Slice of Life

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Slice of Life is a single player arcade role playing game. It was developed by FurGoldGames and was released on November 30, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

What to do when you are alone?

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53%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

emotional1 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features cute graphics and charming animations that enhance the overall experience.
The platforming elements provide a fun challenge, with each level offering different themes and obstacles.
The game has a unique premise and simple achievements that can be enjoyable for players looking for a casual experience.

The controls are often frustrating and inconsistent, making it difficult to navigate and perform actions effectively.
The combat mechanics feel clunky and rely heavily on luck, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
The lack of a tutorial and unclear objectives can lead to confusion, making it hard for players to understand how to progress.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their charming, blocky art style and exceptional animations that bring the deer to life, contributing to an overall cute aesthetic. While the map design is generally well-received, some players find the level limit walls to be out of place. Overall, the visuals are considered beautiful and engaging, enhancing the gaming experience.
- “I really like the art style of this game; I never looked at anything and thought to myself, 'that looks ugly,' with the exception of the level limits. But I want to talk about the positives first.”
- “The art style is akin to a blocky, simplistic, and cute style of expression as opposed to the usual HD textures, and it actually really works. On top of that, the animations for the deer—moving, jumping, idle, eating, and drinking—are all really exceptional. It made them feel like real deer as opposed to just a block you move to the goal.”
- “I now recommend the game for everyone who enjoys beautiful graphics and scenes throughout a game, as well as to those who appreciate a slight challenge with each chapter.”
- “The art style is akin to a blocky, simplistic, and cute style of expression as opposed to the usual HD textures, and it actually really works. However, the animations for the deer moving, jumping, idling, eating, and drinking are all really exceptional, making them feel like real deer rather than just blocks you move to the goal.”
- “I love the premise and the graphics, and I really took an interest in the story, but the game's controls make it so hard to enjoy this game.”
- “The graphics are cute, but they lack the depth and detail that many players expect from modern games.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the calming and context-sensitive soundtrack that complements the ambience, others criticize the overall sound design as a weak point. Repetitive sound effects and a lack of variety in tracks detract from the experience, with players noting the need for more environmental music and diverse audio elements.
- “The music soundtrack goes very well with the ambience.”
- “Calming music and dramatic music that is context-sensitive.”
- “The music is decent and enhances the overall experience.”
- “The definite weak point of the game was the sound design. I'm aware it can be challenging, especially when you don't have access to a lot of resources, but I have to address it and say it felt like it wasn't really that great. There is one damage sound per animal, and it gets repetitive very quickly. There weren't really footstep sounds, the music is decent, but there could have been a few more tracks, and not really much in terms of environmental music.”
- “You can somewhat hear me, but the music and sound effects basically take over my commentary.”
- “Any future videos, I will be checking and revising the game's music prior to going through with the gameplay.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is minimal and primarily revolves around the protagonist's quest to find their parents after a volcanic eruption, which some players found lacking in depth. While it may not offer a rich lore or complex narrative, the character's clear motivation provides a basic framework for the adventure. Despite the simplicity of the story, it does not detract significantly from the overall experience, although gameplay mechanics may hinder enjoyment.
- “I love the premise and the graphics, and really took an interest in the story (I want to know where we go next??) but the game's controls make it so hard to enjoy this game.”
- “However, I will mention it did not ruin the game for me; story is not required for every game as long as there are other elements to back up the lack of a story. At least the main character has an actual motivation other than 'wanting to do the right thing'—he wants to get back to his parents, and that is motivation enough for any character to advance.”
- “The story is quick, and the achievements are simple to get.”
- “I love the premise and the graphics, and I was really interested in the story, but the game's controls make it so hard to enjoy.”
- “It's like the story of Bambi, but the hero dies a lot.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features a variety of challenges across levels, keeping the experience engaging, though some mechanics, like clunky jumps and an invincible wolf, can lead to frustration. Players noted a lack of clear tutorials, which can result in confusion about controls, but there are enjoyable elements, such as unique objectives involving lost animals. Overall, while the game has significant control issues, it also offers appealing artistic elements and moments of fun.
- “This game is actually not that bad; it has some gameplay issues, but on the other hand, it has some good qualities.”
- “I am editing my recordings right now to post on my YouTube channel to showcase the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay can be challenging to grasp at first without a real tutorial, which may lead to some misunderstandings.”
- “The only section I did not like at all was the sky act, where I died the absolute majority of times due to clunky jump mechanics and an invincible wolf that chases you at the beginning of the level. The game doesn't really mention it's invincible, and I spent an hour trying to kill it or get past it before I figured out you could sprint. Looking back, it didn't tell you how to sprint, and I thought the controls shown at the beginning were indicating you could attack in different directions.”
- “Also, there's no real tutorial, which can lead players to incorrectly assimilate the gameplay at the beginning.”
- “Garbage control mechanics, but great art.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the review primarily focuses on gameplay mechanics, it highlights a potential emotional frustration stemming from the lack of a pause button, which can disrupt the player's experience and immersion. This suggests that emotional engagement may be negatively impacted by design choices that hinder player control.