- May 26, 2017
- QLOC
- 6h median play time
RiME
RiME is the rare game that balances its spectacle and whimsy with a dose of quiet humanity.
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About
RiME is a single-player puzzle adventure game set on a beautiful, rugged island. As a young boy, you'll explore ancient ruins, solve puzzles using light, sound, and perspective, and interact with wildlife. Uncover the island's secrets and the boy's backstory by discovering hidden items and collectibles, all set against a Mediterranean-inspired backdrop.











- Incredible visuals and art style that create a captivating atmosphere.
- Emotional storytelling that resonates deeply, especially towards the end.
- Beautiful soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Gameplay can feel slow and tedious, with some frustrating controls.
- Puzzles are often too easy and lack challenge, leading to a sense of boredom.
- Poor optimization on PC, resulting in frame drops and performance issues.
story
1,511 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story of *Rime* is a poignant exploration of grief and loss, conveyed through stunning visuals and environmental storytelling rather than dialogue. Players uncover the narrative gradually, piecing together its emotional depth through collectibles and subtle hints, culminating in a powerful and often heartbreaking conclusion. While some find the story's abstract nature and pacing challenging, many appreciate its artistic approach and the emotional resonance it evokes by the end.
“Rime is a beautifully crafted world, incredible soundtrack, and a story (told with visuals only) that will put your heart into a chokehold.”
“The story is touching, well told even if there's no dialogue at all.”
“The story will take you on an emotional roller coaster without using any dialogue and will be one to remember.”
“If you have any doubt, go and play, you'll have a lot of keys to find and a lot of plot holes to fill.”
“For the most part, Rime's story is hardly present, with brief glimpses of something more happening behind the curtain.”
“The story, when it's revealed later on, is a bit muddled and the game never really turns into something special, but it is well worth a playthrough.”
Rime review
Rime is a middling puzzle platformer with some genuine narrative depth, but the latter doesn't quite justify the former.
62%RiME Review
I haven't played anything like this since Journey. It is a stunning game to explore and exist in, and the story is going to move a lot of people.
90%‘Rime’ review
“‘Rime’ doesn’t always perfectly combine gameplay with the intended emotional journey, but it succeeds more than it fails.”
70%