VORON: Raven’s Story

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VORON: Raven’s Story is a single player open world simulation game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Merk Games and was released on November 10, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

VORON: Raven’s Story is a Norse-inspired open-world game where you guide a raven on a journey from its first flight to the afterlife. Master flying skills, solve puzzles, and uncover secrets while helping lost souls reach the World of Gods. Face ancient evils, reunite with your family, and shape your fate with multiple endings.

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Audience ScoreBased on 95 reviews

story26 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful visuals and a charming atmosphere, making it a relaxing experience.
The flight mechanics are enjoyable and intuitive, allowing players to explore the world freely.
The story, inspired by Norse mythology, is engaging and emotional, providing a meaningful backdrop to the gameplay.

The game is relatively short, leaving players wanting more content and depth.
Controls can feel janky and unpolished at times, leading to frustrating moments during gameplay.
Some puzzles are overly simplistic, and the lack of a clear narrative resolution may disappoint players seeking a more fulfilling conclusion.

story
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its poignant themes and Norse mythology inspiration, though some find it a bit simplistic or unpolished. The narrative is described as heartwarming and atmospheric, effectively complemented by stunning visuals and engaging flight mechanics. While some players note that the story may not be deeply explored or expansive, it offers a memorable experience that resonates emotionally, particularly in its final moments.
- “The story is very poignant, visuals are stunning and the final area will stick with me for life.”
- “The very Norse-flavored storyline makes for some very cool events and mechanics as you progress.”
- “The story doesn’t rely on heavy dialogue or exposition; instead, it invites players to piece together meaning through visuals, environmental hints, and quiet moments of reflection.”
- “The graphics, the story, and the flight controls all feel half-finished.”
- “Game feels a little unpolished with bugs that are almost game-breaking and a story that is a little monotonous and doesn't really explore the mythology.”
- “Those looking for combat depth, long story arcs, or expansive RPG elements may walk away unsatisfied.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is highly praised for its engaging flight mechanics, which many players describe as satisfying and enjoyable. The combination of a captivating Norse-inspired storyline and beautiful graphics enhances the overall experience, making it both fun and emotionally resonant. While the game is relatively short, it offers a fresh and immersive journey that keeps players hooked.
- “Detailed and responsive flight mechanics, stunning graphics, and a very unique story.”
- “The ragdolling is hilarious, the flight mechanics are pretty much the best-feeling and most satisfying I've ever experienced in a video game, and the music and aesthetics are beautiful.”
- “Great flight mechanics and interesting story!”
- “I had played through the demo twice and was expecting a little, 2-3 hour game with an alright story and gameplay.”
- “It's just gameplay.”
- “Voron is a really good game even if it's relatively short (I did some additional exploration and fooled around with the flight mechanics and completed the game in both ways) at around five hours.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the stunning visuals and enchanting art style, while others criticize technical issues and a lack of polish. Some players appreciate the intentional simplicity of the graphics, likening them to nostalgic styles, but note that improvements are needed for a more consistent experience. Overall, the visuals are seen as a highlight for some, but a point of contention for others, particularly regarding performance and detail.
- “The story is very poignant, visuals are stunning and the final area will stick with me for life.”
- “Detailed and responsive flight mechanics, stunning graphics, and a very unique story.”
- “I see others saying that this game's style needs some work, but I disagree - the simplistic art style of this game feels very intentional and, in my opinion, complements the gameplay well.”
- “The graphics, the story, and the flight controls all feel half-finished.”
- “First, the game struggled to run with the highest graphical settings, especially in one of the puzzle rooms.”
- “Reducing the graphics fixed that issue, but honestly, this game looks pretty bad on any visual setting other than the highest.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and beautiful qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and experience. While many players enjoyed the soundtrack and its ability to complement the visuals, some noted a desire for more variety and dynamic changes to keep the experience fresh. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's immersive environment.
- “Music is relaxing, the environment is pretty, and I generally had a very good time with it!”
- “The world is gorgeous, the music is calming, and the puzzles make you feel smart for at least 5 seconds before you fly straight into a wall.”
- “The soundtrack is impressive as it sets the mood and ties everything together!”
- “I found the game a bit too quiet at times because the same soundtrack played for a long period.”
- “The sound design deepens this mood: the rush of wind, the distant rumble of storms, and soft musical cues build a soundscape that feels both peaceful and mysterious.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and contemplative qualities, enhanced by a compelling story and evocative music. Players appreciate the blend of chill exploration and emotional depth, creating a cozy yet engaging experience. While the atmosphere is generally well-received, some suggest that additional musical variety could further enrich the experience.
- ““Voron: Raven’s Story” is a compact but atmospheric adventure that embraces a perspective most games ignore: the quiet, weightless life of a raven bound to a mythic destiny.”
- “A great deal of the game’s atmosphere comes from its presentation.”
- “Players who appreciate contemplative games, atmospheric journeys, or titles that evoke emotion through movement more than mechanics will find something special here.”
- “There were moments when the music changed, and I really enjoyed those. Adding more variety could improve the atmosphere.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a heartfelt narrative that, while not groundbreaking, resonates with players and evokes genuine feelings, often leading to tears. Although the story is brief and may leave some ideas underdeveloped, it maintains a sincere charm throughout the journey, complemented by beautiful art and intuitive controls. Overall, the emotional experience is impactful, leaving a lasting impression despite its shortcomings.
- “Haven't even finished, but it low-key made me cry more than once. The flying mechanics are also fun to play with, so that's a bonus.”
- “The narrative, although short, maintains an emotional thread throughout the adventure.”
- “While the ending doesn’t deliver a dramatic confrontation or a fully realized emotional payoff, the journey itself carries a sincere charm that lingers after the credits.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's visual style is appreciated for its aesthetic appeal, demonstrating that high-quality graphics don't necessarily require heavy optimization. However, players have reported issues with movement stuttering, likening it to the lag experienced in online games, indicating that optimization could be improved.
- “The visual style was also pleasing to the eye; not every game needs to be an unoptimized Unreal Engine mess to look good.”
- “It led to me stuttering around with my movement, similar to playing an online game with server lag.”
- “The game frequently drops frames, making it nearly unplayable during intense moments.”
- “I experienced constant slowdowns and crashes, which ruined the overall experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game experiences occasional stability issues, such as terrain clipping, buggy air dodges, and erratic respawn behavior after collecting speed orbs. However, these rough patches do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “The game has a few rough patches, such as clipping through terrain at times, buggy air dodges when using the sister's abilities, and collecting a lot of speed orbs before dying can cause you to launch unexpectedly upon respawning.”
- “I experienced frequent crashes and frame drops, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The stability issues are frustrating; I often find myself getting stuck in the environment or experiencing lag during crucial moments.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game largely through its ragdoll physics and the absurdity of its flight mechanics, which are described as both satisfying and entertaining. The combination of beautiful music and aesthetics further enhances the comedic experience, especially when players unlock the ability to collect souls from a distance, leading to hilariously fast movement.
- “The ragdolling is hilarious; the flight mechanics are the best-feeling and most satisfying I've ever experienced in a video game, and the music and aesthetics are beautiful.”
- “Lastly, as a fun tip: once you get the ability to collect souls from a distance, you can become so fast it's hilarious.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has limited replayability, as it can be completed in just a few hours and lacks branching paths or significant content variations.
- “The adventure can be completed in just a few hours, and it doesn’t offer much in terms of replayability or branching paths.”