Rainyday
- October 6, 2017
- Kerkko Rasilainen
Get on Steam"Rainyday is a single-player adventure game with a dark, linear story focused on human trafficking in New Orleans. As detective John Rainy, you'll solve challenging puzzles in a gritty setting where superstition and evil abound. The game features four episodes, each offering a distinct case within its rainy world."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a captivating dark and gritty atmosphere, enhanced by well-done sound effects like rain.
- Players appreciate the nostalgic feel of the game, reminiscent of 90s puzzle/adventure titles.
- The storyline and melancholic music keep players engaged, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
- The graphics are considered unattractive, detracting from the overall experience.
- The gameplay lacks meaningful puzzles, often reducing the experience to simply searching for items.
- The story is criticized for being clumsy and poorly executed, with too much information dumped in text boxes without proper buildup.
- atmosphere11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is a notable highlight, featuring well-executed sound effects like rain and a dark, gritty noir aesthetic reminiscent of classic detective stories. While some players appreciate the immersive environment and nostalgic elements, others feel that certain narrative choices undermine the overall atmosphere. Overall, it offers a compelling setting for fans of puzzle and adventure games, particularly those who enjoy a noir vibe.
“My favorite thing about the game is the atmosphere - the rain sound effects and the rain falling around the play window were well done.”
“Chilling atmosphere with great music and graphics.”
“As the player steps into the shoes of our main character, the game immediately surrounds him with a purposeful atmosphere familiar from old detective stories.”
“The 'noir' atmosphere established in the first thirty seconds is immediately ruined by 'mysteries' that are revealed right away.”
“The dark and gritty atmosphere fails to immerse the player as intended.”
“While the game attempts to create a nostalgic atmosphere reminiscent of 90's puzzle/adventure games, it ultimately falls short.”
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and reminiscent of classic 90s adventure games, while others criticize it for being poorly executed and overly reliant on text dumps without proper buildup. While the melancholic music and interactive elements can enhance the experience, many feel that the narrative lacks depth and coherence, ultimately failing to captivate the player. Overall, it appeals to those seeking a nostalgic experience but may disappoint those looking for a more polished storytelling approach.
“I was not expecting anything special, so I was pleasantly surprised how the storyline and melancholic music kept me playing the game.”
“The game really succeeds in delivering the player something many games these days do not: an interesting interactive story.”
“Perhaps at first glance, it does not attract you, but in fact it is an interesting detective story in which everything is taken into account.”
“Unfortunately, the story is clumsy and way too much is crammed into random text without any build, which doesn't engage the player.”
“Tl:dr: Use character dialogues and interactions to set up your story; don't just dump it on the player in text boxes with no setup.”
“Ultimately, an interesting idea and attempt at atmosphere (and priced right at approximately $1), but not well executed or a story that I care to know more about.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users describing them as "ugly" and "hideous," while others appreciated the chilling atmosphere complemented by great music and visuals. Overall, the graphical quality appears to be a significant point of contention among players.
“Chilling atmosphere with great music and graphics.”
“The graphics are pretty ugly and the story really isn't worth it.”
“The graphics are hideous.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its ability to enhance the chilling atmosphere and complement the storyline, with many players noting its melancholic quality that keeps them engaged. Overall, it contributes significantly to the immersive experience alongside the graphics.
“I was not expecting anything special, so I was pleasantly surprised by how the storyline and melancholic music kept me playing the game.”
“Chilling atmosphere with great music and graphics.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay primarily revolves around interacting with various elements to uncover clues and progress the story, lacking significant puzzles. Additionally, some users noted awkward language usage that detracts from the overall experience, suggesting a need for refinement in the game's mechanics.
“The gameplay consists of interacting with everything possible to discover the clues to advance the story.”
“The mechanics of the game are simple yet engaging, allowing players to immerse themselves in the experience.”
“There aren't really any puzzles to speak of - the gameplay consists of interacting with everything possible to discover the clues to advance the story.”
“I noticed a few awkward uses of language - not that every game should be natively written in English, but some polish needs to be applied to the simple mechanics of the language.”
