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Waking Up: Way Back Home

Waking Up: Way Back Home Game Cover
59%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
graphics
85% User Score Based on 20 reviews

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About

A child infiltrates a spaceship to carry out a secret rescue mission. His objective is compromised when they must make a forced landing on a strange planet. Explore this mysterious place, overcome obstacles, and find the way back home!

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Waking Up: Way Back Home screenshot
Waking Up: Way Back Home screenshot
Waking Up: Way Back Home screenshot
Waking Up: Way Back Home screenshot
Waking Up: Way Back Home screenshot

85%
Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews
story2 positive mentions

  • The game is fun and provides an enjoyable experience, perfect for a short play session.
  • The graphics are good, and the small story has an interesting twist at the end.
  • It's free to play, making it a great time killer for those looking for a simple adventure.
  • The game is very short, with some players feeling it resembles a tutorial more than a full game.
  • Navigation and controls can be clunky, leading to frustration during gameplay.
  • Instructions can be unclear, causing confusion about how to progress in the game.
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is generally considered interesting but criticized for being too short, with some reviewers noting a lack of depth. While the survival premise is effective, it does not provide a strong narrative drive. Overall, the gameplay is appreciated, but the brevity of the story leaves players wanting more.

    • “Interesting story, but way too short.”
    • “Good gameplay and a short story.”
    • “There is not much of a story to get you going, but the survival premise works fine.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally well-received, with users noting it as enjoyable, though some have only experienced it briefly, limiting their insights on long-term engagement. The game features a concise story that complements the gameplay experience.

    • “Good gameplay and a short story.”
  • graphics
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally praised for their quality and ability to create a compelling atmosphere, though some users express dissatisfaction with the controls and camera movement.

    • “This looks like it'll be great with the visuals and atmosphere.”
    • “The graphics look good, but I'm not a fan of the controls and camera movement.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight the game's visuals and atmosphere as standout features, suggesting that they contribute significantly to an immersive experience.

    • “This looks like it'll be great with the visuals and atmosphere.”

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