Stones of Solace

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"Stones of Solace" is a soothing, atmospheric adventure game where players restore a once-thriving garden. By solving puzzles and interacting with the garden's elements, players revitalize the landscape and uncover touching, personal stories. The game offers a relaxing, introspective experience, encouraging players to reflect and find solace in festival's chaotic world.

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Play Modes

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

95%

Audience ScoreBased on 94 reviews

music13 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Stones of Solace offers a calming and beautiful experience, perfect for daily relaxation and creativity.
The game features lovely visuals and soothing music, creating a peaceful atmosphere for players.
It's a simple, free game that encourages mindfulness and allows players to express their creativity in short bursts.

The gameplay is minimal and may not appeal to those looking for a more traditional gaming experience with complex mechanics.
There is a limited variety of idols and offerings, which can lead to repetitive gameplay over time.
Some players may find the controls cumbersome, particularly the inability to easily move placed items.

music
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
33%
13%
The music in the game is generally described as calming and soothing, enhancing the relaxing experience of creating digital art. However, some users find the soundtrack to be short and repetitive, which can become grating during longer play sessions. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's peaceful atmosphere, there are suggestions for more variety and longer tracks to improve the experience.
- “The music is relaxing and the art is so beautiful!”
- “This is also a good game for just relaxing or even meditating to; the music really helps with the peaceful feeling.”
- “A peaceful and soothing game, with gorgeous graphics and a very nice soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack is somewhat short and maybe even repetitive.”
- “The music is soothing but can get somewhat annoying as the loops are very short, and if you're taking your time making your offering perfect, it can be a little grating.”
- “The music is fine, but a bit repetitive.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game features stunning visuals characterized by a soft, watercolor-like art style that enhances its relaxing atmosphere. Players appreciate the beautiful artwork and calming music, which together create a peaceful and aesthetically pleasing experience. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a delightful choice for those seeking creative relaxation.
- “A lovely little game with gorgeous visuals.”
- “The main draws of the game are the soft, watercolor-like art style and the opportunity for creative relaxation.”
- “A peaceful and soothing game, with gorgeous graphics and a very nice soundtrack.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The gameplay is minimalistic and straightforward, lacking complex mechanics or extensive interaction, which may disappoint players seeking a more action-oriented experience. Instead, it focuses on simple daily interactions, such as presenting offerings, making it more of a casual engagement rather than a traditional game.
- “But if you're someone who wants an action-packed experience with tons of gameplay and a complicated story and plot, then you should probably find something else. This is not the game for you.”
- “I really like the mechanic of presenting an offering.”
- “There's almost no gameplay, and you log in for 1 minute every day until you've seen all the idols.”
- “Buuut if you're someone who wants an action-packed experience with tons of gameplay and a complicated story and plot, then you should probably find something else; this is not the game for you.”
- “I think some people are mistaking what the game is for though; I've seen a lot of reviews stating that it's 'barely a game, with no real gameplay.' It's not supposed to be.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a calm and cozy environment, enhanced by beautiful idol pictures and simple elements that promote focus and creativity. Players appreciate the serene ambiance, which fosters a sense of tranquility and enjoyment.
- “A little virtual ikebana (flower arrangement) with some very simple elements that work to create a moment of focus and creative abandon each day, with a calm atmosphere.”
- “The idol pictures are very beautiful, and the atmosphere of the game is pleasant and cozy.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's story is not particularly complex or action-driven, making it less suitable for players seeking a deep narrative experience alongside intense gameplay.
- “If you're someone who wants an action-packed experience with a complicated story and plot, then you should probably find something else; this is not the game for you.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is minimal, leaving the plot feeling flat and uninteresting.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization aspect of the game is minimal, as there are no in-game purchases, collectibles, or achievements contributing to the overall profile count.
- “At the current time, the achievements do not count toward your overall achievement count on your profile, which makes them feel pointless.”
- “There are no collectibles or in-game purchases, which limits the monetization options and overall engagement.”
- “The lack of meaningful monetization strategies makes the game feel incomplete and less rewarding.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users note a lack of emotional variety in the idols' responses to offerings, suggesting that their reactions feel repetitive and uninspired.