Resonance of the Ocean
"Resonance of the Ocean" is a puzzle game that features a masterful story, splendid gameplay, exceptional visuals, and good music. The game is about a sound that reverberates from beyond the ocean, and it offers a wholesome and engaging experience. With its immersive gameplay and captivating narrative, "Resonance of the Ocean" is a must-play for fans of puzzle games and story-driven experiences.
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and a calming soundtrack, making it a relaxing experience.
- The puzzles are enjoyable and not overly difficult, allowing for a pleasant gameplay experience.
- Despite its short length, the game provides a heartwarming story that resonates with players.
- The game is very short, typically taking only 10-30 minutes to complete, leaving players wanting more content.
- Many players found the storyline lacking depth and clarity, with unanswered questions about the characters and plot.
- Some players experienced confusion with the gameplay mechanics, particularly in the absence of tutorials or hints.
- story141 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as cute and bittersweet, with many players appreciating its artistic presentation and calming music. However, a common critique is that the storyline is too short and lacks depth, leaving players wanting more backstory and character development. Overall, while the narrative has potential, it is often seen as underdeveloped, prompting hopes for future updates that could expand on the plot.
“The story is very cute/wholesome and mysterious as the game progresses.”
“I love the plot of this game, it's worth discovering!”
“The art style is really pretty, just the storyline needs to be completed.”
“The story felt like there was an attempt to create a narrative with various stones and diary entries; however, it's not elaborated upon, which makes the game feel lackluster.”
“I wish the developers could work on the story more, as it has so much potential to be developed further.”
“The story is very short, and I wanted to know more about the characters and the background, which left me feeling confused and wanting more.”
- graphics136 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and calming art style, often compared to Ghibli aesthetics, which enhances the overall relaxing experience. Players appreciate the beautiful visuals and soothing music, although many express a desire for longer gameplay to fully immerse themselves in the charming atmosphere. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a delightful experience for players.
“The graphics are really cute and this makes me enjoy this game plus the melodies contained in this game make me comfortable when playing this game.”
“Outstanding graphics and animation.”
“The art style is amazing as well.”
“The game is boring but the art style is so cute and aesthetic...”
“This is calming to me but it's pretty short actually, it doesn't have much details but I still love the art style 'cause it is so simple.”
“Although I thought there's more in this game when the journal and notes come up, the art style and the simplicity of the game is just ✨💛 so I love it anyways.”
- music123 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and calming qualities, enhancing the overall experience with its soothing soundtrack and fitting ambiance. Many players appreciate the art style, noting that it complements the music well, creating a relaxing atmosphere. However, some reviewers express disappointment over the game's short length and a desire for a more inspired soundtrack, particularly given its music-centric theme.
“The music and art style are beautiful and cute, the story too.”
“The music is cute, the visuals are aesthetically pleasing and the puzzle is not hard at all!”
“The music in this game is so calming, love it.”
“But for a game about making music, the soundtrack is very uninspired.”
“The game is short but with pleasing art style and music even though I can't buy the art and music pack.”
“The stones seemed weird and the house also there were records I'd love to see more about it but I love the story and music very short :3”
- emotional45 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its heartwarming and nostalgic storytelling, despite its short length. Players report feeling a deep connection to the characters and narrative, often leading to tears and a sense of calm. The beautiful art and soothing music further enhance the emotional experience, making it a memorable and touching journey for many.
“This is really a heartwarming game. Even though it's short, there's so much to explore from it.”
“The music was so heartwarming; it immediately gave me nostalgia every time it played.”
“I cried at the end of the game. It had this calming and aesthetic vibe, and I also loved the art style.”
- gameplay29 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity, calming mechanics, and beautiful art and music, creating a relaxing experience for players. However, many reviewers express a desire for longer gameplay and more challenging levels, noting that the game is quite short, typically lasting around 30 minutes. Overall, it is considered a charming and enjoyable puzzle game, albeit with room for expansion in terms of content and difficulty.
“Such a cute and relaxing gameplay, although it's challenging because you need to find out the exact instrument to get to the next level. The ending, the plot, and everything was well designed. Thank you for making such a game :)”
“This game is so calming and relaxing, but I think it can become more interesting with more gameplay and story, where maybe you can tell us about the other hill and etc.”
“The music, art, and gameplay are all adorable ( ∩´ ᐜ `∩)♡”
“It's a fast and really cute gameplay, I guess there's more questions than answers.”
“I played the whole game but at last I was confused; I tried every combination possible to make a new sound vibration but nothing was working, so I searched this game's gameplay on YouTube.”
“It would be nice to have a longer gameplay since it was a bit short for my taste.”
- monetization14 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its lack of intrusive ads and in-app purchases, providing a seamless and enjoyable experience. Players appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful art style, despite the game's short length. Overall, the monetization model is seen as a positive aspect, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay.
“No ads, no interruptions for premium, just peaceful music.”
“I don't know if it's just me or I didn't even see one ad in the game, not to mention there were no in-app purchases that would randomly pop up.”
“This is a great little game; controls are easy, no ads, puzzles are enjoyable, and the artwork looks lovely.”
“It's so good and lovely, but there are a lot of ads and it feels like bullying.”
“I don't know if it's just me, but I didn't even see one ad in the game, not to mention there were no in-app purchases that would randomly pop up.”
“Music was good too, and there weren't any ads.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its comforting and calming qualities, enhanced by a cute and beautiful art style. Players find the overall ambiance warm and inviting, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.
“It's a very nice game; it has a cute art style and a warm atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is comforting, and the art style is nice.”
“The art style and atmosphere are calming and beautiful.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, pointless, and unrewarding, expressing a desire for more engaging mechanics, such as farming or clearer sound origins, to enhance the overall experience.
“Tedious, pointless, and unrewarding.”
“I hope to see this game built upon, like farming to live and maybe even actually figure out where and who the sounds come from.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is praised for its appealing design, contributing to an overall positive experience that is enhanced by easy puzzles and calming music.
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game offers a stable experience with no glitches or lags, making it an enjoyable choice for summer holidays.
“Pretty legit, good ocean sounds, no glitches or lags; it's perfect for summer holidays!”
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes, making it a reliable choice for long play sessions.”
“I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; I can focus on enjoying the experience without interruptions.”