Vestige

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Vestige is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Chemical Games and was released on January 22, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

Vestige is a third-person Action Platformer student-made game in which you play as a small adventurer, eager to uncover forgotten secrets. Jump and dash through various challenges and experience an exciting and fast-paced combat against a variety of enemies.

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Single-Player

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is a solid experience for a short playtime, lasting around 1-2 hours, and is free to play.
The platforming mechanics are enjoyable and well-designed, with a good balance of challenge and exploration.
The graphics and art direction are impressive for a student project, creating a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

Combat mechanics feel clunky and could use significant improvement, making battles less fluid and enjoyable.
Platforming can be frustrating due to janky controls and collision issues, leading to awkward jumps and softlocks.
The game lacks depth in terms of story and replayability, with some players feeling it could benefit from additional content and features.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
39%
17%
The gameplay of '[i]vestige[/i]' is praised for its depth, featuring unique mechanics like wall jumping and dashing, alongside a customizable weapon system that enhances player engagement. While the level design and platforming can be finicky at times, the overall mechanics are smooth and satisfying, with a good balance of challenge and exploration. However, some players noted that the combat could be improved and the music lacks energy during gameplay.
- “'Vestige' incorporates different gameplay aspects that give the game more depth compared to others of the same genre, such as the ability to wall jump and dash, along with a weapon that can be altered to suit different play styles.”
- “There are a handful of caves that the player must conquer, each offering a different mechanic that the player must learn and apply in order to progress, which prevents the game from being repetitive.”
- “The mechanics are tight and satisfying; while the combat could use some work, it is still enjoyable.”
- “Platforming and level design could have also been improved as some areas don't complement the platforming physics or mechanics and wind up being really finicky and awkward to navigate.”
- “It takes just over an hour to beat with slightly flawed combat and platforming mechanics as well as level design but has an upgrade and currency system where you can use minerals collected throughout the game to purchase upgrades for your weapon.”
- “Music, however, is kind of lackluster during gameplay because it's overly calm.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
9%
27%
Overall, the graphics of the game are well-received, with many players praising the unique character design and beautiful visuals. However, some users express a desire for more advanced graphic settings to improve performance on lower-end PCs. The general consensus rates the graphics around 7/10, highlighting their appeal despite some navigation issues in the settings.
- “I like the character design, loved the graphics and also the platforming.”
- “Great game, the graphics are unique and fun to look at.”
- “Very good game, beautiful graphics and fine gameplay.”
- “Graphic settings also exist, but it's a bit finicky to navigate them.”
- “This game seems really cool; it is very nice looking, but unfortunately my PC is trash. It would be awesome to have some graphics settings in the options because I have playable but low FPS. I really hope to see this feature in the game because I truly want to try it!”
- “The developer must understand that players often want advanced graphic settings and Steam achievements.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the immersive background soundtrack and sound effects, many find the in-game music to be overly calm and underwhelming, failing to match the intensity of gameplay, especially during critical moments like boss fights. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as lacking in impact and engagement.
- “Best game, best soundtrack.”
- “The level design is just... wow, I'm not even going to mention the background soundtrack, which is so immersive.”
- “Nice sounds and music.”
- “Music, however, is kind of lackluster during gameplay because it's overly calm.”
- “Even with the settings all maxed out, the music only takes up maybe 15% of the total audio you hear.”
- “You can be fighting upwards to 4 enemies at a time and the music is just nonchalantly minding its own business in the back without a care in the world about what's happening in the game.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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The game lacks a substantial story, with players noting that it feels more like a quick adventure than a narrative-driven experience. While the gameplay is enjoyable, many reviewers express a desire for a deeper storyline, particularly during key moments like the final boss fight, which feels underwhelming and disconnected from a traditional narrative. Overall, those seeking a rich story should look elsewhere.
- “This game doesn't really have the story aspect to it; however, if you're an adventurer type of gamer and want to try other quick adventure games, then definitely give this game a try.”
- “Even during the final boss fight, the music playing sounded more like I was in a mission debriefing rather than fighting a boss.”
- “If you are looking for a long story-based game, this isn't for you.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Users note a lack of replayability due to the absence of an endgame or features like new-game plus and custom content support, which limits the incentive to revisit the game after completion.
- “The game offers endless replayability with its new game plus mode and extensive custom content support.”
- “I love how the game encourages replayability through various modes and the ability to create custom content.”
- “The lack of a definitive endgame means I can keep coming back for more, especially with the new game plus feature.”
- “There is no endgame or replayability, such as new game plus or custom content support.”
- “The lack of replayability really hurts the overall experience; once you've completed it, there's not much incentive to return.”
- “Without any meaningful replayability features, the game feels like a one-and-done experience.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The game successfully creates a vibrant and colorful world despite its underground setting, effectively balancing a dark atmosphere with engaging visuals.
- “The haunting sound design and eerie visuals combine to create an immersive atmosphere that keeps you on edge throughout your journey.”
- “Every corner of the environment is filled with intricate details that enhance the overall atmosphere, making you feel truly part of this unique world.”
- “Despite the game taking place almost entirely underground, it still manages to create a colorful and vibrant world while maintaining the dark atmosphere of a sunless tunnel.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth and immersion that I expected from a game set in such a unique environment.”
- “While the visuals are decent, the overall atmosphere fails to engage me, making the experience feel hollow and disconnected.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the irony of its recommendation to use a controller while only providing control options for mouse and keyboard, leading to a comical disconnect that players find amusing.
- “The funny thing is that although the game recommends using a controller, the control menu only shows controls for a mouse and keyboard, but not for controllers.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While users appreciate the character design and graphics, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of growth or narrative depth, suggesting that this aspect may not be a focal point in the reviews.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect in games like "Red Planet Farming" and other student-developed titles to be enjoyable and engaging, highlighting a positive experience with repetitive tasks in these games.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits occasional bugs, but overall, it demonstrates commendable stability for a student project.
- “A bit buggy at times, but for a student project, this is pretty good.”