Rinlo

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Rinlo is a single player casual action adventure game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by GuraShop and was released on October 7, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Rinlo is a VR third-person puzzle adventure game where you guide Agatha in her quest to uncover the truth behind her hometown. Solve complex puzzles using full object manipulation, and explore stunning, diorama-like environments that bring this steam-powered city to life. Dive into Agatha's story as you uncover the mysterious fate of this once-thriving city."

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Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful environments and good graphics that enhance the overall experience.
The voice acting and story are engaging, contributing to an immersive atmosphere.
The mix of third-person and first-person puzzles adds variety to the gameplay.

The controls are clumsy and frustrating, particularly during platforming and stealth sections.
Many puzzles are generic and lack creativity, leading to a tedious gameplay experience.
The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it does not offer enough content for the price.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-integrated with the game's atmosphere, while others criticize it as lackluster and abruptly ending just as it gains momentum. Many appreciate the voice acting and the interesting puzzles, though some feel the puzzles detract from the narrative flow. Overall, the story is seen as a highlight for some, but a disappointment for others, leaving players eager for future developments.
- “The graphics, the music, the dialogue, the details on each room, the story, the dynamics of player intervention, the challenges, the puzzles, awwwww, I like everything about this game!”
- “The perspective of Rinlo is somewhat like playing inside of a dollhouse in certain areas, with a good story, and some interesting puzzles to solve.”
- “If you can look past all that, there is a very beautiful game to enjoy with a nice little story overall.”
- “The story seems pretty lackluster.”
- “If there is one thing that slightly breaks the rhythm here it is the puzzles - I would prefer to have more interaction in the game itself, instead of having to solve puzzles that aren't really related to the actual story.”
- “The first time this item is used in the story is absolutely useless; I just crouched and got by undetected.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Rinlo is criticized for being tedious and generic, particularly due to its frustrating stealth mechanics and uninspired puzzles, which detract from the otherwise appealing visual experience. While some players find the gameplay solid, the overwhelming sentiment is that it fails to match the game's aesthetic quality.
- “Rinlo has no shadow, so the only mechanic for sneaking is staying outside of vision cones and throwing grenades to distract enemies.”
- “Yes, I do wish the gameplay had been better to match just how lovely the world is here.”
- “I have little to say about the gameplay since I have experienced little of it, but so far it seems solid enough.”
- “Rinlo is a good looking VR adventure dragged down by tedious gameplay.”
- “But the worst part of the gameplay is those stealth sections.”
- “Those stealth sections are like an awful sneak mission in a non-stealth focused game, except that here they take about 1/4 of the whole gameplay.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the good quality visuals, character models, and unique art style, others find them subpar compared to titles like Moss. Overall, the game is noted for its appealing aesthetics and attention to detail, though some players feel the graphics do not fully meet their expectations.
- “Good quality third person VR adventure platformer with some good music, visuals, character models, and voice acting.”
- “The graphics, the music, the dialogue, the details in each room, the story, the dynamics of player intervention, the challenges, the puzzles—aww, I like everything about this game!”
- “Main character is moving extremely slow, graphics are subpar, puzzles are boring.”
- “Visuals are not on the same level as Moss, but still look pretty nice.”
- “The beauty of this game reminded me of Moss, although with a completely different type of art style.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its captivating scenery, mood, and effective voice acting, complemented by a strong musical score that enhances the overall experience. However, some players find the controls to be frustrating, which detracts from the immersive atmosphere.
- “After playing Moss, I was hooked on finding another third-person game with great scenery, moods, voice acting, and atmosphere.”
- “There is great music to set the scene and atmosphere, from quest music to inspiring moments.”
- “The atmosphere is very good, enhancing the overall experience of the game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to enhance the atmosphere, with players noting that it effectively complements various scenes, from quest moments to inspiring sequences. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the immersive experience of the adventure platformer.
- “The graphics, the music, the dialogue, the details on each room, the story, the dynamics of player intervention, the challenges, the puzzles—aww, I like everything about this game!”
- “There is great music to set the scene and atmosphere, from quest music to inspiring moments.”
- “Good quality third-person VR adventure platformer with some good music, visuals, character models, and voice acting.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find that Rinlo, despite its appealing visuals, suffers from tedious gameplay characterized by slow pacing and uninspired level design, making the grinding experience feel burdensome.
- “Rinlo is a good-looking VR adventure dragged down by tedious gameplay.”
- “The level design is tedious and the pacing is very slow.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, while the game's visuals may not match the quality of the trailers, it generally runs smoothly at around 120fps, despite some occasional frame drops. Users report no significant performance issues, particularly on high-end hardware like the 2080ti.
- “No performance issues, not that I expected any.”
- “The game runs smoothly and pretty solid around 120fps.”