and timed jumping mechanics, complemented by a shooting element that requires quick reflexes. While many players appreciate the engaging and satisfying gameplay, some find the menus cumbersome and the overall experience slightly disrupted by awkward controls. Despite its potential, the game could benefit from further refinement to enhance the overall enjoyment.
- “They are well-integrated into the gameplay, providing a good balance between difficulty and satisfaction.”
- “Nary is an awesome autorunner platformer with loads of customization and interesting mechanics.”
- “Magnificent game with unique gameplay combining the thief run game with learning to time your jump perfectly and react in time to dodge obstacles with a typing mechanic to kill enemies.”
- “These can slightly disrupt the gameplay experience and detract from the overall enjoyment.”
- “A little rough in some of the menus/music areas and the gameplay could use some refinement.”
- “The crowded, awkward button layout combined with the lackluster gameplay really just adds up to a mediocre game.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
20%
30%
The music in the game is widely praised for being engaging and effectively enhancing the atmosphere, drawing players deeper into the experience. While some users note that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, it is generally considered better than average and well-suited to the game's overall aesthetic.
- “The soundtrack is engaging and complements the game's atmosphere perfectly.”
- “The music enhances the mood, drawing you deeper into Nary's world.”
- “Nary excels with its unique concept, beautiful art style, and engaging soundtrack.”
- “A little rough in some of the menus/music areas and the gameplay could use some refinement.”
- “Music is better than average but often gets very repetitive.”
- “Even though the graphics are bare minimum, the music is repetitive; I did enjoy this game quite well for nearly 8 hours in the last 2 days.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
33%
33%
The game's story features a progressive and engaging narrative that captivates players with intriguing plot twists and character development. However, some find the pacing sluggish, which may dampen excitement, and once completed, the lack of replay value diminishes the overall experience. Despite these critiques, the combination of challenging puzzles and a compelling storyline creates a delightful journey for many players.
- “The intriguing plot twists and character developments make the journey enjoyable.”
- “The storyline progresses smoothly, keeping you invested in the narrative.”
- “Once you’ve experienced the story and solved the puzzles, there’s not much incentive to go back and play again.”
- “The challenging puzzles and progressive storyline keep you hooked, making it a delightful experience.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The graphics of the game are praised for their beautiful and captivating art style, which stands out despite the use of retro pixel art that some may consider outdated. While the visuals may be minimalistic, they contribute to an engaging overall experience.
- “The art style is beautiful and captivating.”
- “Nary excels with its unique concept, beautiful art style, and engaging soundtrack.”
- “Beautiful art style.”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “Even though the graphics are bare minimum, the music is repetitive, I did enjoy this game quite well for nearly 8 hours in the last 2 days.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally perceived to have limited replayability, with users noting that its slow pace and lack of varied content may diminish its long-term appeal.
- “🔄 Limited replayability: I feel the game lacks replayability.”
- “Limited replayability.”
- “However, the slow pace and limited replayability might reduce its long-term appeal.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in the game is enhanced by detailed environments and character designs, which contribute to a visually engaging exploration experience. Players appreciate the intriguing plot twists that further enrich the character arcs, making the overall journey enjoyable.
- “The intriguing plot twists and character developments make the journey enjoyable.”
- “The detailed environments and character designs add depth to the game, making exploration a visually pleasing experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by an engaging soundtrack that complements the overall experience, creating an immersive environment for players.
- “The soundtrack is engaging and complements the game's atmosphere perfectly.”
- “The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The haunting visuals and sound design create a truly captivating atmosphere.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report experiencing minor technical issues, including occasional bugs and glitches, which affect the overall stability of the game.
- “Personally, I encountered some minor technical issues, such as occasional bugs and glitches.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it frustrating to progress.”
- “I experienced several stability issues that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is noted for its amusingly clumsy storytelling, drawing comparisons to the comedic elements found in classic titles like Final Fantasy 1.
- “The ending was hilariously ham-fisted, reminding me of the charm of Final Fantasy 1.”
- “The humor in the dialogue had me laughing out loud; it’s clever and perfectly timed.”
- “I love how the game blends absurdity with wit, making every encounter a joy to experience.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy includes incentivizing players to engage with advertisements, such as watching a trailer to unlock specific achievements, which may feel intrusive to some users.
- “To unlock the dark pirate achievement, you have to watch a trailer or advertisement video, which feels like a forced monetization tactic.”
- “The game constantly pushes you to spend money, making it hard to enjoy without feeling pressured to buy in.”
- “I feel like the monetization system is designed to exploit players rather than enhance the gaming experience.”