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STARWEAVE

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92%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
96% User Score Based on 47 reviews

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STARWEAVE is a single player tactical role playing game with horror, fantasy and anime themes. It was developed by Studio Starweave and was released on March 9, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

STARWEAVE is more than a narrative-focused tactics game – it’s a tapestry of intertwined fates, a journey marked by camaraderie, laughter, loss, and defiance against the inescapable. Set against the backdrop of a world held hostage by prophecy, you will navigate the treacherous landscapes of destiny and grapple with the chains that bind you to an oppressive cycle. Developer Note: This game is a…

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96%Audience ScoreBased on 47 reviews
story10 positive mentions
  • Gorgeous and unique art design with charming character designs and atmospheric environments.
  • Engaging and innovative turn-based combat that integrates well with the narrative and emphasizes teamwork and trust.
  • Strong voice acting and music that enhance the emotional and immersive experience of the story.
  • The narrative is somewhat rushed and lacks focus, leaving many story elements underdeveloped and some twists feeling sudden or unearned.
  • The game is quite short, which limits worldbuilding and character development, making some players feel disconnected or wanting more depth.
  • User interface and gameplay mechanics can be confusing or janky at times, with limited guidance on features and occasional camera or control issues.

  • story

    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    29% positive mentions, 62% neutral mentions, 9% negative mentions

    The story of Starweave is praised for its emotional depth, impactful themes, and strong integration with gameplay, enhanced by excellent voice acting and art. However, its short length and rapid pacing limit worldbuilding and can make plot twists feel abrupt, leaving some players wishing for a more fleshed-out narrative and smoother delivery. Overall, the narrative is thoughtful and compelling but could benefit from tighter focus and expansion.

    • “The dialogue and narrative are absolutely heartbreaking at times, and have such a poignant touch to them, done extremely well alongside the mechanics and level design that support the story.”
    • “The story, although somewhat minimalist given its brevity, was thought-provoking and incisive.”
    • “Starweave was such a lovely experience from the story, the characters (with a stellar voice cast), the art, the combat; there's genuinely a lot of love in this project from multiple sides.”
    • “However, what ultimately held the project back for me was the narrative - which, since this was sold as a story-driven RPG - is ultimately what I was playing the game for.”
    • “Starweave is also pretty short (I played through twice just to see what I missed. I think a normal playthrough is ~2.5 hours?), which means the story doesn’t have enough time to flesh out a lot of its broader world-building concepts or arcs.”
    • “I’m the kind of person who typically likes when a story gives you small chunks of an idea and trusts the audience to piece together the rest, but the setup and payoff happen so quickly that twists feel like they’re coming out of nowhere in a jarring way.”

  • gameplay

    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    23% positive mentions, 67% neutral mentions, 10% negative mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its innovative and emotionally impactful turn-based combat that cleverly integrates tactics with narrative themes like trust and communication. While some mechanical quirks, camera issues, and a brief playtime slightly hinder the experience, the unique mechanics and storytelling synergy make the gameplay engaging and thought-provoking. Overall, it offers a fresh, challenging tactical RPG experience that effectively uses gameplay as a storytelling tool.

    • “The gameplay is a perfect mix of fun, distinct, and challenging which kept me playing even as it became increasingly clear that most of my questions about the world or its characters would go unanswered.”
    • “The gameplay itself was really fun and innovative, and certain mechanics had me thinking about what it means to fight against fate.”
    • “Gameplay blends in tactics without overwhelming the player, allowing for both the game's narrative and design to shine.”
    • “Meanwhile, the gameplay pushes this idea of 'teamwork/learning to trust and communicate with others in order to grow as a person,' but this idea isn’t reflected in the script at all.”
    • “By that I mean that the mechanic happens so often that I was even wondering why I was playing at all, and at a certain point the strategy became that of moving units in places in which they would have no other possible option other than following my orders.”
    • “No, there are plenty of QoL improvements which could be made to the UI/UX, the story could be a bit more fleshed out, and the gameplay has some jank/quirks.”

  • music

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    56% positive mentions, 44% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its quality, fitting perfectly with the mood and atmosphere, often described as beautiful, amazing, and emotionally resonant. Alongside fantastic voice acting and visuals, the soundtrack significantly enhances the storytelling and overall experience.

    • “Overall a great game with a beautiful soundtrack, gorgeous art and great voice acting!”
    • “The voice acting was fantastic, the visuals and music were delicious, and the story will have me rotating this game in my head like a microwave meal for the next several months.”
    • “Starweave has a lot going for it, especially when you consider the ambition on display: the systems, art, music, voice acting, and story the team is reaching for.”

  • graphics

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    71% positive mentions, 29% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's graphics feature a charming and distinctive art style that beautifully complements its nostalgic JRPG feel. Visuals are praised for their gorgeous presentation and dynamic text animations, which enhance the storytelling and emotional impact. Overall, the graphics effectively immerse players and work harmoniously with the music, voice acting, and narrative to create a deeply engaging atmosphere.

    • “The voice acting brought the characters to life so wonderfully and it really immersed me in the story - giving that extra oomph during certain scenes... the game's visuals are gorgeous, and I liked how at some parts the text animation changes to create more of an impact.”
    • “From the visuals, the OST, the voice overs, the UI/UX, the game mechanics, and the writing - everything ties together meaningfully to deliver a message that we could all do with more of.”
    • “The visuals and OST also lend themselves to the atmosphere of the game, and really nailed the bittersweetness of it all.”

  • character development

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Character development is praised primarily for its charming and beautifully drawn character designs and sprites, complemented by atmospheric environments that enhance the overall artistic experience.

    • “Character designs are charming and the environments are atmospheric.”
    • “And of course gorgeous art and character designs!”
    • “The character design and sprites are all very well drawn!”

  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's charming character designs, atmospheric environments, and well-crafted visuals and soundtrack effectively create a bittersweet and immersive atmosphere.

    • “Character designs are charming and the environments are atmospheric.”
    • “The visuals and OST also lend themselves to the atmosphere of the game, really nailing the bittersweetness of it all.”

  • emotional

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users praise the game for its deeply touching and heartfelt emotional experience, highlighting the poignant and heartbreaking narrative and dialogue that are expertly integrated with the mechanics and level design to enhance the story.

    • “A touching experience full of heart!”
    • “The dialogue and narrative are absolutely heartbreaking at times, and have such a poignant touch done extremely well alongside the mechanics and level design that support the story.”
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Play Times

44h Median play time
31h Average play time
3-58h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs
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STARWEAVE is a tactical role playing game with horror, fantasy and anime themes. Common tags for STARWEAVE include turn-based, indie, lgbtq+, psychological, 2.5d and others.

STARWEAVE is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 31 hours playing STARWEAVE.

STARWEAVE was released on March 9, 2026.

STARWEAVE was developed by Studio Starweave.

STARWEAVE has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked STARWEAVE for its story.

STARWEAVE is a single player game.

Similar games include Arco, Small Saga, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Evan's Remains, Octopath Traveler and others.