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Onirike

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68%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
gameplay, music
85% User Score Based on 33 reviews
Critic Score 64%Based on 1 reviews

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Onirike is a single player platformer game. It was developed by DevilishGames and was released on June 29, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Onirike is an original adventure, puzzles, and 3d platformer video game that plays in an intricate open world, designed with a non-linear narrative, and presented with a peculiar graphics and sound aesthetic.

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story5 positive mentions
atmosphere3 negative mentions
  • Onirike features a visually striking and imaginative world, reminiscent of Tim Burton's style, with a unique claymation-like aesthetic that enhances its dreamlike atmosphere.
  • The gameplay mechanics, particularly the invisibility system and checkpoint planting, add a layer of tension and strategy to the platforming experience, making exploration feel rewarding.
  • The narrative, while abstract, offers a thought-provoking exploration of themes like identity and memory, resonating with players who appreciate introspective storytelling.
  • The platforming controls can feel imprecise and clunky, with floaty jumps and camera issues that can lead to frustration during gameplay.
  • The constant narration and simplistic storytelling may come off as too juvenile for some players, detracting from the overall experience.
  • The game can feel slow-paced and linear, with limited mechanical depth that may not satisfy players looking for more challenging or varied gameplay.
  • gameplay
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Onirike offers a unique blend of surreal 3D platforming, exploration, and light stealth mechanics, centered around an innovative invisibility system linked to gypsophila plants. While the gameplay loop remains consistent and lacks deep mechanical escalation, the game encourages exploration and features a cozy atmosphere, though some players may find the mechanics janky and the narrative pacing slow. Overall, it provides a refreshing take on the platformer genre, appealing to those who appreciate its whimsical aesthetic and unique gameplay elements.

    • “Onirike, developed and published by devilishgames, is a surreal 3D platformer that blends dreamlike exploration with light stealth and survival mechanics, all wrapped in an aesthetic that feels equal parts eerie, whimsical, and otherworldly.”
    • “Gameplay centers on platforming, exploration, and a unique invisibility system tied to gypsophila plants.”
    • “Despite the fact that the genre is in decline, save for honorable exceptions, Onirike dares to innovate and introduce new mechanics that surprisingly work very well.”
    • “The game’s replay value largely depends on one’s fondness for its mood, atmosphere, and visual identity rather than deep gameplay systems.”
    • “For those seeking polished mechanics or traditional narrative structure, it may feel too uneven.”
    • “The mechanics of the game are a little confusing at first.”
  • story
    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is a blend of introspective themes such as identity, memory, and existential loneliness, conveyed through narration and environmental storytelling. While some players appreciate its dreamlike and whimsical qualities, others find it too abstract or simplistic, with a desire for deeper character engagement and subtlety. Overall, the narrative offers a thought-provoking journey filled with bizarre characters and a moral undertone, though it may not satisfy those seeking a straightforward plot.

    • “Each region introduces new motifs, from rotting circus tents to fog-drenched hills, and the visual tonality works hand-in-hand with the story’s themes of identity, memory, and existential loneliness.”
    • “Onirike has an underlying thought-provoking story with a sense of morality.”
    • “The story features fully voiced narration, and, at times, feels like a fable being told to a child by a parent.”
    • “I didn't get too far into it, so I can't comment on the story and overall gameplay, but honestly, the constant narration was enough of an issue for me that I didn't want to keep playing.”
    • “The plot is honestly shallow and basic, but it’s one that has a solid, resounding message that never wavered from the onset.”
    • “I would have loved it if it was a bit more subtle with the story, which would have added a bit more to the spooky atmosphere of the game.”
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Onirike features a unique and visually striking art style that blends eerie, whimsical, and surreal elements, reminiscent of Tim Burton's animated films. The game's claymation-like graphics and dreamlike environments create an aesthetically pleasing experience, though some players found the combination of platforming mechanics and death timers to be challenging. Overall, the visuals are celebrated for their creativity and charm, contributing to the game's engaging atmosphere.

    • “Onirike, developed and published by devilishgames, is a surreal 3D platformer that blends dreamlike exploration with light stealth and survival mechanics, all wrapped in an aesthetic that feels equal parts eerie, whimsical, and otherworldly.”
    • “Onirike is an aesthetically pleasing platforming game through and through, taking heavy inspiration from animated films like Tim Burton's 'Corpse Bride', 'The Nightmare Before Christmas', and 'James and the Giant Peach'.”
    • “The visuals were super creative and bizarre, and it was a lot of fun to play with friends and laugh at all the weird stuff in it.”
    • “The characters and landscape art style are childish while spooky and surreal, which is awesome.”
    • “Though the art style is very creepy and Tim Burton-like in appearance, the game itself feels very non-creepy.”
    • “It has that warm PS2 title feeling to it, from its aesthetic to the gameplay.”
  • music
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is characterized as cute, whimsical, and reminiscent of nursery rhymes, creating an epic and expressive atmosphere. Players appreciate the lovely soundtrack and solid voice acting, with particular praise for the deep, uplifting ending song that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The music is epic!”
    • “The music is lovely and the voice acting/narration is solid.”
    • “But the highlight was a deep, uplifting ending song as the credits roll.”
    • “The music reminds me of a nursery rhyme set to music.”
    • “The music reminds me of a nursery rhyme set to music.”
    • “Orinike's music serves the same purpose, making art as a means of expression.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is a key highlight, characterized by a haunting and metaphor-driven experience that prioritizes mood and visual identity over complex gameplay. Players appreciate its ethereal quality, although some feel that a more subtle storytelling approach could enhance the spooky ambiance. Overall, the atmosphere significantly influences the game's replay value, appealing to those who enjoy immersive, experience-first adventures.

    • “For players interested in atmospheric, metaphor-driven adventures—experience-first platformers that prioritize tone over precision—Onirike offers a uniquely haunting journey into the subconscious.”
    • “The game’s replay value largely depends on one’s fondness for its mood, atmosphere, and visual identity rather than deep gameplay systems.”
    • “I would have loved it if it was a bit more subtle with the story, which would have added a bit more to the spooky atmosphere of the game.”
    • “While the actual gameplay is not all that deep, the strange set of movement (and stealth?) mechanics add to the ethereal atmosphere.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is primarily influenced by players' appreciation for its mood, atmosphere, and visual style, rather than the depth of its gameplay mechanics.

    • “The game’s replay value largely depends on one’s fondness for its mood, atmosphere, and visual identity rather than deep gameplay systems.”
    • “Once you complete the main story, there’s little incentive to dive back in, as the side quests feel repetitive and uninspired.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat flawed and occasionally counterintuitive, particularly due to tedious fetch quests. However, as they progress, the experience improves, with some enjoying the easy platforming segments that add a relaxing element to the gameplay. Overall, while grinding for achievements is not a focus, the game manages to maintain engagement despite its imperfections.

    • “In terms of game design, it's far from perfect and counterintuitive at times, but apart from a few tedious fetch quests, it became better the more I progressed.”
    • “Grinding achievements: no”
    • “The platforming was super easy, but the game was never tedious or boring; instead, I found it relaxing.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional tone of the game is characterized by a blend of melancholy and hope, portraying the protagonist as both vulnerable and resilient. While the story is described as wholesome and mysterious, some characters lack depth, which affects overall engagement.

    • “The emotional tone is melancholic yet hopeful, presenting the protagonist as both lost and striving, fragile yet determined.”
    • “The story is wholesome and mysterious, but some characters needed more engagement.”
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Onirike is a platformer game.

Onirike is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Mac OS and others.

Onirike was released on June 29, 2021.

Onirike was developed by DevilishGames.

Onirike has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Onirike is a single player game.

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