We are Eva
- June 16, 2023
- Totally Normal Creature
Get on Steam"We Are Eva" is a platformer game where you play as Eva, a creature who can travel between different dimensions. Each dimension has its own unique properties and challenges, and the levels change each time you fail. As you help Eva on her mission to stop an evil force, you'll experience dynamic levels and have the freedom to explore and find your own path. Eva herself is a charismatic companion, promising to be the best playable character in gaming history.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique mechanic of switching between two dimensions, adding depth and variety to the platforming experience.
- The levels are well-designed with creative challenges that adjust after each death, keeping gameplay fresh and engaging.
- The character's personality and dialogue add charm to the game, making it entertaining and enjoyable.
- The graphics are considered unattractive and can be difficult to read, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Some gameplay mechanics, such as dying from touching the edges of the screen, are seen as frustrating and unfair.
- The game is relatively short, which may leave players wanting more content for the price.
- gameplay8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a unique dimension-switching mechanic that adds depth and challenge to the platforming experience, earning it a nomination for the Most Innovative Gameplay Award at the Steam Awards 2023. While some mechanics can feel frustrating or unfair, the overall design is praised for being rewarding and engaging, striking a balance between challenge and fairness. Players appreciate the opportunity to strategize routes by viewing both dimensions simultaneously, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
“Pretty neat, not often your fingers need to memorize new mechanics in a platformer.”
“Great platformer with original dimension mechanics.”
“It's a really fun and challenging precision platformer with a unique game mechanic, allowing you to switch to the different dimensions.”
“Pretty poor gameplay.”
“It somewhat plays around frustrating mechanics, intentionally so.”
“There are some mechanics introduced in the later levels that are just kind of unfair (like some fairies that trigger random controller inputs) but for the most part it stays in challenging-but-fair territory.”
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-received, featuring a well-crafted original soundtrack that adapts to different dimensions without being intrusive. Players appreciate its ability to enhance the mood and find it suitable for background listening, even outside of gameplay. Overall, the music adds a positive layer to the gaming experience.
“Music is a surprising point of interest.”
“Nothing too fancy, but unintrusive and a really nice mood music for certain situations.”
“The way it changes for the different dimensions and has different variations of each piece of music... but never seems to be intrusive.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics have been criticized for being astonishingly ugly and difficult to read, with some users noting that color blindness can further complicate the visual experience.
“The visuals are stunning and incredibly detailed, creating an immersive experience.”
“The graphics are vibrant and beautifully designed, enhancing the overall gameplay.”
“The art style is unique and captivating, making every scene a visual delight.”
“Astonishingly ugly and unreadable graphics.”
“The visuals I do have a minor gripe about: color blindness is a minor issue.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the game's mechanics, particularly highlighting a sense of emotional disconnection due to seemingly arbitrary deaths, such as dying for touching the top of the map, which they find illogical and frustrating.
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 200 % negative mentions
The story is considered limited and not the main focus of the game, but players appreciate the charm of the character they control.
“The story is engaging and adds depth to the gameplay experience.”
“The character we are controlling is quite lovely and adds a personal touch to the narrative.”
“While the story may not be the main focus, it still provides a charming backdrop to the game.”
“The story is rather limited and clearly not the focus of the game.”
“While the character we are controlling is quite lovely, the narrative feels underdeveloped.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by witty dialogue, particularly a humorous exchange about skipping dialogue, which adds a lighthearted touch to the experience.
“The funny moment with the dialogue about skipping dialogue had me laughing out loud!”
“The humor in the game is spot on, with clever jokes that keep you entertained.”
“I love how the characters have such witty banter; it adds a delightful layer of fun to the gameplay.”
