Ridge
- June 29, 2016
- Yakovlev Vladislav
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PC
Windows
Reviews
- The graphics are visually appealing and create a beautiful environment.
- The game has an intriguing concept that may appeal to players looking for a chill experience.
- Some players found the game to be a source of comfort and joy during difficult times.
- The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to low frame rates and potential motion sickness.
- There is a lack of clear objectives and guidance, leaving players confused about what to do.
- Many players feel the game is overpriced and lacks meaningful content, describing it as a 'walking simulator' without a plot.
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally considered good, but they can lead to motion sickness due to issues like leaning strafing and an unwanted depth of field effect. While some players appreciate the visual appeal, others feel the graphics are overemphasized at the expense of gameplay and plot, with one reviewer suggesting that the game could benefit from more customizable graphics settings. Overall, the visuals are a mixed bag, with potential for improvement.
“Sometimes I just feel like chilling out, wandering around, looking at some beautiful graphics and solving the occasional puzzle.”
“Some of my 92 minutes were spent messing about with the graphics settings, as this game does seem to hammer the GPU heavily.”
“Some of my 92 minutes were spent messing about with the graphics settings, as this game does seem to heavily tax the GPU.”
“This walking simulator, like others, tries to rely heavily on its graphics, and while that's fine in general, this game seems to overdo it.”
“Simply put, this game looked okay, but it had no plot, overdid the graphics, and the sound and gameplay were both a mess.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for lacking depth and engagement, particularly for a walking simulator, which typically emphasizes narrative. However, there is a reflective moral about perseverance and the unpredictability of life that resonates with some players.
“Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“Not story driven whatsoever.”
“That's why walking simulators are supposed to be plot-heavy.”
“The moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional response to the game is largely negative, with players expressing feelings of discomfort and frustration due to motion sickness caused by the game's mechanics and visual effects. Users are hopeful for future updates that could improve their experience, indicating a willingness to re-engage with the game if adjustments are made.
- gameplay1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being chaotic and poorly executed, lacking a coherent plot and suffering from excessive graphical embellishments that detract from the overall experience.
“Simply put, this game looked okay, but it had no plot, overdid the graphics, and the sound and gameplay were both a mess.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its calming and soothing qualities, providing a relaxing experience that can help players feel at ease.
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
