Wanderlust: Transsiberian

62%
Game Brain Score Based on 58 reviews
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  • music
  • graphics
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In "Wanderlust: Transsiberian," embark on a captivating rail journey across Siberia, experiencing stunning landscapes through bespoke photography and rich narratives. Shape your adventure by interacting with the world, forming new acquaintances, or maintaining solitude as you traverse the longest railway line in the world. Immerse yourself in Russia's heart and soul, exploring monumental Moscow and the never-ending birch woods of the east.

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62%
Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews
story18 positive mentions
grinding3 negative mentions
  • The writing is well-crafted and provides a detailed narrative that engages the reader.
  • The visuals and music create a relaxing atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The game offers a unique perspective on travel and relationships, allowing players to explore character dynamics.
  • The gameplay is minimal, often feeling more like an e-book than a game, with choices that have little impact on the story.
  • The characters are often insufferable, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
  • The story is criticized for relying on stereotypes and lacking depth in its portrayal of Russian culture.
  • story42 mentions

    The story in this game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its well-written narrative and immersive details, while others criticize it for being too personal and lacking in exploration of the Siberian landscape. Players appreciate the character dynamics and the emotional depth of the brothers' relationship, but many feel the experience is limited by the confined setting of a train and the short length of the story. Overall, it offers a blend of introspective storytelling and interactive elements, though it may not satisfy those seeking a more expansive travel experience.

    • “The writing is powerful in details and uses photographs to help set the tones of the story well.”
    • “Wanderlust gives you a nicely knitted story and an exciting journey through Russia on the Trans-Siberian railroad.”
    • “I enjoyed the story and characters, and thought the choices and their consequences made sense within the narrative.”
    • “Another lackluster story by the Wanderlust team. While the lack of choices is quite understandable because of the setting of train travel, the story being too personal serves as a major distraction to the whole exploration and travel theme.”
    • “Conditionally not recommended: if you actually want to read a story about Siberia and see much more than the inside of a train compartment, there are probably more interesting videos on YouTube.”
    • “I was wanting a trip along this railroad and all its culture and sights; all I got was a sad story of two brothers that don't get along and a past of sorrow.”
  • music18 mentions

    The music in the game is consistently praised for being catchy and enhancing the overall experience, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere that complements the visuals and storytelling. Players appreciate the combination of well-written text, stunning photographs, and immersive background music, which together create a captivating journey through the narrative. However, some users noted that while the music is enjoyable, the main characters may detract from the overall experience.

    • “I'm a bit stressed out at the moment so it was nice to go on a journey of imagination... the music and imagery were very chill on the whole, very different game and I enjoyed it.”
    • “Very relaxing text adventure with great music to learn a little about the Trans-Siberian route.”
    • “Stunning photographs and background music really make the story seem all that more real.”
  • graphics8 mentions

    The graphics are generally praised for their quality and appeal, with users noting that the visuals are nice and well-executed. However, some players found the overall experience lacking due to issues with character development, despite appreciating the visual and musical elements.

    • “The visuals were nice, and so was the music.”
    • “The interface works well and the visuals are good.”
    • “So until I find out what's wrong, I did not like anything except the graphics.”
  • gameplay4 mentions

    The gameplay of this visual/interactive novel is largely criticized for its lack of substance, with users noting that it consists mainly of clicking through poorly written dialogue. However, some reviewers acknowledge that there are decent mechanics present for a visual novel.

    • “Nice mechanics for a visual novel.”
    • “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books to be tedious, likening the experience to a frustratingly slow reading process where each sentence requires a mouse click, detracting from the enjoyment of the narrative. This repetitive clicking can make engaging with the story feel laborious rather than immersive.

    • “Grinding in this game feels like a never-ending chore, where progress is painfully slow and repetitive.”
    • “The constant need to grind for resources makes the gameplay feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
    • “I found myself stuck in an endless loop of grinding, which took away from the enjoyment of the story and characters.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    Players appreciate the game's emotional depth, noting that characters exhibit varied responses and feelings based on their current emotional states, enhancing the overall immersive experience.

    • “I really like that the character will respond and feel differently about things depending on their current emotional perspective.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the visual novel is highly praised for its strong writing, which effectively immerses readers in the unique nuances of Russian culture.

    • “This visual novel is very well written, which helps the reader feel the unique atmosphere of Russian culture.”
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