Neverliria
- August 22, 2018
- norest
- 5h median play time
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a cute art style and a nice atmosphere, making it enjoyable to play.
- Gameplay is simple and intuitive, allowing players to quickly learn and master the mechanics.
- The game offers a casual experience with resource management and survival elements that can be satisfying to engage with.
- The game mechanics feel outdated and cumbersome, particularly the need to carry items one-by-one without a proper inventory system.
- There are numerous glitches and bugs that detract from the overall experience, making it feel unfinished.
- The game lacks depth and replay value, with limited content and a predictable world layout.
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Neverliria is criticized for its outdated and flawed mechanics, which detract from the overall experience and make it feel archaic. While the simple side-scrolling format and endearing art style are noted positively, the lack of depth and engaging mechanics leads to a lack of replayability, with players expressing little desire to return after a short playtime.
“The art style is endearing and the mysterious mechanics are largely intuitive.”
“[b]gameplay –[/b] simple side-scroller, with no jumping or below ground.”
“Bought on special for $4.49, probably won't go back to it after 3 hours of gameplay.”
“The problem is the game mechanics are so horrible it is what makes this game feel archaic and outdated.”
“This is the kind of game mechanics you can expect to play and is the main flaw holding Neverliria back.”
“Gameplay – simple side-scroller, with no jumping or below ground.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as basic pixel art that meets expectations, featuring an endearing art style and intuitive mechanics. While some players appreciate the visuals and overall aesthetic, there is a consensus that significant improvements are needed to enhance the game's graphical quality.
“The art style is endearing and the mysterious mechanics are largely intuitive.”
“Nice graphics and sounds.”
“I am fine with the graphics and love the type of game it is, but it really needs some work...lots of work!”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game features two distinct musical tracks, one for day and another for night, but lacks event-specific music and has minimal sound effects. The music effectively cues players for hunger and the day-night cycle, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
“There are two types of music, one for the night and one for the day.”
“Music cues for hunger, as well as the day and night cycle, enhance the gameplay experience.”
“The distinct music for different times of day adds a unique atmosphere to the game.”
“No music for events and very little sound effects.”
“Music cues for hunger, day and night cycle.”
“There are two music tracks, one for the night and one for the day.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has notable stability issues, with users reporting persistent glitches, such as chests becoming unmanageable when building actions are canceled. These bugs detract from the overall gameplay experience.
“Glitches still exist; for example, when you cancel a building while holding a chest, that chest bugs out and can no longer be handled.”
“Let me give you a small list of glitches to get you started.”
“Glitches still exist; for example, when you cancel a building while holding a chest, that chest bugs out and can no longer be handled.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised as charming and delightful, with users highlighting its incredible and appealing qualities. Overall, it creates a warm and inviting experience that enhances gameplay.
“A cute little game with a very nice atmosphere.”
“Incredible atmosphere.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has low replayability, with users indicating that there is little to no incentive to play again after completing it.
“Replay value – once you complete the game, there is none.”
“Replay value – once you complete the game, there is none.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is minimal and lacks depth, but many users feel that it is not a significant drawback for the overall experience.
“The story is barely there, but it doesn't seem to need one.”
“The narrative is almost non-existent, yet it somehow works.”
