Rendezvous

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Rendezvous is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Pendopo Creations and was released on April 10, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

"Rendezvous" is a single-player adventure game with stunning 2.5D cyber-noir pixel art graphics. The story revolves around Setyo, a former criminal agent, who must confront his past when an old companion reveals his sister is working with a dangerous Cyberrunner group. Setyo must face his own demons and reconcile with his sister in this intriguing story of family, betrayal, and secrets set in Bay City and Neo-Surabaya.

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 47 reviews

story17 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game features stunning visuals and a vibrant cyberpunk aesthetic that effectively captures the essence of a futuristic Indonesia.
The story, while not entirely original, is engaging and well-paced, with interesting lore and cultural references that resonate with players.
Puzzles are diverse and enjoyable, providing a good balance to the gameplay experience.

The combat mechanics are poorly designed, often leading to frustrating encounters that feel unresponsive and tedious.
Loading times between locations are excessively long, disrupting the flow of gameplay and immersion.
The dialogue and writing quality are inconsistent, with some parts feeling rushed or poorly executed, detracting from the overall narrative experience.

story
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
56%
7%
The game's story, while not entirely original, captivates players with its engaging plot and emotional depth, set against a richly detailed cyberpunk Indonesia. Many reviewers appreciate the character development and plot twists, though some express disappointment over its brevity and rushed conclusion, leaving them eager for a continuation. Overall, the narrative is praised for its immersive quality and relatable themes, despite some critiques regarding dialogue and pacing.
- “The plot is short but rich in content; dialogues throughout the game demonstrate social contradictions and people's struggles, which create an emotionally resonant experience.”
- “The story and characters are pretty interesting; the characters are enjoyable and the story has a bit of conspiracy and surprising but welcomed plot twist in the end.”
- “To be honest, the story managed to make me really hooked at the beginning and managed to make me play this game until the end.”
- “Imo, the story has a lot of potential that could’ve been explored further, which is a bit disappointing.”
- “The worst part of it is the story is too short; I thought it was only the end of act one because it ends with the start of the main conflict, so I really hope the story is being continued because it leaves a really big cliffhanger.”
- “However, what ultimately prevents me from giving this one a strong recommendation is the underdeveloped and cliché-ridden story, the generally poorly written dialogue, and the inconclusive, unsatisfying ending that all hold the project back from reaching its full potential.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
69%
12%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players praising the beautiful artwork and engaging puzzles, but criticizing the combat mechanics and overall execution. While some find the stealth elements solid, others feel that the gameplay lacks polish and can be tedious, detracting from the immersive experience of the cyberpunk setting. Overall, the game is seen as decent but in need of significant improvements, particularly in combat and optimization.
- “The gameplay is mostly fine; some combat-related frustrations aside, I had fun playing detective, solving cool puzzles, and sneaking around as I looked for answers and appreciated all the little details of the setting.”
- “The cyberpunk world theme is very interesting, but with better gameplay adjustments and improvements, it can be way better.”
- “The base gameplay includes a solid stealth mechanism, but it is not optimized well.”
- “Beautiful artwork let down by tedious gameplay and poor quality writing.”
- “Now, about the combat mechanics… they’re kinda messed up.”
- “The only downside for me is the combat mechanic.”
graphics
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
76%
24%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and immersive art style, particularly the detailed pixel artwork that effectively captures a cyberpunk aesthetic. Reviewers highlight the beautiful environments and atmospheric lighting, which enhance the overall experience, despite some criticism of the gameplay and writing. Overall, the graphics are considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are great—no complaints there.”
- “The cyberpunk is there without being shoved in our face, the graphics are gorgeous and the world makes sense, with a touch of down-to-earth that is appreciated for a sci-fi story.”
- “Neo Surabaya's beautiful visuals make me enjoy this game even more.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere and fit the story's themes, particularly in creating a cyberpunk ambiance. However, others find it repetitive and lacking in variation, with certain minigame mechanics feeling tedious and poorly timed with the music. Overall, while the background music effectively sets the mood for different scenarios, there are calls for more diversity and refinement in the musical composition.
- “Even though I haven't visited Indonesia once, the details depict local life perfectly, fitting with the story theme, fascinating pixel artworks with immersive music.”
- “I love the graphics, the aesthetic, and the soundtracks!”
- “The cyberpunk and futuristic atmosphere is well delivered through the visuals and music.”
- “The music was simple and repetitive with nice ideas driven into the ground by short music loops.”
- “Another minigame had me pressing buttons in time to my character's heartbeat in order to lie to another NPC - this was incredibly tedious, irritatingly not in time with the music, and only rarely requiring input - I drifted off a few times and I guess missed an input.”
- “The flashback music moment feels lacking.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its detailed pixel visuals and immersive cyberpunk city setting, particularly reflecting a Southeast Asian influence. Players appreciate the combination of stunning graphics and music that effectively convey a captivating and intriguing environment, enhancing the overall experience despite some shortcomings in gameplay mechanics.
- “I played this game to see the concept of a cyberpunk city atmosphere in Southeast Asia, and I really love it.”
- “Adventure game featuring incredibly detailed pixel visuals, outstanding atmosphere, intriguing plot, and an unremarkable combat system and encounters.”
- “The cyberpunk and futuristic atmosphere is well delivered through the visuals and music.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, with many describing the gameplay as monotonous and poorly executed. Minigames are particularly criticized for being either tedious or broken, detracting from the overall experience. The combination of tedious puzzles and poorly timed mechanics leads to a lack of engagement and enjoyment.
- “Beautiful artwork let down by tedious gameplay and poor quality writing.”
- “Some minigames ranged between tedious and broken.”
- “Another minigame had me pressing buttons in time to my character's heartbeat in order to lie to another NPC - this was incredibly tedious, irritatingly not in time with music, and only rarely requiring input - I drifted off a few times and I guess missed an input.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a concise yet content-rich plot, with dialogues that highlight social contradictions and personal struggles, resulting in a deeply emotional experience for players.
- “The plot is short but rich in content; the dialogues throughout the game demonstrate social contradictions and people's struggles, creating an emotionally resonant experience.”
- “The characters' journeys are deeply moving, making you feel their pain and joy as if it were your own.”
- “The game's ability to evoke such strong emotions is a testament to its powerful storytelling and character development.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game is characterized by a vibrant in-game economy, featuring purchasable streets and advertisements that enhance the visual experience, suggesting a strong emphasis on microtransactions and in-game purchases.
- “The game is filled with ads everywhere, from the streets to the walls, making it feel more like a marketing platform than a fun experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see how much the game pushes for in-game purchases, overshadowing the actual gameplay.”
- “The constant bombardment of ads and the pressure to spend money really detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been reported to have stability issues, including persistent bugs and problems with loading, particularly related to the Steam overlay.
- “The game is still buggy and often gets stuck at loading due to the Steam overlay.”
- “Frequent crashes make it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “I experience constant lag and instability, which ruins the gameplay experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players are requesting improvements in the game's optimization, indicating that current performance may not meet their expectations.
- “Please optimize the game, thank you.”
- “The game runs poorly on my system despite meeting the requirements.”
- “I frequently experience lag and frame drops, which makes gameplay frustrating.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers appreciate the character designs, particularly highlighting Sekar as a standout, with an overall rating of 7.5/10 for character design. However, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of narrative growth or depth.
- “The character designs are also really cool, especially Sekar (Myistri, by the way).”
- “Character design: 7.5/10”