Saucer-Like

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Saucer-Like is a single player action game. It was developed by Fosfatina Ediciones and was released on April 5, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Saucer-Like is a single-player adventure game, where you play as Yanagi, a member of a silent guardian clan facing a momentous ritual.With old-school point-and-click gameplay, 40+ hand-drawn backgrounds and an intriguing animist fable story, Saucer-Like offers a unique, immersive experience in a surrealistic world. The game explores the role of the individual in society and promises an enthralling journey for players who enjoy atmospheric, thought-provoking narratives.

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

story6 positive mentions

The game features stunning hand-drawn artwork and a unique art style that enhances the overall experience.
It offers a thought-provoking story with spiritual themes and multiple endings, making it engaging for players who enjoy narrative-driven games.
The atmosphere is beautifully complemented by a relaxing soundtrack, creating a calming and immersive experience.

The game is very short and can be completed in about an hour, which may leave some players wanting more content.
There are significant issues with the English translation, including spelling mistakes and grammatical errors that can lead to confusion.
The pacing is slow, with no option to run or skip cutscenes, which can make the gameplay feel tedious at times.

story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is characterized by its beautiful art and serene, spiritual themes, offering a tranquil narrative experience rather than action-packed gameplay. While some players find the storytelling thought-provoking and engaging, others feel it lacks depth and can be overly simplistic. Overall, the story is appreciated for its uniqueness and emotional resonance, despite its brevity and ease.
- “Beautiful art style, story, and music.”
- “Interesting story with tranquil, serene storytelling; if you can enjoy spiritual themes, this is the game for you.”
- “An amazing story with great art and music.”
- “The elements in the story of the game are not new, but as the developer says in their description of the game, it's more than a video game.”
- “The game contains only storytelling and one small minigame, which is very easy to pass.”
- “The story didn't engage me because it is very spiritual and vague.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their unique and beautiful hand-drawn art style, which enhances the overall atmosphere and emotional tone. Fully animated cutscenes contribute to the artistic experience, making it particularly appealing to fans of anime and similar art styles. While the visuals are highly regarded, some players feel that the gameplay does not match the quality of the graphics.
- “Absolutely beautiful painted artwork.”
- “Gorgeous looking hand-drawn background artwork.”
- “I'll give a thumbs up for the general atmosphere and artwork, but as a video game, this is not very enjoyable.”
- “My final feeling about the game is positive; the artwork and feelings conveyed are what sticks with me.”
- “It has a very unique art style which also carries over into the cutscenes, which are actually fully animated and not rendered in-game.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is frequently praised for its beautiful and atmospheric qualities, contributing to a relaxing and immersive experience. While some find the soundtrack agreeable and soothing, others note that it complements the game's somber and depressing themes. Overall, the combination of music and art enhances the storytelling and atmosphere, making it a standout feature for many players.
- “Beautiful arty style, story, and music.”
- “In my opinion, the strong part of the game is the atmosphere which has been implemented perfectly throughout the graphics and the music.”
- “An amazing story with great art and music.”
- “The soundtrack is somber and doesn't quite fit the game's overall tone.”
- “In my opinion, the strong part of the game is the atmosphere, which has been implemented perfectly throughout the graphics and the music.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its beautiful art and somber tone, effectively enhancing the storytelling experience. Many reviewers highlight the strong integration of graphics and music, creating a captivating and immersive environment, although some note that the gameplay may not be as enjoyable. Overall, the atmosphere stands out as a key strength of the game.
- “Very beautiful art and atmosphere, interesting and thought-provoking story.”
- “+ nice somber atmosphere”
- “In my opinion, the strong part of the game is the atmosphere which has been implemented perfectly throughout the graphics and the music.”
- “I'll give thumbs up for general atmosphere and artwork, but as a video game, this is not very enjoyable.”
- “Saucer-like is a short point-and-click adventure with a strong atmosphere.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is straightforward and lasts approximately 1.7 hours, but it is not the primary reason players engage with the game.
- “This is a quick 1.7-hour experience with pretty simple gameplay, but that's not why you buy this.”
- “The gameplay is engaging and keeps you on your toes throughout the entire experience.”
- “I love how the gameplay mechanics are intuitive yet offer depth for those who want to master them.”
- “This is a quick 1.7-hour experience with pretty simple gameplay; that is not why you buy this.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the controls to be unresponsive at times, which really detracted from the overall experience.”