- July 3, 2018
- Play Cute
- 4h median play time
Varenje
Platforms
About
"Varenje" is a whimsical adventure game where players become tiny, exploring a world inhabited by bugs and creatures. After sampling a mysterious berry, the player must collect raspberries to cook grandmother's jam, a remedy for returning to normal size. Along the way, players will uncover the secrets of this miniature world and its inhabitants, forming friendships to help in their journey.








- The game features beautiful and colorful artwork that enhances the overall experience.
- The puzzles are engaging and provide a good balance of challenge without being overly difficult.
- The hint system is creative, allowing players to earn hints by solving mini puzzles, which adds an interesting layer to the gameplay.
- The story is jarring and feels out of place, with cutscenes that detract from the overall charm of the game.
- Some puzzles lack clear instructions, leading to confusion and frustration for players.
- The game is misleadingly marketed as free to play, as it only offers the first chapter, requiring players to purchase the full game as DLC.
story
362 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story in this game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it confusing, bizarre, or unnecessary, often detracting from the overall experience. While some appreciate the unique and whimsical elements reminiscent of titles like "The Tiny Bang Story," others criticize the narrative for being poorly executed and lacking coherence. Overall, players suggest focusing on the gameplay and puzzles rather than the story, which many feel does not enhance the game significantly.
“Very interesting story with the narrator.”
“The story was interesting and I'd love to see more games like it :)”
“Beautiful illustration and captivating story.”
“The background story did nothing to enhance the game and had a very tenuous link to what was going on in the gameplay.”
“Nothing in this game made sense to me-- maybe I need to buy the full version to understand the full story, but I don't want to spend money on a game that leaves me confused to this extent.”
“The voiceovers all sound like Google text-to-speech, and the actual plot presented in the cutscenes doesn't really seem to fit in with the gameplay.”