Slice of Life
- November 30, 2017
- FurGoldGames
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Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- 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 simple story that motivates players to progress, and achievements are enjoyable to collect.
- The controls are often frustrating and inconsistent, making it difficult to navigate and perform actions effectively.
- Combat mechanics feel clunky and rely heavily on luck, especially when facing multiple enemies.
- The game lacks a proper tutorial and guidance, leaving players to figure out mechanics and objectives on their own.
- graphics8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their charming, blocky art style and exceptional animations that bring the deer to life, creating an engaging visual experience. While the overall map design is well-executed and thematically diverse, some players find the level limit walls to be an awkward and out-of-place element. Overall, the visuals are considered beautiful and appealing, enhancing the game's cute and enjoyable atmosphere.
“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, idling, 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 that enjoys beautiful graphics and scenes throughout a game, as well as to those that enjoy 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 level limits detract from the overall experience.”
“I love the premise and the graphics, 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 could elevate the overall experience.”
- music8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the soundtrack for complementing the ambience effectively, others criticize the overall sound design as a weak point, noting a lack of variety in sound effects and environmental music. The repetitive damage sounds and limited footstep audio detract from the experience, although the music itself is described as decent with potential for more tracks.
“The music soundtrack goes very well with the ambience.”
“Calming music and dramatic music are context-sensitive.”
“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.”
- story5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
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 the narrative may not be rich or complex, it provides a clear motivation for the character, and despite its simplicity, it does not detract significantly from the overall experience. Players appreciate the premise and graphics, though some find the controls hinder enjoyment of the story.
“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.”
“If you played this game for a rich lore story you will be disappointed, this game doesn't have much of one, it is more akin to a single objective story. However, 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.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
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 there are significant gameplay issues, the game also offers redeeming qualities.
“This game has some gameplay issues, but it also has some good qualities that make it enjoyable.”
“The lack of a real tutorial can lead to players misunderstanding the gameplay at the beginning.”
“I'm currently editing my recordings to post on YouTube and showcase the gameplay.”
“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 that 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 might lead players to incorrectly assimilate the gameplay at the beginning.”
“Garbage control mechanics, but great art.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is overshadowed by frustrations with gameplay mechanics, particularly the absence of a pause button, which detracts from the overall experience. Players express a desire for improvements that would enhance their emotional engagement with the game.
