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Passing By - A Tailwind Journey is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Studio Windsocke and was released on March 12, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Run by a perpetual west wind, embark on a journey as Curly the balloonist in Passing By - A Tailwind Journey. Explore 2D puzzle platformer levels across vibrant biomes, meet quirky inhabitants, and manage resources to ensure survival. A memorable voyage of puzzles, friendships, and exploration awaits."

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Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

The game features a charming art style, catchy music, and witty dialogue, creating a delightful atmosphere for players.
It offers a relaxing adventure with gentle exploration, intriguing puzzles, and lovable characters, making it perfect for unwinding after a stressful day.
The mix of puzzle-solving and survival elements, along with the variety of themed islands, provides an engaging and enjoyable experience.

Some players feel the lack of a map makes it difficult to navigate and revisit islands, potentially missing out on content.
While the game is generally relaxing, some may find it too easy or not challenging enough.
There are requests for more story development and content, indicating a desire for deeper engagement with the game world.

graphics
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning beauty and charming low poly art style, which contribute to an adorable and inspiring atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the meticulous attention to detail, along with the engaging music and quirky dialogue, enhancing the overall visual experience.
- “Passing by is an absolutely adorable and inspiring adventure with stunning and beautiful graphics.”
- “I really liked the overall atmosphere of the floating world and the low poly art style.”
- “The art style, the music, the quirky dialogue, and so much attention to all the cute little details really make it special.”
music
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The music in the game is widely praised for its catchiness and grooviness, complementing the witty dialogue and charming art style. Reviewers highlight the musical score as a standout feature, describing it as a work of art that enhances the overall experience. The combination of quirky details and engaging soundtracks contributes significantly to the game's unique appeal.
- “The musical score is a piece of art on its own.”
- “This game is really cool with its smart dialogue and catchy music.”
- “There is a lot I love about this game: witty and funny dialogue, groovy music, great attention to detail, and a lovely art style.”
humor
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The humor in the game is consistently praised for its wit and fun, with engaging dialogue that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate how the humor contributes to a lighthearted atmosphere, complemented by groovy music and charming visuals, making it a delightful mood booster.
- “It's fun, funny, not too challenging but still not too easy, and it always brightens my mood.”
- “There is a lot I love about this game: witty and funny dialogue, groovy music, great attention to detail, and a lovely art style.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its unique floating world and appealing low poly art style, creating an immersive and visually engaging experience.
- “I really liked the overall atmosphere of the floating world and the low poly art style.”