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æ is a single player open world shooter game with horror, mystery and science fiction themes. It was developed by colorfiction and was released on January 23, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

An atmospheric exploration game.

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88%Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews
graphics10 positive mentions

  • Beautiful and unique visual art style with strong atmospheric and audiovisual experiences.
  • Relaxing and immersive walking simulator gameplay that offers a form of digital art and mood exploration.
  • Varied short experiences with interesting environments and multiple endings on some, rewarding exploration.
  • Gameplay can feel minimal, overly casual, or lacking interaction and narrative depth for some players.
  • Some segments are underwhelming or feel like missed opportunities, with a few experiences considered boring or basic.
  • Occasional technical issues and unclear instructions can confuse players, and some content is perceived as pretentious.
  • graphics

    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    63% positive mentions, 18% neutral mentions, 19% negative mentions

    The graphics are notable for their avant-garde, LSD-inspired art style and strong atmospheric visuals, with some games offering creative, varied environments that evoke unique emotions. While certain titles like "that feeling blue" and "carcavas" showcase impressive aesthetics, the overall execution feels underwhelming and limited in scope, making the visuals enjoyable primarily for short explorations or ambient experiences.

    • “The art style was amazing and I really liked the LSD-feel to it.”
    • “They both have fantastic visuals, and such massive variety!”
    • “Really great use of different post process volumes that change visuals of some levels completely.”
    • “If you aren't already a fan of avant-garde art or are otherwise into unconventional pieces of artwork, then this probably isn't for you.”
    • “Of all 6 games here, none of them truly stand out as anything special, and they all kind of fall into the category of 'interesting ideas, with underwhelming execution,' which is a shame because I do like some of the visuals and I think some of the ideas could be really cool experiences if they were more fleshed out.”
    • “'Carcavas' is similar in that regard, it has creative visuals and a small area to explore, but ultimately it does not have much to offer beyond 15 minutes.”
  • atmosphere

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

    The atmosphere is generally praised for its strong mood, artistic visuals, and immersive exploration, making it appealing for those who enjoy atmospheric walking simulators. However, some find it somewhat underwhelming and not groundbreaking, depending on expectations. Overall, it delivers a compelling ambiance suited for leisurely exploration.

    • “I'm not complaining, it's a great atmospheric walking sim.”
    • “If you're into just wandering around atmospheric spaces, there are definitely some interesting visuals and emotions happening here.”
    • “Fantastic art, atmosphere, and exploration.”
  • music

    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users praise the music for complementing the game's visuals, enhancing the overall experience with memorable soundtracks. The soundtrack is considered a strong aspect, with some expressing a desire for it to be available separately. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's improved aesthetic and immersive exploration.

    • “Like the previous 3 games, it's a walking simulator but with a much bigger area to explore, additionally to having multiple endings, and arguably better aesthetic & soundtrack.”
    • “I enjoy replaying them not only for the visuals and soundtracks but also to see what I'll find next.”
    • “The graphics along with the music is a great combo.”
  • story

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, -67% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The story of A Line is praised for creating a surprisingly empathetic connection with the protagonist, despite its minimal and slow-paced narrative. While some feel the developers could further develop the storyline, the subtle details scattered throughout provide an intriguing, understated experience.

    • “I loved the story of a line; it somehow really made me sympathize with the line and almost see it as a person.”
    • “If the developers are reading this, let me say I think your team can do more than this with what you've put into this particular story.”
    • “My guess is it has to do with diverting the expectation of a grand space-faring spectacle by making the game slow paced and by giving minimal actual story, but in a weird way there's a decent amount of stuff to find, so it's not exactly a pure subversion of that expectation.”
    • “If the developers are reading this, I think your team can do more with what you've put into this particular story.”
    • “My guess is it has to do with diverting the expectation of a grand space-faring spectacle by making the game slow paced and giving minimal actual story, but in a weird way there's a decent amount of stuff to find, so it's not exactly a pure subversion of that expectation.”
  • emotional

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

    The emotional aspect of Voltark evokes a strong sense of wonder and immersion, making players feel like pioneering explorers on Mars with a significant mission. The experience is deeply affecting, though difficult for users to put into precise words.

    • “Voltark made me feel like I was one of the first people to land on Mars, and I had a job of helping to set the planet up to be suitable for human life.”
    • “It definitely made me feel things, but I have no idea how to actually describe my experience.”
  • gameplay

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

    The gameplay offers a diverse collection of short experimental and exploration games, featuring unique and unconventional mechanics that provide a fresh and engaging experience.

    • “An excellent collection of short(ish) experiments and exploration games with the odd 'game' mechanic.”
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æ is a open world shooter game with horror, mystery and science fiction themes. Common tags for æ include first-person, indie, surreal, exploration, nature and others.

æ is available on PC and Windows.

æ was released on January 23, 2021.

æ was developed by colorfiction.

æ has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked æ for its graphics.

æ is a single player game.

Similar games include The Norwood Suite, Hypnagogia 催眠術, Off-Peak, Hypnagogia: Boundless Dreams, Cloud Climber and others.