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Waking Tides

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49%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
67% User Score Based on 24 reviews

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About Waking Tides

Waking Tides is a single player casual shooter game with horror, mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by AirshipFx and was released on March 16, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Delve into a first person adventure game world where augmented reality extends your gameplay, seamlessly blurring the lines between reality and fantasy. AR HYBRID GAMEPLAY Here's a small overview on how the AR companion "hint" app works. The AR is based on native smartphone WebAR technology (Android/Apple AR quicklook technolgy) - no extra app download needed. STORY INTRODUCTION In the murky haze …

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67%Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
story4 negative mentions
  • The sound design is exceptional, enhancing the immersive experience with atmospheric music and realistic background sounds.
  • The graphics and Lovecraftian atmosphere are visually stunning, creating a creepy and engaging environment.
  • The AR integration with QR codes adds a unique and interactive element to the gameplay, making puzzle-solving feel innovative.
  • The game is very short, leaving players wanting more and feeling unsatisfied with the overall experience.
  • The story is confusing and lacks depth, making it hard for players to connect with the narrative.
  • The interface is awkward and not user-friendly, with issues like hard-to-see interactive elements and unclear controls.

  • graphics

    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 20% neutral mentions, 20% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game are frequently praised for their stunning visuals and immersive atmosphere, particularly on high settings. However, some players express disappointment, feeling that despite the impressive graphics, the overall gameplay experience falls short of expectations.

    • “The graphics and atmosphere are awesome.”
    • “Overall a decent short walking sim game with some spectacular visuals.”
    • “Gorgeous visuals on extreme setting.”
    • “I was very disappointed with this game as the idea, the graphics, and the trailer all looked promising.”
    • “I typically like these games, but this one lacks too much despite its visuals.”

  • story

    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The story has been described as confusing and uninspired, with many players feeling it lacks depth and clarity. Despite its shortcomings, some users appreciate the overall vibe of the game, which adds to the enjoyment. However, the abrupt ending leaves many feeling unsatisfied and questioning the narrative.

    • “Uninspired story and awkward interface.”
    • “Lack of story, it ended quickly leaving me going, 'Wait, what?'”
    • “Where is the story?”

  • atmosphere

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

    The atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning graphics and effective creepiness, with many reviewers highlighting a strong Lovecraftian influence that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The graphics and atmosphere are awesome.”
    • “The atmosphere is really creepy in a good way.”
    • “Visually, it's stunning and I love the Lovecraftian atmosphere.”

  • gameplay

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

    Players feel that the game lacks essential introductory instructions on its mechanics, which should be readily accessible from the beginning. This oversight impacts the overall gameplay experience, as users expect clearer guidance to navigate the game effectively.

    • “These are not hints but the basic instructions of the game mechanics, which should surely be available right at the start.”

  • music

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

    Users highlight the impactful and engaging nature of the music, noting how it effectively enhances the overall experience of the game.

    • “The way the music kicks in is absolutely exhilarating.”
    • “The music adds an incredible energy to the gameplay.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the game's atmosphere.”
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Waking Tides is a casual shooter game with horror, mystery and thriller themes. Common tags for Waking Tides include first-person, indie, surreal, psychological, exploration and others.

Waking Tides is available on PC and Windows.

Waking Tides was released on March 16, 2024.

Waking Tides was developed by AirshipFx.

Waking Tides has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Waking Tides for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Waking Tides is a single player game.