Ursid

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Ursid is a single player casual puzzle game with a violence theme. It was developed by gamesnhalam and was released on March 5, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Ursid is a zen puzzle game where players, as a boy named Aster, explore the starry sky to connect stars and reveal hidden constellations. Featuring over 40 handcrafted levels with non-linear progression, the game combines familiar dot-connecting mechanics with imaginative challenges and a soothing atmosphere. Through this journey, players uncover a touching father-son story leading to the Ursid Shower.

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Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

story7 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Ursid offers a lovely and relaxing experience with soothing music and beautiful visuals, making it perfect for unwinding.
The puzzle mechanics are engaging and progressively challenging, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment as players connect the dots to reveal constellations.
The emotional story adds depth to the gameplay, creating a cozy atmosphere that resonates with players and enhances the overall experience.

The game has some significant bugs, and there are concerns that developer support may be lacking, which could hinder future fixes.
The English translation is not fully polished, which may affect the narrative experience for some players.
There are occasional issues with audio settings not being saved, which can disrupt the immersive experience.

story
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The game's story is described as emotional and somewhat melancholic, revolving around themes of discovery and nostalgia as players connect constellations and experience the protagonist's journey. While the narrative unfolds gradually alongside engaging puzzles, it leaves players anticipating an epilogue that promises further twists. Overall, the combination of a cozy atmosphere, beautiful artwork, and a touching storyline makes it a highly recommended experience for those seeking a relaxing yet meaningful gameplay.
- “Such a fun game for relaxing, slowly discovering the story while solving the game puzzles, with a good range of soundtracks that put you at ease.”
- “However, there is a slightly darker, more melancholy side to this story, as Aster experiences déjà vu through random headaches.”
- “As you solve puzzles, you follow a light story about the boy who discovers constellations by connecting stars and receives presents from his father.”
- “However, there is a slightly darker, more melancholy side to this story, as the character experiences déjà vu through random headaches.”
- “The ending had me quite heartbroken, although I know that an epilogue is coming, so perhaps the story will have another unexpected twist.”
- “Ursid still has a few image and plot flaws.”
music
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The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall experience as players engage with the story and puzzles. Many reviewers highlight the great range of soundtracks that create a comforting atmosphere, although some note issues with the game not retaining volume settings. Overall, the music is considered a significant positive aspect, contributing to the game's appeal as a relaxing experience.
- “Such a fun game for relaxing, slowly discovering the story while solving the game puzzles, with a good range of soundtracks that put you at ease.”
- “The music, the colors, the way the world unfolded before me—it wrapped around me like a quiet reassurance that I wasn't as alone as I felt.”
- “In regards to the music, the tracks feel very soothing and relaxing to listen to.”
- “The only downside has more to do with the volume issue, as the game doesn't seem to remember the levels that you set the music, sound, etc., to.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is centered around connecting points, which becomes increasingly engaging as players progress through over 40 levels, despite the lack of difficulty selection. New mechanics and gimmicks introduced in each world keep the experience fresh and challenging, while thoughtful quality-of-life features ensure accessibility for all players. Overall, the game offers a relaxing atmosphere combined with simple yet progressively challenging gameplay.
- “New gimmicks that appear in each world (constellation) help to keep the gameplay fresh.”
- “A perfect blend of straightforward dot-connecting gameplay and thoughtful quality-of-life features that ensure everyone can enjoy and complete the puzzles.”
- “Although the gameplay is just connecting points, I have to admit that the more you play, the more attractive it becomes.”
- “With the gameplay, there are more than 40 levels although no difficulty selection.”
- “New mechanics slowly creep in, such as fragments that must be included in your shapes or lines that form somewhere else.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a beautifully crafted emotional narrative that unfolds through its starry backdrop, providing players with a cozy and relaxing experience. While it presents some challenges, the focus remains on delivering a heartfelt story that resonates with players.
- “An emotional story narrated via the stars...”
- “If you're looking for a cozy, relaxing puzzle game that can be a bit challenging at times (but not too much or overwhelming) and you want to experience a beautiful, emotional story, then it's definitely worth checking out.”
graphics
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The graphics are praised for their pleasant visuals and great artwork, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere that complements the game's peaceful music. Overall, the aesthetic elements enhance the gaming experience and are highly recommended by users.
- “The visuals are very pleasant and the music is peaceful, just as it should be in a relaxing game of this kind.”
- “Great artwork, story, and music make me totally recommend the game!”
atmosphere
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The game is praised for its relaxing atmosphere, complemented by engaging mechanics that enhance the overall experience.
- “Very chill game, with a great atmosphere and engaging mechanics.”