- July 8, 2022
- Image Labo
- 5h median play time
Resonance of the Ocean
Platforms
About
"Resonance of the Ocean" is a short, hand-drawn adventure game where players use instruments made from washed-up ocean treasures to answer echoes heard from beyond the sea. With a soing soundscape and a calming atmosphere, the game can be completed in 10-30 minutes. It placed 4th in the overall ranking and 1st for art and sound in the 22nd unity1week game jam event.





- Calm and relaxing atmosphere with beautiful art and sound design.
- Short gameplay (15-30 minutes) makes it a perfect quick experience.
- Unique concept of mimicking sounds using found objects adds a creative touch.
- Gameplay can feel repetitive and puzzles are quite simple.
- The story is minimal and leaves many questions unanswered.
- Controls can be unintuitive, leading to frustration during gameplay.
- music346 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and beautiful qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a soothing atmosphere that complements the art style. Players appreciate the emotive soundtrack and sound design, which effectively engage them in the narrative, despite the game's short length. Overall, the combination of lovely music and charming visuals makes it a delightful experience for those who enjoy music-based puzzle games.
“The soundtrack is incredible, with sound effects that make the entire experience even more immersive.”
“Calming and soothing game with beautiful music.”
“The music is beautiful and even if it's simple, I love the audio-based puzzles.”
“And for a game about making music, there is little music.”
“Although there wasn't much to this game, the music and visuals really pulled it together.”
“The game itself may get boring if the player misses one instrument and has to go around repetitively, but the music and art are really well made (I think these make up for it).”