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Shio

I had a handful of small, niggling issues with Shio that by the end I was willing to overlook in the face of a game so expertly crafted that it shouldn’t be missed. I just wish there was more of it.
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65%Game Brain Score
graphics, music
gameplay, story
69% User Score Based on 52 reviews
Critic Score 62%Based on 12 reviews

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Shio is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Coconut Island Studio and was released on May 4, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

“Shio” is a challenging platformer game in which you deep and moving story by jumping from lantern to lantern. If you are big fan of Super Meat Boy, you will like Shio as well!

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69%
Audience ScoreBased on 52 reviews
graphics7 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful visuals and a calming soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.
  • It offers a decent level of challenge that keeps players engaged without being overly frustrating.
  • The level design is generally well-crafted, with interesting mechanics and a good flow to the gameplay.
  • The game suffers from a lack of polish in physics and controls, making some mechanics feel inconsistent and frustrating.
  • The translation quality is poor, leading to confusion and a lack of clarity in the story.
  • There are significant technical issues, such as no V-Sync support and occasional bugs that can disrupt gameplay.
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are praised for their incredible art style, smooth animations, and soothing visuals, creating a serene atmosphere that enhances gameplay. However, some users note technical issues, such as excessive frame rates that can waste energy, and a lack of polish compared to other titles. Overall, while the visuals are appealing, they are somewhat overshadowed by control issues and performance concerns.

    • “It has an incredible art style, animations, and level layout that offer challenge and serenity.”
    • “It has very nice visuals, and I like the overall tone of the game.”
    • “[sublimely challenging, simple but attractive art style, moody and atmospheric].”
    • “If you don't lock your FPS in the settings of your graphics card, this game takes every frame it gets and runs with like 800 FPS on modern hardware, which is kind of stupid and just a waste of energy.”
    • “I really wanted to like the game based on the visuals and music, but the controls are just too awful.”
    • “Although it lacks the level of polish of something like Celeste, if you’ve already conquered that mountain (or – sacrilege! – you’re not a fan of its pixel aesthetic), this is a tightly crafted, technical platformer in a similar mold that’s well worth a look.”
  • gameplay
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the platformer is visually appealing with smart level design and a soothing atmosphere, but it suffers from a lack of polish in physics and mechanics, such as jumping and movement options. While the overall flow and interesting mechanics help carry the experience, players may find the gameplay both fun and frustrating at times. The soundtrack complements the gameplay, but the story and music do not significantly enhance the experience.

    • “Though the story and music of the game didn't stand out at all, the level design, game mechanics, and overall flow of the game really carries Shio.”
    • “[calm soundtrack, fun yet frustrating gameplay, soothing visuals]”
    • “[smart level design, lots of checkpoints, story works with the gameplay, gorgeous atmosphere]”
    • “This is one of those Chinese platformers, which looks quite nice, has an okay level design, some interesting mechanics, but totally lacks any polish in regards to physics.”
    • “No small jump, no slow or fast jump mechanics, no regrabs.”
    • “No run or ducking mechanics.”
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is generally viewed as weak and confusing, with many players feeling it lacks depth and coherence, often overshadowed by the game's level design and mechanics. While some appreciate the attempt at a narrative that adds depth, others find it disconnected from the gameplay, leading to a mixed reception overall. Despite its shortcomings, the story does have moments that resonate, but it often feels overshadowed by the game's challenging platforming elements.

    • “Shio is a decently challenging platformer with beautiful backgrounds and a moving story that you can unravel, which gives it a unique level of depth.”
    • “[tight, precise platforming, well-designed and inventive levels, an interesting story].”
    • “Nobody cares about your garbage story.”
    • “Yet, the foggy storyline feels distanced from its rapid-fire level design, which can make the attempts at a meditative atmosphere feel forced and alienating.”
    • “[story is confused and impenetrable, difficulty sometimes isn't by design]”
  • music
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as beautiful and calming, complementing the visuals effectively. However, it does not stand out significantly in relation to the overall experience, with some players noting that while the soundtrack is enjoyable, it is overshadowed by gameplay frustrations and other design elements.

    • “Beautiful music.”
    • “Calm soundtrack, fun yet frustrating gameplay, soothing visuals.”
    • “Challenging, music + imagery.”
    • “Though the story and music of the game didn't stand out at all, the level design, game mechanics, and overall flow of the game really carries it.”
    • “I really wanted to like the game based on the visuals and music, but the controls are just too awful.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a gorgeous and moody aesthetic, complemented by a simple yet attractive art style. However, some players find that the foggy storyline can clash with the rapid level design, making the intended meditative experience feel forced and alienating at times. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for its beauty and challenge, though it may not resonate with everyone.

    • “The story works with the gameplay, creating a gorgeous atmosphere.”
    • “The art style is simple but attractive, contributing to a moody and atmospheric experience.”
    • “The level design is smart, with lots of checkpoints, enhancing the overall atmosphere.”
    • “The foggy storyline feels distanced from its rapid-fire level design, which can make the attempts at a meditative atmosphere feel forced and alienating.”
    • “The game lacks a cohesive atmosphere, making it hard to immerse myself in the world.”
    • “Despite the beautiful graphics, the overall ambiance feels hollow and uninspired.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users have reported issues with hit detection, particularly noting that it appears to be buggy when interacting with lanterns. This inconsistency may affect overall gameplay experience.

    • “Hit detection on the lanterns seems a bit buggy too.”
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Shio is a platformer game.

Shio is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, PlayStation 4 and others.

Shio was released on May 4, 2017.

Shio was developed by Coconut Island Studio.

Shio has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Shio is a single player game.

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