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Two Falls: Nishu Takuashina

96%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
optimization
96% User Score Based on 160 reviews

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Immerse yourself in the harsh wilderness of 17th century Canada through the eyes of Maikan, a young Innu, and Jeanne, a French woman who crossed the Atlantic to start a new life. Decide how the characters will survive, and watch the impact of your choices unfold in this coming-of-age story!

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Two Falls: Nishu Takuashina screenshot
Two Falls: Nishu Takuashina screenshot
Two Falls: Nishu Takuashina screenshot
Two Falls: Nishu Takuashina screenshot
Two Falls: Nishu Takuashina screenshot
Two Falls: Nishu Takuashina screenshot
Two Falls: Nishu Takuashina screenshot
Two Falls: Nishu Takuashina screenshot
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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 160 reviews
story58 positive mentions
  • The game features a captivating narrative that explores the complex relationship between European settlers and Indigenous peoples, providing a unique dual perspective through its characters.
  • Visually stunning with beautiful landscapes and excellent voice acting, the game immerses players in a rich historical context while delivering an emotional and thought-provoking experience.
  • The inclusion of historical facts and cultural insights enhances the storytelling, making it both educational and engaging for players interested in Canadian history.
  • Gameplay is primarily a walking simulator with limited interactivity, which may leave some players feeling bored or unengaged during exploration.
  • Performance issues have been reported, including frame rate drops and bugs, which can detract from the overall experience, especially on lower-end hardware.
  • Some players found the story predictable and wished for more depth in character development and dialogue, feeling that the game could have explored Indigenous cultures more thoroughly.
  • story
    132 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Two Falls" is widely praised for its emotional depth, compelling characters, and engaging narrative that explores the complexities of colonization through the perspectives of a French woman and an Innu man. Players appreciate the impactful choices that shape character interactions, although the overall plot is linear and somewhat predictable. The game is noted for its beautiful visuals and music, enhancing the storytelling experience, making it a must-play for fans of narrative-driven games.

    • “The story is heart-wrenching and beautiful at the same time.”
    • “The game beautifully blends storytelling and environmental immersion, fostering empathy and respect for diverse worldviews.”
    • “In the year 1665, we experience an episodic story, in the chapters of which we alternately play the Frenchwoman Jeanne and the Innu Maikan, and from these two perspectives, experience a story about the colonization of Canada, about the meeting of two completely different peoples, with the associated conflicts in all its facets and cruelty, but also with approaching each other, with the search for compromises, the attempt at mutual understanding.”
    • “While the story was a diamond in the rough, the gameplay mechanics are awful.”
    • “Whatever this story gives to you, the gameplay takes it, only leaving half the charm of what once was.”
    • “There are some lengths in the dialogues and story sometimes.”
  • graphics
    56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the warm and unique art style, stunning visuals, and effective use of lighting that enhances the overall aesthetic. However, some players experienced performance issues, requiring them to lower graphics settings for smoother gameplay, despite having recommended hardware. Overall, the artistic direction and environmental design are highlighted as standout features, contributing significantly to the game's emotional depth and storytelling.

    • “Gorgeous visuals and a thoughtful story.”
    • “I must salute the artistic direction as a whole (and environment artist, lighting artist) because even with the graphics settings at the lowest, the landscapes are breathtaking.”
    • “The art is stunning, with every detail contributing to the story's emotional depth and overall aesthetic.”
    • “The animation quality is slightly above the PS1 game 'Clock Tower.' I can rock with sub-par visuals and mediocre animation, but lean into it if you are going to do that.”
    • “My PC has the recommended hardware, but even on the lowest graphics settings, it's laggy.”
    • “I ended up playing on desktop as my graphics card is older, and it caused video lag.”
  • music
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received high praise for its soothing quality and strong narrative integration, enhancing the overall atmosphere and emotional depth. Composed by eadsé, the soundtrack effectively blends tribal elements with modern sounds, creating a captivating experience that complements the game's stunning visuals and storytelling. Reviewers highlight the music's ability to evoke tension and engagement, making it a standout feature of the game.

    • “Overall, I found Two Falls to be a fantastic game; the music is soothing and well done for the story beats of the game.”
    • “The music and ambience are fantastic and really add to the suspenseful atmosphere, creating a sense of tension that keeps you engaged.”
    • “The soundtrack by composer eadsé has a particularly strong impact on the game's atmosphere.”
    • “Her music mixes tribal elements and modern sound effects, which often perfectly match the narrative and are on par with good movie scores.”
    • “The main menu music (and a recurring game theme) sets the right mood and could as well be a nice opener to rock concerts.”
  • gameplay
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is primarily a walking simulator with limited mechanics, focusing on exploration, dialogue choices, and character interactions, which some players found lacking in depth. While the narrative and character development are praised, many reviewers expressed a desire for more engaging gameplay elements and modernized mechanics. Overall, the simplicity of the gameplay serves to enhance the story, but it may not satisfy those looking for more complex interactions.

    • “The gameplay is simple yet satisfying, keeping the focus on the narrative, which makes it all the more immersive.”
    • “Gameplay-wise you mostly just walk around, talk to people, make some dialogue choices... but the game is quite interesting; I liked the two characters that you get to play as.”
    • “(p.s: petting the dog is always 10/10 gameplay, but petting the dog under the moonlight while singing him a lullaby? That's 1,000,000/10 gameplay right there.”
    • “While the story was a diamond in the rough, the gameplay mechanics are awful.”
    • “Gameplay is a bit limited - you walk around, examine things, and sometimes make choices about what to do or what to say.”
    • “In terms of mechanics, it is just a walking simulator; there's nothing there, and the game takes approximately 4 hours to finish, so not a lot of content.”
  • optimization
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some players experiencing significant performance issues and bugs, while others report a smooth experience without crashes or stuttering. Many acknowledge the recent release may contribute to these problems, expressing a willingness to overlook them for the game's strong narrative and cultural representation. However, there is a consensus that optimization could be improved, particularly for compatibility with devices like the Steam Deck.

    • “In my playthrough, I had no crashes, no stuttering, or extreme frame drops you often get with other UE5 releases.”
    • “Only negative is optimization could be better as it would have been perfect for the Steam Deck, but you can't have it all, I suppose.”
    • “Despite the few technical performance issues and visual bugs, I love this game.”
    • “Only negative is optimization could be better as it would have been perfect for the Steam Deck, but you can't have it all I suppose.”
    • “First, performance is terrible.”
    • “Despite the few technical performance issues and visual bugs.”
  • emotional
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers a deeply emotional experience, weaving a heartbreaking narrative that explores cultural misunderstandings and personal losses. Players report being moved to tears—both happy and sad—while appreciating the stunning art that enhances the story's emotional depth. Overall, it is described as an emotional rollercoaster, delivering a beautifully sad tale that resonates long after the game ends.

    • “The story is heart wrenching and beautiful at the same time.”
    • “I jumped into this game hoping to get fully immersed and taken on an emotional journey, and it delivered.”
    • “But we also experience hard setbacks, losses and betrayals - in short: it's an emotional rollercoaster.”
  • atmosphere
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its beautiful art, captivating storytelling, and strong historical and cultural elements. The music and ambient sounds, particularly the impactful soundtrack by composer eadsé, enhance the suspense and tension, while the engaging voice acting and interactive features, like petting a dog, further immerse players in the experience. Overall, the combination of these elements creates a deeply engaging and atmospheric environment.

    • “The music and ambience is fantastic and really adds to the suspenseful atmosphere, creating a sense of tension that keeps you engaged.”
    • “The atmosphere and storytelling are captivating, and the artistic direction draws you in completely.”
    • “It's beautifully atmospheric, the voice acting is really great, it's full of historic facts that are really interesting to read.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight that the game features impressive landscapes alongside compelling stories and strong character development, contributing to an engaging overall experience.

    • “Awesome landscapes, as well as great stories and character development.”

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