Solas and the White Winter
- April 13, 2018
- Savepoint Studios
Get on Steam"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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Reviews
- The game features a beautiful atmosphere with stunning artwork and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- Puzzles are well-designed, providing a good balance of challenge without being overly difficult, making them enjoyable to solve.
- The game offers a unique storytelling approach through visuals and music, creating a relaxing and immersive experience.
- The character movement is slow, which can make navigating the game world tedious and frustrating.
- Some puzzles lack variety and can feel repetitive, leading to a less engaging gameplay experience over time.
- The story is often confusing and not well integrated into the gameplay, leaving players unsure of the narrative's progression.
- story22 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The story in the game is often described as confusing and underdeveloped, primarily conveyed through still images that appear after completing puzzles. While some players appreciated the unique artistic approach and dark themes, many felt that the narrative lacked depth and clarity, leading to a disconnect between the gameplay and the storyline. Overall, the game is seen more as a casual puzzle experience rather than a compelling story-driven adventure.
“As for the story, I'm not sure if I interpreted it correctly, but it seems to me to be a melancholy story where in the end your avatar's fate is the same as your father was trying to save you from in the first place.”
“Very nice method of telling the story non-verbally, the artwork was gorgeous.”
“Loved the mysterious and haunting storyline and the music that fits perfectly!”
“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.”
“It's difficult to say what the story is about.”
“As for the story, I'm not sure if I interpreted it correctly, but it seems to me to be a melancholy story where in the end your avatar's fate is the same as what your father was trying to save you from in the first place.”
- music13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to create a relaxing atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. Reviewers highlight how well the music complements the visuals and gameplay, contributing to a soothing and immersive environment. Additionally, the sound effects are noted for their quality, making the audio experience particularly impressive for an indie game.
“The music is beautiful and creates a very relaxing atmosphere.”
“The slowly falling snow and light music are very soothing.”
“Brilliant indie game, lovely peaceful atmosphere thanks to the beautiful music and cute graphics.”
“Music?”
“The music really sets the scene for me.”
“Music that fits well with the setting and adds atmosphere.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and unique art style, reminiscent of classic titles like "Wind Waker." While some describe the graphics as basic, they are considered beautifully drawn and well-suited to the game's ambiance, contributing to a peaceful atmosphere and effective non-verbal storytelling. Overall, the visuals are highlighted as a standout feature, enhancing the overall experience.
“The artwork in this game is one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen in my whole life.”
“The graphics are basic but beautifully drawn and suit the ambience of the game.”
“The art style is fantastic.”
“She looks like a little boy, but maybe that's just the art style.”
“Honestly, this game reminds me of a rougher Wind Waker in its graphics and gameplay.”
“The graphics are great.”
- atmosphere11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charming and relaxing qualities, enhanced by beautiful music and cute graphics. Players appreciate the peaceful exploration and puzzle-solving elements set against a snowy backdrop, creating an immersive experience that maintains a tranquil vibe throughout. Overall, the combination of atmospheric design and engaging gameplay contributes to a delightful and serene gaming experience.
“A charming and atmospheric jaunt in the snow, solving puzzles to unlock temple doors.”
“The music is beautiful and creates a very relaxing atmosphere.”
“Brilliant indie game, lovely peaceful atmosphere thanks to the beautiful music and cute graphics.”
“Even the traps around the map are not so jarring that they take away from the relaxing atmosphere.”
“It would have kept the atmosphere alive for me.”
“Music that fits well with the setting and adds atmosphere.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay features brisk walking and a stealth mechanic for navigating icy surfaces, reminiscent of a rougher version of Wind Waker. While the puzzles are solid and the atmosphere is engaging, the storytelling feels lacking, with minimal narrative elements integrated into the gameplay, leading to missed opportunities for deeper immersion.
“There is also a stealth mechanic for walking on ice.”
“Honestly, this game reminds me of a rougher Wind Waker in its graphics and gameplay.”
“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 revealed 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 huge 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 experience what it was like before the winter.”
