Sunset Hills

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Sunset Hills is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Cotton Game and was released on August 20, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Sunset Hills" is a narrative-driven game where players join Nico, a writer, on a journey through several countries, years after the end of a war. Along the way, Nico meets old comrades and encounters various people and events that gradually reveal his past and the true purpose of his journey. With mature themes and an expected playtime of 8 hours, the game provides an engaging storyline as a warm reminder of war and loss. Future content will be released as free updates.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

story24 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful hand-drawn art and a charming story that immerses players in a cozy atmosphere.
Puzzles are engaging and not overly difficult, allowing players to think critically without feeling frustrated.
The characters are well-developed and the narrative includes emotional moments that resonate with players.

The game is incomplete, with only two chapters available at launch, and future chapters will be released as paid DLC, which was not clearly communicated prior to purchase.
The English translation is poor in places, leading to confusion and immersion-breaking moments during gameplay.
Some puzzles lack clear direction, causing players to feel lost and frustrated as they search for solutions.

story
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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54%
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The game's story is praised for its emotional depth and charming characters, set against a beautifully hand-drawn backdrop that evokes a storybook feel. However, the experience is marred by poor English localization, which detracts from immersion and clarity. Additionally, players express frustration over the limited content, as only two chapters are currently available, leaving the narrative feeling incomplete and prompting concerns about future DLC costs.
- “Fun puzzle solver with a story that absolutely touched my heart!”
- “Super cute storytelling, if not a bit bittersweet at times, as you get the occasional glimpse into all of these characters' war backgrounds and fleeting moments of how it has affected them.”
- “The storytelling is so good that it makes me want to just dive into the game and enjoy it as a nice little cute gaming session.”
- “The English localization needs a lot of work, and there are only 2 chapters of the story in this game, which should be indicated in the title/description for customer transparency.”
- “The biggest con for me is that there are only 2 chapters published so far, with a 'to be continued' credits roll scene that honestly baffled me at first because it didn't feel like there had been a proper ending to the storyline.”
- “What you are about to buy is just a 'prologue' of sorts, and what makes me even more disgusted is that this 'you need to pay more for the rest of the story' aspect has never been communicated before the release of the game.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
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The music in the game is described as charming and fitting, enhancing the overall atmosphere, but it suffers from inconsistency and abrupt cuts, leading to moments of silence that can detract from the experience. While some players appreciate the cozy background music, others find the reliance on ambient sounds and looping tracks to be repetitive and occasionally annoying. Overall, the music has potential but is hindered by technical issues and a lack of presence in certain scenes.
- “I quite like this game, it's charming, it's got character, it's got a good story, and good music. It doesn't hold your hand through puzzles, and the puzzles are all pretty self-explanatory; you don't need hints to get them, just use your noggin a bit.”
- “I love the music and art style.”
- “Lovely background music.”
- “I got my ears blown out constantly by loud noises even though I had all the sound sliders down at minimum, and the music one kept resetting to highest every single time I booted the game up.”
- “Music cuts abruptly in some scenes; I recommend using a fade-out effect.”
- “There's almost no music in the game; most of what you hear is ambient noises, which is not bad on its own, but they loop endlessly back to back and eventually can get quite annoying when there is no gap in between them.”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are universally praised for their stunning art style and vivid color work, creating aesthetically pleasing environments that enhance the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the combination of beautiful artwork and music, often rating the graphics as exceptional, with some giving it a perfect score of 11/10. Overall, the visuals are a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's appeal.
- “The art style is gorgeous; every environment is stunning to look at, with such vivid color work.”
- “Nonetheless, I would highly recommend this game to anyone who wants to play a game with very aesthetically pleasing backgrounds and an amazing walkthrough of a storyline.”
- “Gorgeous graphics.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, highlighting its immersive details that evoke deep feelings, including joy and sadness. However, there is a significant sense of betrayal due to the perception of being misled by the developers regarding the game's completeness, which adds to the emotional turmoil.
- “It made me cry.”
- “There is just so much happening at all times and so many details; it really made me feel immersed.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its charming art and gorgeous visuals, creating a cozy and inviting environment that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the delightful characters that contribute to this enchanting ambiance.
- “Very charming art, absolutely gorgeous atmosphere and charming characters.”
- “It has a very cozy atmosphere.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features engaging and varied puzzles that utilize different mechanics, providing a non-repetitive experience. However, some users suggest that the overall experience may not be worth it, recommending alternative games instead, with an average playtime of around 8 hours.
- “The puzzles are engaging and not repetitive, with different mechanics depending on the puzzle.”
- “You're better off finding something else to play other than this game. If you're going to buy it, know that you're getting only 8 hours of gameplay.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight that the game features engaging world-building and compelling character design, which contribute significantly to the overall character development. This combination enhances players' emotional investment in the characters and their journeys throughout the game.
- “Engaging world building and compelling character design.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players find the grinding aspect tedious due to the lack of a fast travel option, which makes backtracking a cumbersome experience. This limitation can lead to repetitive gameplay as players are forced to traverse the same areas multiple times.
- “There isn't a fast travel option, so backtracking becomes tedious and frustrating.”
- “The lack of fast travel makes grinding feel like a chore, as you have to run back and forth constantly.”
- “Without any fast travel, the grinding experience is marred by excessive backtracking.”