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Vesper

It's a truly beautiful game to look at, but with slow pacing and puzzles that never really hit the mark it's hard to recommend Vesper.
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61%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
70% User Score Based on 30 reviews
Critic Score 60%Based on 5 reviews

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About Vesper

Vesper is a single player casual platformer game with a post-apocalyptic theme. It was developed by Cordens Interactive and was released on July 30, 2021. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

Thousands of years after the activation of the Vesper Protocol, a small android crosses a fallen world, hunted by merciless machines, to control the power of Light.

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70%Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews
story7 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • Stunning visuals and beautiful art design that create an immersive atmosphere.
  • The soundtrack enhances the experience, adding to the overall mood of the game.
  • Simple yet enjoyable gameplay that is family-friendly and reminiscent of classic puzzle platformers.
  • Gameplay can feel tedious and lacks challenge, with many puzzles being overly simplistic.
  • The story is cryptic and poorly explained, leading to a lack of emotional attachment.
  • Controls can be clunky and the game features an overabundance of chase sequences that detract from the experience.

  • story

    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    44% positive mentions, 37% neutral mentions, 19% negative mentions

    The story in Vesper is described as cryptic and obscure, leaving many players feeling detached and confused, especially in the early stages. While some appreciate the atmospheric storytelling and the gradual revelation of the plot, others find it lacking in character development and clarity, resulting in a hollow game world. Overall, the narrative is seen as a hidden gem that requires players to engage their imagination, but it may not appeal to those seeking a straightforward or detailed storyline.

    • “It's a 10/10 on the art department, it's a gorgeous game with a brilliant soundtrack and an interesting (albeit cryptic) storyline.”
    • “The soundtrack was atmospheric and the snippets of background story you find on the journey are really cool!”
    • “The story is interesting and slowly revealed, a hidden gem.”
    • “My biggest issue with the game was its story.”
    • “The best part was definitely the illustrated levels, but without having any underlying story to follow, the game world feels hollow.”
    • “There are no characters or story to help motivate you through the boring game; it's all just a bunch of vague imagery and cryptic text messages.”

  • graphics

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

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals and artistic design, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Players are particularly impressed by the beautiful artwork and environmental storytelling, which draw inspiration from classic titles while delivering a unique aesthetic. However, some users noted the lack of a tutorial and control options, which detracts from the overall experience despite the impressive visuals.

    • “Very beautiful graphics, but no tutorial, and no controls/key binding options in the settings menu.”
    • “Incredible visuals and soundtrack, and overall the game is very clearly drawing inspiration from the original Oddworld games which are great.”
    • “I initially thought Vesper would be a more classic platforming game but I got dragged in by its gorgeous visuals and the environmental storytelling.”

  • gameplay

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 34% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics and easy puzzles, designed to complement the game's stunning visuals and relaxing atmosphere. While some players find the gameplay enjoyable and straightforward, others criticize it for being clunky and suffering from poor level design. Overall, it offers a casual experience that may appeal to fans of similar puzzle platformers.

    • “As a puzzle platformer, the gameplay is pretty simple and the puzzles fairly easy, but I suspect that's a deliberate choice to prevent distracting the player from the beauty and the journey.”
    • “Only 2.5 hours in and, so far, it hasn't been difficult; rather casual and relaxing gameplay, while enjoying the scenery and soundtrack.”
    • “Gameplay and mechanics are straightforward and well done, but the visual and audio atmosphere of the game are where it really shines.”
    • “The mechanics can be tedious and often the light transfer takes 2-3 tries before it actually works, which led me to believe I was wrong about how to solve the puzzle when I wasn't.”
    • “This game has absolutely terrible level design and gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, it can be a bit clunky at times.”

  • music

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    71% positive mentions, 15% neutral mentions, 14% negative mentions

    The music in the game is generally praised for its atmospheric quality and strong soundtrack, enhancing the overall experience alongside the stunning visuals. While some players note that the soundtrack can be inconsistent, it is often described as brilliant and fitting for the game's aesthetic and storyline. Overall, the combination of art and music contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “It's a 10/10 on the art department; it's a gorgeous game with a brilliant soundtrack and an interesting (albeit cryptic) storyline.”
    • “The soundtrack was atmospheric, and the snippets of background story you find on the journey are really cool!”
    • “Incredible visuals and soundtrack, and overall the game is very clearly drawing inspiration from the original Oddworld games, which are great.”
    • “Do not expect much more than the art and soundtrack.”

  • atmosphere

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

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its impressive art direction and atmospheric soundtrack, which enhance the overall experience. While the gameplay is straightforward, the rich visual and audio elements create a captivating backdrop that draws players in, despite the story being somewhat complex and the gameplay simplistic.

    • “The soundtrack was atmospheric, and the snippets of background story you find on the journey are really cool!”
    • “Definitely not for everyone, as the game is rather simplistic, and the story a bit too difficult to follow, but wow - absolutely amazing art direction and atmosphere.”
    • “Gameplay and mechanics are straightforward and well done, but the visual and audio atmosphere of the game are where it really shines.”

  • grinding

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

    Players find the game's mechanics visually appealing but often tedious, particularly noting that certain actions, like light transfer, can require multiple attempts to succeed, leading to frustration and confusion.

    • “This game is gorgeous, but the mechanics can be tedious. Often, the light transfer takes 2-3 tries before it actually works, which led me to believe I was wrong about how to solve the puzzle when I wasn't.”
    • “It looks very nice, but it's so tedious.”

  • emotional

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

    Players found the emotional aspect lacking due to an unclear and obscure storyline, resulting in little to no emotional attachment to the game.

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60%Critics’ scoreBased on 5 critic reviews
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Vesper is a casual platformer game with post-apocalyptic theme. Common tags for Vesper include indie, 2d, linear, exploration, choices matter and others.

Vesper is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

Vesper was released on July 30, 2021.

Vesper was developed by Cordens Interactive.

Vesper has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked Vesper for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Vesper is a single player game.

Similar games include Full Void, Planet of Lana, White Shadows, PLANET ALPHA, INMOST and others.