Spava

About

Spava is a fantastical dream world. Once a place of comfort and tranquility, it is now overrun by annoying nightmares. Find them all and help restore the former balance. Spava is an indie project with unique hand-drawn graphics and meditative gameplay. Players will explore locations, searching for hidden items, solving puzzles, and uncovering new corners of this world. Main features: Explore a …

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Play Modes

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features stunning hand-drawn graphics and a whimsical atmosphere that immerses players in a beautifully crafted world.
The gameplay combines hidden object challenges with logical pair-matching puzzles, providing a unique twist on the genre.
It's a relaxing experience that is accessible to players of all ages, making it enjoyable for casual gaming sessions.

The game is extremely short, with most players completing it in about 30 minutes, leaving them wanting more content.
There are limitations in gameplay mechanics, such as the inability to navigate solely with the mouse, which can detract from the experience.
Some players feel that the game feels more like a prologue or a demo rather than a complete title, lacking sufficient levels and depth.

gameplay
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The gameplay is characterized by a blend of easy hidden object challenges and straightforward puzzles, making it accessible and enjoyable for players of all ages. While the puzzles are not particularly difficult, the disjointed level progression adds a layer of challenge, resulting in a satisfying experience overall. The casual nature of the gameplay, combined with beautiful artwork and a new puzzle mechanic, creates a low-pressure environment that players can easily immerse themselves in.
- “The puzzles are not especially difficult but the disjointed progression through the levels adds to the challenge and the gameplay is very satisfying overall.”
- “The casual hidden object gameplay and pair-matching puzzles are simple yet effective, making it an enjoyable, low-pressure experience that’s easy to get lost in.”
- “The gameplay is very simple, the objects are easy to find and the combinations are logical.”
- “The actual gameplay felt very easy.”
- “Gameplay mainly involves clicking on things with a mouse.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning hand-drawn art style, which combines beautiful visuals with a mix of fun and sinister imagery, creating an immersive and atmospheric experience. The artwork is complemented by a relaxing soundtrack, enhancing the overall aesthetic. However, some players noted that while the graphics are impressive, the gameplay feels short and more like a prologue.
- “The hand-drawn graphics are beautiful and go well with the sweet and relaxing soundtrack.”
- “The hand-drawn visuals are a definite highlight of the game with a curious mix of fun and sinister imagery that creates an interesting juxtaposition.”
- “This game delivers a dark, beautifully hand-drawn world that pulls you in with its striking visuals and eerie atmosphere.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Spava" is highly interpretive, allowing players to derive personal meaning from the narrative, which is intricately woven into the artwork. Many users find that the visual elements enhance their understanding and appreciation of the story, prompting them to revisit the game to explore its themes further.
- “The art tells the story.”
- “The story for Spava is very much interpreted by the player.”
- “After my first playthrough, I went again to admire the art and try to make sense of the story, at least through my eyes.”
- “Reminds me of Tiny Bang Story mixed with Imaginarium card game.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a dark, beautifully hand-drawn world that captivates players with its striking visuals and eerie ambiance. Its art style and atmosphere are particularly praised, making it an inspiring experience for both players and developers alike. Overall, it is recognized as a short yet impactful puzzle game that effectively blends art and atmosphere.
- “This game delivers a dark, beautifully hand-drawn world that pulls you in with its striking visuals and eerie atmosphere.”
- “As a game developer myself, I found the art style and atmosphere particularly inspiring.”
- “If you're looking for a short, atmospheric game that blends art and puzzles seamlessly, this one is well worth playing.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its sweet and relaxing quality, perfectly complementing the beautiful hand-drawn graphics and enhancing the overall immersive experience.
- “The hand-drawn graphics are beautiful and go well with the sweet and relaxing soundtrack.”
- “The music matches the aesthetic very well and helps immerse the player in the experience.”
- “Chilling, immersive music.”