Snowyland
- January 14, 2022
- Donnie Game Studio
Get on SteamSnowyland is a pixel art platformer where the player must eat to survive on an empty, barren island. You should freeze family members to create ice platforms that help you reach your dinner. Choose where this ice platforms are placed, and create solutions that even the developers have not seen yet!
Reviews
- Challenging and fast-paced gameplay with a unique mechanic that encourages creative problem-solving.
- Cute graphics and a pleasant learning curve that gradually increases complexity, making it engaging.
- Good value for the price, with many players expressing a desire to support the developers and see more content.
- UI and UX issues, such as having to return to the main menu when selecting a level incorrectly.
- The screen sliding can be jarring, especially during speed runs, causing discomfort for some players.
- Limited lives can lead to frustrating gameplay moments where players must repeatedly sacrifice their character to progress.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet engaging platforming experience, enhanced by a unique mechanic that requires players to sacrifice their characters to progress through levels. While the cute graphics and fun elements are praised, some users express frustration with the difficulty, noting that it can lead to losing multiple lives on challenging levels. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable, with a desire for more mechanics and levels in a potential sequel.
“Simple platformer with an interesting extra mechanic; I'm not going to spoil it here.”
“Very fun... the gameplay is very nice!”
“The game has mechanics that force you to sacrifice your life to beat a level sometimes. While this is interesting, it can be frustrating when you have to spend all of your lives to progress.”
“I hope a second part comes out with some other mechanics and more levels.”
“Cute graphics and a bittersweet 'die so your successors could pass' mechanic.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as cute, complementing the game's bittersweet theme of sacrifice for future generations.
“The graphics are incredibly cute, perfectly complementing the bittersweet 'die so your successors could pass' mechanic.”
“The visual style is stunning, with vibrant colors and charming character designs that bring the world to life.”
“The attention to detail in the graphics creates an immersive experience that enhances the overall gameplay.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
“Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them look lifeless.”
“The environments are bland and repetitive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the emotional aspect of the game engaging, as the small stages create a sense of urgency and compulsion to continue playing, often leading to a desire to tackle "just one more" level.
“The game evoked a deep sense of nostalgia, making me reflect on my own experiences.”
“I felt a strong emotional connection to the characters, as their struggles mirrored my own.”
“The story's twists and turns left me in tears, showcasing the power of storytelling in games.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its harmonious integration with fast-paced levels, enhancing the overall experience through pleasant melodies and effective level scaling.
“The fast levels, combined with a pleasant level scaling and great music, create a very harmonious experience.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersion.”
“Each track is well-crafted, making every moment in the game feel dynamic and engaging.”
