River Tails: Stronger Together
- December 14, 2023
- Kid Onion Studio
Get on Steam"River Tails: Stronger Together" is a co-op adventure game where players work together to navigate a river and restore the Fish-Bear Kingdom. Control a brave fish and a wise bear, using their unique abilities to solve puzzles and battle enemies. With charming visuals and engaging gameplay, it's a fun and engaging experience for players of all ages.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming art style and delightful character designs that create an engaging atmosphere.
- It offers a fun and challenging cooperative gameplay experience that requires teamwork and communication.
- The game has a variety of levels and mechanics that keep the gameplay interesting, with clever puzzles and enjoyable boss fights.
- The gameplay can become repetitive and some levels are frustrating due to clunky controls and camera issues.
- Certain parts of the game are overly punishing, making it difficult for casual players or younger audiences.
- There are several bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience, including issues with audio and character respawning.
- gameplay17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay of this indie game features a unique co-op mechanic that emphasizes teamwork and communication, offering a mix of challenging platforming and clever boss fights. While some players find the mechanics enjoyable and the art style charming, others criticize the gameplay for being clunky and unpolished, with certain levels becoming frustrating due to inconsistent controls. Overall, the game provides a blend of fun and stress, with a variety of mechanics that can keep players engaged, despite some issues with execution.
“This is a cute indie game with a fresh co-op mechanic that's tied directly with the theme and tone of the game.”
“Secrets, real cooperative gameplay, challenging platforming, clever boss fights...and it's freaking huge!”
“This cooperative game is a perfect example of teamwork and communication, with easy-to-learn mechanics and satisfying challenges.”
“Unfortunately, the gameplay is clunky and unpolished.”
“The novel co-op mechanic lost its novelty about an hour in, and then there's just nothing here that makes me want to play.”
“Some boss levels (and normal levels) can get frustrating because of the camera and jumping mechanics/inconsistency.”
- story9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and heartwarming, while others describe it as minimal or confusing. Notably, the entertaining cut-scenes are praised for their animated movie quality, and there is anticipation for the full storyline as the game is still in alpha. Overall, the narrative seems to vary in depth and complexity, appealing to different tastes among players.
“Overall, I have nothing bad to say about this game. It was great and fun to play, and the story was also very interesting.”
“Such a cute little story that really warms your heart about an unheard-of friendship.”
“The game features very entertaining cut-scenes that narrate the story; it feels like watching an animated movie, which is very impressive considering that Kid Onion Studios is an indie studio!”
“The game's plot is complex and confusing, with twists and turns that will leave you scratching your head.”
“The storyline is not complete at the moment; at EGX, I played a level with canyons and turtles which is not present in this release.”
“The game is in alpha, so expect some minor bugs along the way. I can't wait for it to be completed and see the full story!”
- graphics9 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming, cartoony art style and vibrant colors, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals and attention to detail, noting that the graphics contribute to the game's engaging and lively atmosphere without being overwhelming.
“The graphics and art style are simply breathtaking, and every aspect of the game world has been crafted with incredible attention to detail.”
“One of the highlights is definitely the truly delightful graphics.”
“One of the first things you'll notice about River Tails: Stronger Together is the game's graphics.”
“The visuals are not overdone and yet feel alive.”
“Despite the bright and colorful aesthetic, it's a challenging platformer that never got boring.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
"River Tails: Stronger Together" is celebrated for its unique and absurd humor, featuring a cast of quirky characters and hilarious dialogue that keeps players entertained. The game's offbeat charm is highlighted by interactions with bizarre creatures, making it a consistently funny experience despite its strange setting. Overall, the humor is a standout aspect, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
“From the very first moment you start playing, you'll be transported to a world that's both strange and bizarre, with characters that are equal parts funny and weird.”
“The game's characters are full of quirks and oddities that will have you laughing out loud, and the game's dialogue is some of the most hilarious and absurd that you'll ever hear in a video game.”
“Whether you're talking to a talking fish or a giant bug, you're sure to be entertained by the game's offbeat humor.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game features fun sound effects and an enchanting cinematic soundtrack that complements the atmosphere well, though it is noted to be somewhat rough around the edges. While the overall audio experience is effective, it lacks standout elements and shows potential for improvement as the game is still in early access.
“The cinematic soundtrack is equally enchanting and fits the atmosphere of the game perfectly.”
“Fun sound effects and music add to the overall experience.”
“The cinematic soundtrack is equally enchanting and fits the atmosphere of the game perfectly, but the audio is still a bit rough and has room for improvement, especially considering it's early access.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during longer play sessions.”
“While the sound effects are decent, the background music often feels out of place and doesn't enhance the overall experience.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly even on low-end PCs, and providing a seamless experience during remote play sessions.
“Runs smoothly even on my potato PC.”
“It's really well optimized, and there were no issues playing over remote play together, which is how my friend and I played.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect, particularly in the jumping level involving the waterfall, to be tedious and frustrating, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
“The jumping level in the snow (upwards the waterfall) was just tedious and super frustrating.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
While the game is praised for its overall quality, many users report significant stability issues, including frequent glitches such as problematic camera angles and players falling out of bounds. These issues detract from the overall experience and require urgent attention.
“The game is great, but in its current state, it has a ton of glitches that need to be fixed, such as certain camera angles glitching out or players falling out of bounds way too easily.”
“I love the concept, but the frequent crashes and bugs make it nearly unplayable at times.”
“There are so many stability issues; I often experience frame drops and unexpected freezes during gameplay.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability due to the distinct experiences offered by its two characters, encouraging players to switch roles after the initial playthrough for a fresh perspective.
“Lastly, the replay value is incredible because the two characters play through completely different levels, so switching seats after the first playthrough is a must, in my opinion.”
“The game offers so many different choices and paths that each playthrough feels unique, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
“With multiple endings and character builds, I find myself constantly discovering new strategies and experiences, which keeps the game fresh and exciting.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development is highly praised for its exceptional designs and animation, contributing to a visually appealing and engaging experience.
“I adore the character designs and animation so much.”
“The character development is incredibly deep, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, with their backstories adding layers to their personalities.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by an enchanting cinematic soundtrack that complements the overall experience, though some users note that the audio quality is still rough and has room for improvement, especially considering its early access status.
“The cinematic soundtrack is equally enchanting and fits the atmosphere of the game perfectly.”
