Solas and the White Winter

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Solas and the White Winter is a single player action game. It was developed by Savepoint Studios and was released on April 13, 2018. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Solas and the White Winter" is a single-player adventure game with stunning graphics and a good soundtrack. The player must guide Solas through a treacherous winter landscape, solving puzzles and uncovering a rich, dark story of her family's past. With its atmospheric gameplay and personal themes of solitude and longing, this game is sure to immerse players in a memorable experience. The game currently has updates for Mac and Linux versions coming soon.

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Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

story6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and a captivating atmosphere, enhanced by fitting music and sound effects.
Puzzles are well-designed, offering a balanced challenge that encourages thoughtful engagement without being overly difficult.
The game provides a unique storytelling method through non-verbal cues and exploration, creating a peaceful and immersive experience.

Some players found the pacing slow and frustrating, particularly when navigating between puzzle areas.
The story lacks depth and continuity, with missed opportunities for more engaging narrative elements throughout gameplay.
Certain puzzles were criticized for being too easy, and there were calls for more variety in puzzle mechanics to maintain interest.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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62%
13%
The story in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it feels underdeveloped and often only emerges after completing puzzles. While the non-verbal storytelling and artwork are praised for their beauty and uniqueness, some players feel that the narrative lacks depth and could benefit from more integration throughout the gameplay. Overall, the game is seen more as a casual puzzle experience rather than a strong story-driven title, despite having interesting themes.
- “Very nice and beautiful game; while playing through this game, it reminded me so much of Zelda, and the artwork used to tell the story was very suitable and definitely unique to my eyes.”
- “In my opinion, there seemed to be a hugely missed opportunity in using spirits to tell the story throughout the gameplay. For example, while walking through the snow, you can see spirits of the people or wildlife that used to live there and see what it was like before the winter.”
- “Very nice method of telling the story non-verbally; the artwork was gorgeous.”
- “The story seemed to be non-existent throughout the gameplay; the game only seemed to show a bit of story after you finish a puzzle section.”
- “In my opinion, there seemed to be a hugely missed opportunity in using spirits to tell the story throughout the gameplay. For example, while walking through the snow, you could see spirits of the people or wildlife that used to live there and see what it was like before the winter.”
- “I think the game is better looked at as a casual puzzle game than a story-driven one.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, with many users noting its beautiful and relaxing qualities that complement the visuals and gameplay. The sound effects and background music are described as well-executed, contributing to a peaceful and immersive experience, particularly in this indie title. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that effectively sets the scene and elevates the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “I really enjoyed Solas; it has a nice relaxed atmosphere, beautiful music, and some solid puzzles.”
- “The music really sets the scene for me.”
- “Brilliant indie game, lovely peaceful atmosphere thanks to the beautiful music and cute graphics.”
- “Music?”
- “Music?”
- “Oh how about the music, everything fits into its place when you need it too.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning artwork and unique art style, often compared to the visuals of the Zelda series. Reviewers highlight the beautiful and peaceful atmosphere created by the visuals and music, noting the effective non-verbal storytelling through the game's design. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “The artwork in this game is one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen in my whole life.”
- “The art style is fantastic.”
- “The music suits the game really well and the visuals are excellent.”
- “She looks like a little boy, but maybe that's just the art style.”
- “The graphics are great.”
- “The graphics are great.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its relaxing and peaceful qualities, enhanced by beautiful music and charming graphics. Players appreciate the combination of atmospheric exploration and engaging puzzle mechanics, which contribute to an immersive experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a key strength, creating a captivating and enjoyable environment.
- “I really enjoyed Solas; it has a nice relaxed atmosphere, beautiful music, and some solid puzzles.”
- “Really nice game; it's a combination of atmospheric exploration and solid puzzle mechanics.”
- “Brilliant indie game; lovely peaceful atmosphere thanks to the beautiful music and cute graphics.”
- “It would have kept the atmosphere alive for me.”
- “Music that fits well with the setting and adds atmosphere.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a strong focus on atmospheric exploration and solid puzzle mechanics, but it suffers from a lack of narrative integration, with story elements only emerging after completing puzzles. Reviewers feel that the potential for storytelling through spirits during gameplay is underutilized, leading to a missed opportunity for deeper engagement with the game's environment.
- “In my opinion, there seemed to be a hugely missed opportunity in using spirits to storytell throughout the gameplay, e.g. while walking through the snow you can see spirits of the people or wildlife that used to live there and see what it was like before the winter.”
- “Really nice game, it's a combination of atmospheric exploration and solid puzzle mechanics.”
- “The story seemed to be non-existent throughout the gameplay; the game only seemed to show a bit of story after you finish a puzzle section.”
- “After that, the spirit doesn't show up at all throughout the gameplay.”
- “In my opinion, there seemed to be a hugely missed opportunity in using spirits to tell a story throughout the gameplay. For example, while walking through the snow, you could see spirits of the people or wildlife that used to live there and experience what it was like before the winter.”

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Solas and the White Winter is a action game.

Solas and the White Winter is available on PC and Windows.

Solas and the White Winter was released on April 13, 2018.

Solas and the White Winter was developed by Savepoint Studios.

Solas and the White Winter has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Solas and the White Winter is a single player game.

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