Orpheus's Dream

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Orpheus's Dream is a single player action game. It was developed by Orpheus's Dream Team and was released on September 15, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Orpheus’s Dream is an 3D isometric-inspired puzzle game with storytelling elements. Explore an amnesiac’s family house and recover lost memories of him and his cat.

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63%

Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews

music13 positive mentions

stability12 negative mentions

The game features charming graphics and a cute art style that many players appreciate.
The puzzles are interesting and provide a unique gameplay experience, especially with the music note mechanics.
The game is free to play, making it accessible for those looking for a short, casual puzzle experience.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches that can hinder progress and enjoyment.
The camera controls and character movement are often frustrating, leading to issues like getting stuck on objects.
The default language is in Chinese, which can be confusing for players who are not familiar with it, and the music can become annoying over time.

music
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its calming and aesthetically pleasing qualities, while others find it repetitive and annoying, especially due to volume reset issues. Many appreciate the integration of music into the puzzle mechanics, but some criticize the soundtrack as lacking depth or coherence. Overall, the music contributes to the game's atmosphere, though it may not appeal to everyone.
- “Great music and graphics and interesting puzzles.”
- “Its simplistic style along with the music theme and the diary notes really tied it all together; I especially liked the notes because of how poetic they were.”
- “The story, while a bit vague, is very sad and sweet, and beautiful pastel art and gentle music create a relaxing mood.”
- “The music eventually becomes very annoying especially when you keep getting the wrong path.”
- “I'm seeing a lot of people praise the music, but ultimately, it just feels like random chords strung together by someone who doesn't have a lot of musical experience.”
- “The gameplay is quite unique as far as I know: it's based on mirroring the environment, through the use of collectible 'music notes', to access different areas and more notes.”
story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it touching and sweet, particularly in its portrayal of a relationship between a gentleman and his cat, while others describe it as vague and unengaging. Many noted that the narrative is hampered by poor translations and bugs, which detracted from their understanding and enjoyment. Overall, while the aesthetic and emotional elements are appreciated, the execution of the story leaves room for improvement.
- “Played it and finished it the day of, truly a beautiful and gentle way to tell the story of someone with amnesia.”
- “From what I do know though, it is a really sweet story between a gentleman and his cat and remembering certain memories they made together at key points in their lives.”
- “The story, while a bit vague, is very sad and sweet, and beautiful pastel art and gentle music create a relaxing mood.”
- “The game looks nice, but the story is a little boring and not very specific.”
- “The translation seemed rather poor, which detracted from the impact of the story.”
- “I didn't even realize the game was about an amnesiac; the story pieces just didn't communicate the story effectively because of the poor translations.”
graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the art style and aesthetic appeal, describing it as beautiful and cute. However, some users note that while the visuals are decent, they are not top-tier and are accompanied by frustrating bugs and glitches. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, but improvements are needed for a more polished experience.
- “The graphics are good and the story is deep if you know your Greek mythology.”
- “Orpheus's dream has aesthetically pleasing graphics and a nice soundtrack, especially considering it's free to play.”
- “A nice game with good atmosphere, pleasant graphics and interesting mechanics.”
- “The graphics in this game are passable, but could be better.”
- “I miss the 'low' graphics, at which my laptop would allow me to pass the game to the end.”
- “Decent graphics.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its unique puzzle mechanics that involve mirroring the environment using collectible music notes, which some players found interesting yet occasionally frustrating due to cryptic elements and a lack of clarity. While the mechanics are easy to grasp, the overall experience is hindered by translation issues and a confusing narrative, leading to mixed feelings about the game's depth and engagement. Overall, the gameplay is short and can be enjoyable, but it may not meet the expectations of those seeking a more challenging or cohesive experience.
- “The gameplay is quite unique as far as I know: it's based on mirroring the environment, through the use of collectible 'music notes', to access different areas and more notes.”
- “A nice game with good atmosphere, pleasant graphics, and interesting mechanics.”
- “So far, this is a lovely little game; very cute, and I like the mechanics a lot.”
- “Immediately, the mechanics of the puzzle are provided to you, but aside from what the musical signs do, everything else is extremely cryptic.”
- “Yet, the 'puzzle' aspect of the game was so easy that I didn't even have to try and figure out what the actual mechanics were until the final chapter when I would randomly get the game over sequence with no indication of why it happened.”
- “I can get past the translation errors, the story and aesthetic are cute and do make you want to keep playing, but I'm constantly having problems with the more basic gameplay.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay and immersion. Players frequently encounter problems such as characters getting stuck, visual anomalies, and game-breaking errors, which can lead to frustrating experiences and extended playtimes. While the game has a charming premise and some enjoyable moments, the pervasive instability detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- “But what this really has in abundance is bugs... there's a good chance you won't be able to finish this because of all the glitches, and that's a shame.”
- “However, be warned that there are glitches and the puzzles can be confusing because of the lack of flexibility in gameplay.”
- “This game is adorable and I like the premise so far, but glitches (falling into the abyss forever, house going invisible, not being able to move) prevent me from enjoying a full immersive experience.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its emotional depth and touching narrative, making it a highly recommended experience for those looking for a short yet impactful story, despite some minor bugs.
- “This game was extremely well done and touching.”
- “There were a few bugs, but overall I found this really touching and would definitely recommend this, especially for someone seeking out a short and well-done story.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, featuring pleasant graphics and delightful music that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the engaging mechanics that contribute to a captivating ambiance.
- “A nice game with a good atmosphere, pleasant graphics, and interesting mechanics.”
- “Great atmosphere and delightful music.”