Snowman Story

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"Snowman Story" is a single-player adventure game with an intriguing storyline that is sure to tug at your heartstrings. The game boasts fantastic visuals and a splendid soundtrack, creating a immersive winter wonderland. However, be prepared for some emotional moments and potentially annoying ads. Experience a Xmas tale like no other in this heartwarming adventure.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 508 reviews

story132 positive mentions

monetization17 negative mentions

The game features a heartwarming story with emotional depth, touching on themes of life and belonging.
Gorgeous pixel art and calming music enhance the overall experience, making it visually appealing and enjoyable.
Players appreciate the option to progress through the story by watching ads, allowing for a free experience while still enjoying the game.

The game is heavily reliant on dialogue, which can make it feel slow and tedious for players who prefer more action or gameplay.
Many players express frustration with the ad system, feeling forced to watch ads to unlock story elements or pay for ad removal.
Some puzzles are considered too challenging or repetitive, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

story
242 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it heartwarming and emotional, often touching on themes of love, loss, and existentialism. However, some users expressed frustration over story elements being locked behind ads or requiring payment, which detracted from their overall experience. While the narrative is praised for its depth and beautiful presentation, some players felt it was overly lengthy or fragmented, with a desire for a more cohesive storyline.
- “The story was so beautiful, it almost made me cry.”
- “Mere words cannot describe how amazing, heartwarming and touching this story was.”
- “What a heartwarming story, I loved it!”
- “The story is just very boring; the characters all have the same flat personality.”
- “When I got near the end, out of pure loyalty, I was asked to pay for the ending of a story.”
- “Too much story, not enough adventure.”
emotional
98 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its emotional depth, combining heartwarming narratives with themes of loss and existential reflection. Many players report being moved to tears by the touching stories and well-written characters, highlighting the game's ability to evoke strong feelings of nostalgia and connection. Overall, it is described as a beautiful and memorable experience that resonates deeply with players.
- “The story was so beautiful, it almost made me cry.”
- “Mere words cannot describe how amazing, heartwarming, and touching this story was.”
- “Beautiful game, seriously heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time.”
music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
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The music in the game is consistently praised as top-tier, calming, and perfectly fitting the storyline, enhancing the overall emotional experience. Many reviewers highlight its nostalgic quality, comparing it to classic soundtracks like those from "Chrono Trigger." Overall, the combination of music and pixel art contributes significantly to the game's charm, making it a memorable experience for players.
- “The music is fantastic too.”
- “The music fits perfectly and the storyline is just perfect.”
- “Cool music, Chrono Trigger-like soundtracks.”
- “1 star for the music, pixel art, and bear's restaurant cameo.”
- “Lovely pixel art and music, but the game is just so repetitive.”
- “And the music is so calming.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
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12%
The graphics of the game are primarily described as charming and nostalgic, with a strong emphasis on pixel art that resonates well with fans of the genre. While some reviewers noted the graphics as mediocre or repetitive, many appreciated the overall aesthetic and animation quality, highlighting the combination of cute visuals and engaging music. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal, especially for those who enjoy a retro style.
- “Nice nostalgic pixel graphics and the music is relaxing too.”
- “Honestly, this is an amazing game. I love pixelated games and this one was the best. It tells the story of a snowman who goes on a journey to the North Pole but discovers that isn't the place he wanted to go and goes back home. I love the little puzzles you put in here and the graphics too.”
- “I love the pixel art in this game as well. I saw the graphics rated as a 2.7 overall and thought, 'I have to fix this!'”
- “I love the pixel art in this game as well (I saw graphics as a 2.7 overall and thought 'I have to fix this' lol).”
- “Cute story, pure graphics, and easy to move.”
- “Honestly, this is an amazing game, I love pixelated games and this one was the best, it tells you of a snowman who goes on a journey to the north pole but discovers that isn't the place he wanted to go and goes back home and I love the little puzzles you put in here and the graphics too.”
monetization
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Monetization in the game is heavily reliant on ads, which players can either watch to unlock story elements or pay to remove. While some appreciate the option to collect wishes and watch ads instead of spending money, many find the ad requirements invasive and frustrating, often leading to confusion about additional purchases for content. Overall, the balance between free access and monetization strategies has left players divided, with some opting to uninstall due to the ad pressure.
- “While the epilogue alone is a bit pricey, it's coupled with no ads to make it worth purchasing. There are also extras if you pitch in as a sponsor. Even without buying, it's a great game with a good sum of tricky slide puzzles.”
- “Meh, I don't know how to feel. Story elements are locked behind ads which you can skip, but then you have no idea what's going on. I skipped the scene and the creatures were like, 'Did I make the right choice?' Ahhh, okay, sure. You can sit through the ads or pay to remove them, but I'll be uninstalling.”
- “The story is really good, but they push you to either watch ads or pay. If not, you won't understand the story and are forced to answer their questions without context.”
- “Good game, good story, but ads are needed to watch and understand the story.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for being heavily reliant on dialogue and cutscenes, with minimal interactive elements, primarily featuring a repetitive ice puzzle mechanic. While the graphics are praised, the overall gameplay experience is considered basic and shorter than expected, lasting around 3-4 hours.
- “Very nice graphics and gameplay.”
- “Not what I thought from the game description; the story is a bit dark, and gameplay is a bit basic.”
- “A good 3-4 hours of gameplay.”
- “It's 90% dialogue and cutscenes with one ice puzzle mechanic that repeats over and over with a marginal increase in difficulty.”
- “Not what I expected from the game description; the story is a bit dark, and the gameplay is quite basic.”
- “Low on gameplay.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the humor in the game, finding it enjoyable and amusing, particularly in relation to its pixel graphics. However, some note that the pacing can be slow, which may affect the overall comedic timing.
- “Very nice game and funny but very slow 😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄 😙😙😙😙 I like it.”
- “I'm a sucker for pixel graphics and I found some parts of the game funny.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game exhibits excellent stability, with no glitches or lag issues noted.
- “No glitches or lags.”
- “No glitches or lags.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively boring and tedious, leading to a frustrating experience.
- “Very boring and tedious.”
- “Too tedious.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The optimization of the game is highly praised, with users consistently noting that the user interface operates smoothly.
- “The UI runs smoothly!”
- “The UI runs smoothly!”
- “The UI runs smoothly!”