Reverie
- October 3, 2017
- Chronicle Games
Get on Steam"Reverie" is a serene single-player action game with stunning visuals, presenting an interactive dreamlike world through the perspective of a sentient pillowcase. Players click on objects and press Z to zoom, altering the dreamscape through interaction chains and unlocking more dreamscapes by opening portals. It's a meditative experience best suited for background exploration, with little emphasis on sense-making.
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Reviews
- Reverie features gorgeous graphics and a distinctive color palette that create a relaxing and visually appealing experience.
- The game offers a satisfying exploration of puzzles that encourages players to think creatively and discover solutions on their own.
- With a short playtime of about an hour, Reverie is perfect for those looking for a chill, art-driven experience without the pressure of deep challenges.
- The lack of a tutorial or clear instructions can make the game feel unintuitive, leaving players to figure things out through trial and error.
- Some players may find the game too short and lacking in depth, as it can be completed quickly without much replayability.
- The absence of music and reliance on ambient sounds may disappoint those expecting a more traditional gaming experience.
- graphics5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and surreal art style, featuring a distinctive and vibrant color palette that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the gorgeous visuals and relaxing atmosphere, making it a standout aspect of the game.
“With cute puzzles and gorgeous graphics in a distinctive color palette, you will enjoy your time as you explore five levels.”
“Brilliant art style.”
“The art style is very pretty, very surreal, very colorful, and very well suited for what this game is.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is primarily ambient, contributing to a relaxing and dreamlike atmosphere that complements its cute art style. However, some users noted the absence of music in certain areas, which may affect the overall experience for those seeking a more dynamic auditory backdrop.
“Music is very relaxing; the art style is cute, so if you are looking for a fun puzzle game, check it out.”
“Music is mostly ambient, which helped in creating a dream-like atmosphere.”
“No music whatsoever.”
“Music is mostly ambient which helped in creating a dream-like atmosphere.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is limited to about an hour, but it is enjoyable and provides a relaxing experience for players.
“There's just an hour of gameplay, but what is there is good and relaxing.”
- stability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game demonstrates excellent stability, running smoothly on older hardware without any glitches, stutters, or crashes reported by users.
“Ran smoothly on my 5+ year old toaster desktop, no glitches or stutters, no hitches or crashes.”
“The game maintained a consistent frame rate throughout, making for a seamless experience.”
“I experienced zero crashes during my entire playthrough, which is a rarity in many games.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
While some players feel the game lacks replayability beyond achieving completionist goals, others find it a comforting experience that they would return to for relaxation and escapism.
“And although some may see no replayability here (other than idling to get the last achievement), I honestly think this will be something I will come back to when I just need to stop the world, breathe, and dream a bit.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its ambient music, which effectively contributes to a dreamlike quality, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
“The music is mostly ambient, which helps create a dreamlike atmosphere.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world.”
“The combination of visuals and sound design creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
