SDIES

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SDIES is a single player action game. It was developed by Goodcat Games and was released on May 15, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

SDIES is an interactive animation that explores the duality of black-and-white thinking and contrasting emotional extremes. This visual metaphor, and the evolving gameplay which embodies themes of self-transformation and finding balance, offers a short yet impactful journey in a visually, aurally, and emotionally polarized world. Tactile point & click gameplay Monochromatic animation art st…

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Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

music10 positive mentions

The game offers a unique and artistic experience with beautiful music and visuals, creating a calming atmosphere.
It's a short but engaging puzzle game that encourages players to reflect on perspectives and the nuances of life.
The minimalist design and intuitive controls make it accessible and enjoyable for a wide audience.

The game is extremely short, with playtime averaging around 10-15 minutes, which may leave some players wanting more.
Some players may find the lack of traditional narrative and context confusing or unsatisfying.
The minimalist art style and gameplay may not appeal to everyone, particularly those looking for more depth or complexity.

music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and beautiful qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and experience. Reviewers highlight the smooth, jazz-inspired soundtrack and its effective integration with the game's visuals and puzzles, making it a standout feature. Many express a desire to listen to the music outside of the game, indicating its memorable and impactful nature.
- “Its a calming very short game that has a lovely art style and absolutely amazing music.”
- “Give us the OST please.”
- “The adaptive soundtrack works really well; it definitely adds a lot to the game.”
- “Sounds and jazz music add a lot to the atmosphere.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are polarizing, with some players praising its unique monochromatic art style and calming atmosphere, while others criticize it as lackluster and overly simplistic. Overall, the visuals are described as beautiful and aesthetically pleasing, complementing the game's music and puzzle elements, though opinions vary on their depth and execution.
- “Really nice, short puzzle game with beautiful music and cool visuals.”
- “Unique art style and very impressive audio work.”
- “sdies is an extraordinarily bad 'more art than game' entry from a Starbucks employee after the local art galleries took out restraining orders... basically a 10-minute long puzzle game with an eye-harmingly mediocre monochrome art style with a bit of hand-drawn stuff in biro or whatever.”
- “This game features very lackluster minimalist 'art' for graphics instead of anything remotely contemporary.”
- “I appreciate games like these as they tend to have such nice atmospheres, and this game is no exception - especially with this sublime monochromatic art style that this game uses.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its intuitive design and enjoyable trial-and-error puzzle mechanics, offering a minimal yet satisfying experience for players.
- “Very intuitive gameplay overall.”
- “Fun trial-and-error puzzle mechanics.”
- “Gameplay is minimal but satisfying as well.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimalist and heartfelt, complemented by good music, but lacks traditional narrative structure, leaving much open to player interpretation. The final scene's thematic purpose may be unclear, suggesting that the creators intended for players to derive their own meanings.
- “Just a minimalist little heartfelt story with good music.”
- “The thematic purpose of the final scene with the spiral animations was totally lost on me, but because of the lack of context and traditional storytelling anywhere else in the game, it seems clear that player interpretation was something the creators were going for.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its sublime monochromatic art style, which creates a captivating visual experience. Additionally, the incorporation of sounds and jazz music significantly enhances the overall ambiance, contributing to a rich and immersive environment.
- “I appreciate games like these as they tend to have such nice atmospheres, and this game is no exception - especially with the sublime monochromatic art style that it uses.”
- “The sounds and jazz music add a lot to the atmosphere.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its minimalist yet heartfelt storytelling, complemented by a strong musical score that enhances the overall experience.
- “Just a minimalist little heartfelt story with good music.”