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Path of Giants

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96% User Score Based on 532 reviews

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Path of Giants is a single player casual quiz game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Journey Bound Games and was released on November 12, 2021. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Path of Giants is a peaceful puzzle game where players control three adorable explorers navigating treacherous ice caves. Cooperative gameplay is essential as players work together to solve puzzles by communicating and coordinating character movements. The charming art style and soothing soundtrack make for an enjoyable and relaxing experience for all ages.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 532 reviews
graphics76 positive mentions
grinding6 negative mentions
  • Charming art style and cute animations that enhance the overall experience.
  • Relaxing gameplay with no timers or move limits, allowing players to think through puzzles at their own pace.
  • Well-designed puzzles that gradually increase in difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge without being frustrating.
  • The game is relatively short, taking only about 3-4 hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more content.
  • Some players may find the puzzles too easy, especially in the early levels, which could limit replayability.
  • Occasional control issues, such as characters getting stuck or slow animations, can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
  • graphics
    128 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and cute art style, featuring a minimalist approach that enhances the overall aesthetic without overwhelming the player. Many reviewers highlight the vibrant color palette and smooth animations, creating a relaxing atmosphere that complements the puzzle-solving experience. While some note that the visuals may not be the strongest aspect of the game, they still contribute significantly to its appeal and enjoyment.

    • “The graphics are beautifully stylized, with a vibrant yet calming color palette.”
    • “This game excels in simplicity, combining crisp, stylized graphics with fluid animations and a serene atmosphere.”
    • “The graphics are simple yet smooth and charming, with little details interspersed in the backgrounds and on the puzzle floors.”
    • “Visuals are not the strongest part here but the puzzles are making up for it.”
    • “9$ for 3h of bugged game with crappy graphics...”
    • “One issue that I ran into was the game constantly crashing until I reduced the graphics quality to 'low'.”
  • gameplay
    109 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "Path of Giants" is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics, where players control three explorers to solve puzzles and reach color-coded goals. While the puzzles are generally easy and the game is relatively short, the gradual introduction of new mechanics keeps the experience fresh and enjoyable, making it suitable for casual players and families. However, some reviewers noted that the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, with certain mechanics feeling generic and underutilized.

    • “A perfect balance between a relaxing atmosphere and challenging gameplay.”
    • “New mechanics and challenges are introduced at an ideal rate, ensuring constant engagement without overwhelming the player.”
    • “The gameplay is polished, and the graphics are beautiful, but the mechanics felt too generic; nothing to set it apart from other puzzle games.”
    • “The goal is to get each of the three explorers to a little appropriately colored platform on the far side of the level, and the game pretty much does everything it can with a very limited number of mechanics.”
    • “For such a short game, it manages to become repetitive quite quickly; the different mechanics they introduce never change the game and they are few and far between.”
    • “The only part that falls flat is the 'hunt for jars in the background to earn coins' mechanic, which is too simplistic and feels out of place.”
  • music
    87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and calming qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing atmosphere while solving puzzles. While some players noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, it generally complements the minimalist art style and engaging gameplay, making it a pleasant backdrop for players seeking a stress-free experience. Overall, the combination of beautiful graphics and a tranquil soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The minimalist art style and calming music make this the perfect game to unwind with while still keeping your brain engaged.”
    • “The music complements the serene atmosphere, never intruding on your concentration but enhancing the overall ambiance.”
    • “The relaxing soundtrack and the simple gameplay make the game enjoyable.”
    • “Graphics were good, animations good, but by entering the winterfest section I had my fill of the music.”
    • “Music was okay but it got on my nerves after a while, so I turned it down.”
    • “The music does not change much, and it mostly repeats itself, but this is acceptable for a short game.”
  • story
    74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Path of Giants" revolves around three explorers on a quest to find a lost treasure in an icy mountainous world, but it is generally considered simplistic and underdeveloped, lacking significant conflict or depth. While the game offers a light and cheerful atmosphere, the narrative is minimal, serving more as a backdrop to the puzzle gameplay rather than a focal point. Overall, players can expect a short, laid-back experience with a straightforward plot that may appeal to younger audiences but leaves many wanting more in terms of storytelling.

    • “Path of Giants is about three explorers in the icy mountainous world of the legendary giants and their quest to find the lost treasure called the Lantril.”
    • “The story is simple, but fits very well with the game's cheerful mood along with the animations, graphics, and music.”
    • “The story is about three explorers trying to find their way in search of a lost treasure.”
    • “The characters and story are not anything noteworthy either.”
    • “No interesting story, plot, danger, conflict, or twists in the narrative (there's barely one).”
    • “The story is a short one about finding the artifact and the gold told with a few lines of dialogue and a scrolling comic.”
  • atmosphere
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its serene and relaxing qualities, enhanced by a charming art style and a fitting soundtrack that complements the gameplay. Players appreciate the balance between the tranquil environment and the engaging puzzles, although some feel that the lack of character dialogue limits the depth of the atmosphere. Overall, the game's visuals and sound design create a captivating ambiance that invites exploration and enjoyment.

    • “A perfect balance between relaxing atmosphere and challenging gameplay.”
    • “The music complements the serene atmosphere, never intruding on your concentration but enhancing the overall ambiance.”
    • “The cute graphics and beautiful soundtracks help create a calm yet fun atmosphere that you can enjoy as you take your time solving the puzzles in each level.”
    • “The guys rarely speak, which is a shame, because it could have added a lot to the atmosphere, the crew dynamic, and to individual personalities.”
    • “The only solidly positive thing here is the art style and the aesthetic/atmosphere of the world.”
    • “Well, some pretty chill and calming atmosphere does its fair share of lifting, but puzzles are the reason you'll hopefully end up staying for.”
  • grinding
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that the game features significant grinding, particularly with repetitive wall puzzles that can become tedious over time. While some players find the mechanics well-designed and manageable, others feel that attempting to complete the game in a short timeframe exacerbates the grind, making it feel more laborious. Overall, the grinding aspect is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the challenge while others find it monotonous.

    • “A lot of grinding.”
    • “Ok puzzles, but very tedious.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The wall puzzles are the same from the first to the last, and after doing the third one, they become tedious instead of a refreshing change of pace.”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is largely dependent on individual player goals, such as speedrunning or achieving completionist status through bonus levels and achievements. While the main missions can be completed in 2 to 4 hours, some players feel the overall replay value is limited, suggesting that additional features like a hard mode could enhance it. Comparatively, the game's price may not justify its replayability, especially when considering its mobile version.

    • “The game is fairly short (2 to 4 hours) to complete the main missions, but it offers extra bonus levels after completing the main missions, and there are achievements that can extend the replay value if you are a completionist.”
    • “Replay value, I think, is up to the individual; seeing how fast you can get through the story or how many moves it takes to finish a particular level.”
    • “To slightly increase replayability and hence, make the price tag a bit more worthwhile, maybe you could add in a hard mode where players need to solve a level within a set amount of time.”
    • “The game is fairly short (2 to 4 hours) to complete the main missions, but it offers extra bonus levels after completing the main missions. There are achievements that can extend the replay value if you are a completionist.”
    • “However, at this point, the game might be a bit costly due to its lack of replayability, especially when compared to its mobile version.”
    • “To slightly increase replayability and make the price tag a bit more worthwhile, maybe you could add a hard mode where players need to solve a level within a set amount of time.”
  • emotional
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game emotionally engaging due to its wholesome backstory, beautiful soundtrack, and appealing graphics, which create a relaxing atmosphere. The art style and character movements foster a strong emotional attachment, reminiscent of the heartwarming experience of playing classic titles like *Monument Valley*. Overall, the game successfully evokes feelings of warmth and satisfaction.

    • “The art style is amazing, and although the voice acting is little more than grunts, the characters still manage to give you an emotional attachment with their movement and teamwork!”
    • “It gave me the same heart-warming sense in the general appearance and feel of the puzzles as the very first time I played Monument Valley years ago.”
    • “Very relaxing, very wholesome, and great background music too.”
  • humor
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is well-received, with players highlighting its funny characters, cute moments, and amusing achievements that contribute to an enjoyable and lighthearted experience. Overall, it is described as a very good and entertaining puzzle game with a strong comedic element.

    • “A very good and funny puzzle game!”
    • “Funny little puzzle game.”
    • “Has its cute moments and funny achievements, making for a well-rounded game.”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, particularly on Linux, though players have reported minor glitches, such as character movement issues and controller-switching problems. These issues are typically resolved with a quick restart or are expected to be addressed in future patches, and the presence of frequent checkpoints helps mitigate any frustration.

    • “Runs great on Linux.”
    • “Had a few glitches where the yellow character wouldn't move when facing certain doors, but a quick restart of the level fixed it.”
    • “There are very minor glitches I ran into on my second playthrough which can easily be fixed with a patch/updates (for example, switching between controller and mouse during my second playthrough revealed that scrolling through the story would not work with the controller if I had switched to the controller from the mouse by pressing a button, rather than using the joystick), but that's very minor and I expect those to be fixed in due course.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The character development in the game is highly praised for its adorable and charming design, appealing particularly to casual players. Reviewers appreciate the cute aesthetics, which enhance the overall experience and contribute positively to the game's atmosphere.

    • “This game is so cute; I love the character design.”
    • “This is a puzzle game for casual, comfy people. I love the level and character designs; it's super cute :)”
    • “The character designs are adorable, and I overall recommend it!”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from poor optimization, which detracts from the overall experience, alongside other issues such as an uninspiring story and lack of environmental variety.

    • “The game runs incredibly smoothly after the latest optimization update, making for a seamless experience.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimization; it really enhances the overall gameplay and performance.”
    • “The optimization tweaks have significantly reduced loading times, allowing me to dive into the action much faster.”
    • “The negatives are the uninspiring story, low variety of environment, poor game optimization, absence of proper dubbing, and the creeping stereotype based on the simplistic game concept.”
    • “Game optimization is lacking.”
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Path of Giants is a casual quiz game with fantasy theme.

Path of Giants is available on Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, iPhone, Windows and others.

The main story can be completed in around 2 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 4 hours to finish. On average players spend around 3 hours playing Path of Giants.

Path of Giants was released on November 12, 2021.

Path of Giants was developed by Journey Bound Games.

Path of Giants has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its grinding.

Path of Giants is a single player game.

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