Get on Steam"Sayo" is a serene walking simulator game set in a snow-covered town, with gameplay centered around exploration and climbing. The story follows Sayo, who becomes separated from her dog and finds herself in an unfamiliar place. With two possible endings and an autosave feature, players can fully immerse themselves in this atmospheric, memory-themed experience. Visit the store page at for more information.
Reviews
- The game features a beautiful and tranquil atmosphere, enhanced by a lovely soundtrack that complements the snowy environment.
- The art style is dream-like and visually appealing, creating a sense of familiarity and peace for players.
- It offers a unique experience for those who enjoy exploration and reflection, allowing players to immerse themselves in the character's journey.
- The game suffers from repetitive environments, with most of the map consisting of similar house assets, making navigation tedious and confusing.
- Many players find the lack of direction and minimal interaction dull, leading to long periods of wandering without meaningful discoveries.
- The storytelling is criticized for being generic and unengaging, with few interesting findings that fail to provide depth or lore.
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as tranquil and lovely, enhanced by fitting music and art that resonate with the emotional context. However, some reviewers feel it falls short, labeling it as dull or a missed opportunity for deeper engagement. Overall, while the atmosphere has its strengths, it is perceived as inconsistent in its impact.
“The atmosphere is tranquil, lonely, and lovely.”
“I love the art, music, and atmosphere of Sayo, and although I could see the story context, it still hit me hard.”
“The atmosphere can be okay, but it was a waste; the game had the opportunity to excel but took the lazy route.”
“I love the art, music, and atmosphere of the game, and although I could see the story context, it still hit me hard.”
“The music perfectly matches each step of your way and enhances the game's overall atmosphere.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as simple yet beautiful, perfectly complementing the atmosphere and enhancing the emotional impact of the story. While the visuals may lack variety, the soundtrack significantly contributes to the overall experience, making it a standout aspect of the game.
“It's just you, the snow, countless near-identical buildings, and a simple but beautiful soundtrack as you try to discover Sayo's scattered memories and help her find her way back home.”
“I love the art, music, and atmosphere of Sayo, and although I could see the story context, it still hit me hard.”
“The music perfectly matches each step of your way and enhances the game's overall atmosphere.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a dream-like, low-poly aesthetic that evokes a sense of familiarity and cuteness, complemented by a pleasant soundtrack. However, some players noted that the environments can feel repetitive, detracting from the overall visual experience.
“The graphical style was dream-like and made me feel a sense of familiarity.”
“It's a very cute game with poly aesthetics and a nice background music.”
“On a positive note, I really enjoyed the dreamy aesthetic and retro vibe that this game has, and the low poly character model was fairly cute.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the emotional impact of the narrative and the overall atmosphere, others criticize it for lacking depth and coherence, with findings that feel generic and disconnected from a larger lore.
“I love the art, music, and atmosphere of Sayo, and although I could see the story context, it still hit me hard.”
“Each finding is not only hard to locate, but they don't tell any story or lore; just a few generic lines of memories.”
“I love the art, music, and atmosphere of the game, and although I could see the story context, it still fell flat for me.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's dream-like graphical style evokes a strong sense of familiarity, enhancing the emotional experience for players.
“The graphical style was dream-like and made me feel a sense of familiarity.”
“The story resonated with me on a personal level, evoking deep emotions that lingered long after I finished playing.”
“The characters' struggles and triumphs felt incredibly real, making me empathize with their journeys.”
