Time on Frog Island: Prologue

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Time on Frog Island: Prologue is a single player action adventure game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Half Past Yellow and was released on November 12, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Help an old axolotl bring life back to a dying island in the Time on Frog Island Prologue - a small, self-contained, mini adventure and prelude to the full Trading Time game. Download the prologue for free and be sure to wishlist the full game if you enjoyed this first mini-adventure.

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Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

graphics12 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Charming art style and visuals that create a cozy atmosphere, appealing to both kids and adults.
Engaging and simple puzzle mechanics that encourage exploration and creativity, with a satisfying achievement system.
The prologue effectively showcases the game's potential, leaving players excited for the full release.

Controls and movement can be frustrating, with imprecise jumping mechanics that hinder gameplay.
Lack of clear instructions and direction can lead to confusion, making it difficult for players to understand objectives.
Some players found the gameplay bland or unmemorable, with fetch quests feeling repetitive.

graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
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The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their charming and unique art style, often described as cute, cartoonish, and visually appealing. While some users noted that the visuals are typical of low-poly design, they still effectively contribute to the game's overall aesthetic and atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are praised for their creativity and ability to enhance the gaming experience, leaving players excited for the full release.
- “Loved the concept, the art style, and the mini cryptic adventure!”
- “Art style is amazing, love the cartoonish look, can't wait for the whole game to come out.”
- “The graphics are nothing special in a typical low-poly way, but they do the trick and they won't make your eyes bleed.”
- “The art style feels charming and unique, while still giving off a very 'cartoony' and welcoming feeling.”
- “The world art style was clean and polished.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
23%
The gameplay is centered around a core loop of character interaction and minor fetch quests, which many find enjoyable despite frustrations with movement mechanics and camera perspectives. While the game features unique and fun mechanics, players often struggle with unclear instructions and item usage, impacting their overall experience. Despite these challenges, the atmosphere and art style are praised, making it a worthwhile, albeit imperfect, experience.
- “Gameplay is unique and fun.”
- “Really enjoyable atmosphere, great mechanics and lovable art style!”
- “Good timepass, fun gameplay.”
- “The core of the gameplay loop (meet a character or two, interact with them, and do some minor fetch quests on their behalf) is enjoyable enough... if it weren't for the movement.”
- “It takes a bit to figure out the mechanics and usage of items in the game.”
- “There are quite a few mechanics that aren't explained, and the player has to figure that out as well, which can really hamper gameplay. Plus, the perspective of the camera can be challenging.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is presented in a charming and accessible manner, utilizing pictographs for dialogue and quest instructions, which enhances understanding despite the minimal direction. Players find the narrative engaging and cute, with many expressing excitement for the full release after enjoying the short, free-to-play experience. Overall, the story complements the gameplay, making it a delightful aspect of the game.
- “It is a short story, but for a free-to-play game, it is really good.”
- “Controls are excellent, physics are intuitive, and the cute story is really the cherry on top!”
- “If the whole game plays like this, I can't imagine anyone finding this fetch quest (oh, don't drop the item or you'll have to do all that poorly implemented pixel-perfect platforming again) system to be enjoyable.”
- “There is very little direction given, and the quest giver delivers his request through pictures.”
- “Dialogue is done via icons, yet the story is easy to understand.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The music and sound design in the game receive mixed reviews; while some players find it relaxing and well-integrated with the art style, others describe it as unremarkable and occasionally grating, particularly the voice effects. Overall, it seems to lack a memorable quality, with players neither loving nor hating the audio experience.
- “Art style is great and the music was super relaxing.”
- “One of the greatest prologues I have played, very fluid and fun movement, great sound design and music.”
- “Music - fine”
- “The music and sound design are nothing special; they won't give you ear herpes, but you're not going to love or even 'like' the music and sound effects. The 'voices' are particularly grating after a while.”
- “The music and sound design are nothing special; they won't give you ear herpes, but you're not going to love or even 'like' the music and sound effects. The 'voices' are particularly grating after a while.”
- “The music is fine.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and heartwarming narrative, where players engage in a charming adventure alongside an axolotl to save the island's flora. Despite some uncertainty about the gameplay, the overall sentiment suggests a positive and uplifting experience that encourages players to explore further.
- “It's a wholesome island adventure where an axolotl steals your plant and ropes you into helping him save the island's flora.”
- “Honestly, I'm not entirely sure how I feel about the gameplay from this demo, but it's wholesome, so I'll probably still try the full game.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report that grinding for achievements is not a significant aspect of the game, indicating a lack of emphasis on repetitive tasks or extended play for rewards.
- “Grinding for achievements feels pointless and tedious.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and frustrating.”
- “I find the grinding mechanics to be repetitive and unengaging.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's replayability is limited, as it is primarily a demo, which restricts the content available for multiple playthroughs.
- “Replayability is limited since it's essentially a demo.”
- “There isn't much incentive to replay the game after finishing it.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little reason to go back.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is highly praised, particularly for its excellent performance on the Steam Deck.
- “The performance on the Steam Deck is top-notch too.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is highly praised for its enjoyable quality, complemented by engaging mechanics and a charming art style that resonates with players.
- “Really enjoyable atmosphere, great mechanics, and a lovable art style!”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with stunning visuals and sound design.”
- “Every corner of the environment feels alive, creating a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”

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