We Were Here Forever

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We Were Here Forever is a multiplayer casual puzzle game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Total Mayhem Games and was released on May 9, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"We Were Here Forever" is a cooperative first-person puzzle adventure game set in the mysterious Castle Rock. Players work together to explore the sinister castle, solve puzzles, and plot their escape. With a focus on communication and teamwork, players must navigate the castle's secrets and hidden riddles to ultimately escape the castle's grasp. Trust and collaboration are key in this chilling Antarctic adventure.

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94%

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story230 positive mentions

optimization19 negative mentions

The game features a cohesive and engaging story that ties together the previous entries in the series.
Puzzles are diverse, challenging, and require effective communication between players, enhancing the co-op experience.
The graphics and atmosphere are significantly improved, creating a visually stunning environment that immerses players.

The game suffers from performance issues, including long loading times and frame rate drops in certain areas.
Some puzzles feel one-sided, with one player doing most of the work while the other waits, leading to a less balanced experience.
The ending is disappointing and anticlimactic, leaving players feeling unsatisfied after a lengthy journey.

story
508 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in this game series has evolved significantly, with many players noting its increased depth and cohesion compared to earlier installments. While some found the narrative engaging and well-integrated with the puzzles, others criticized it for being convoluted or lacking clarity, particularly in its conclusion. Overall, the story is seen as a compelling backdrop to the gameplay, though opinions vary on its execution and impact.
- “Absolutely amazing series, the story and gameplay drew me in immediately!”
- “The story is intriguing and the puzzles are smart and not as easy as one could think.”
- “The story was super unique and had very unexpected twists and turns that you don't see coming.”
- “The story is mediocre and is definitely a letdown with that horrid ending.”
- “The story isn't executed very well.”
- “The story was ok but disjointed and the ending was terrible.”
graphics
170 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in this game have received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers noting significant improvements over previous titles in the series. The art style is described as beautiful and atmospheric, enhancing the overall gameplay experience, although some players reported performance issues and frame drops. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature, contributing to the game's immersive storytelling and engaging puzzle design.
- “Graphically the best game in the series so far.”
- “The graphics and sound design are perfect for this type of game, creating a haunting and atmospheric environment that perfectly complements the gameplay.”
- “The visuals, models, and environment had the biggest glow-up of the century, and I dare say specific locations are really breathtaking!”
- “The performance overall wasn't great however, even after reducing the game's graphical fidelity.”
- “Graphics optimization is really bad; it really needs to be improved.”
- “The reason for my negative review is how poor the optimization for such a simple game is. No matter what graphical settings I chose, I consistently had extreme frame drops and stutters.”
gameplay
128 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is widely praised for its engaging and challenging puzzles, innovative mechanics, and smooth cooperative experience, making it a standout in the series. Players appreciate the variety of puzzle types that require communication and collaboration, although some note issues with bugs and a lack of initial guidance on mechanics. Overall, the game offers a substantial amount of content, with many enjoying the atmospheric visuals and immersive storytelling that complement the gameplay.
- “There were a lot of fun new puzzle mechanics introduced, while keeping to the feel of the previous games.”
- “The gameplay makes you think and work with your partner, the story is engaging, and the game generally looks beautiful.”
- “The puzzles present a well-crafted balance between challenge and accessibility, with a storyline that complements gameplay nicely.”
- “I don't think it was worth the money for the lack of gameplay.”
- “The mechanics of the game are often clunky and hinder playing, many puzzles are entirely one-sided or just break for no visible reason, and most are so incredibly simple that I'm glad I didn't pay full price for this.”
- “This game is more frustrating than fun and it's not because the riddles are too hard, but because of the gameplay.”
music
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its ability to enhance the atmosphere and emotional depth of the experience. The soundtrack is described as beautiful, immersive, and well-complemented by the game's visuals and narrative, making it a standout feature. While a few users found the music less impactful, the overall consensus is that it significantly contributes to the game's appeal, with some even suggesting it deserves awards for its quality.
- “Very nice ambiance and amazing music, worth your buck.”
- “The story was so well written... with one of the best soundtracks to any game accompanying it.”
- “The music is great, graphics are simplistic, but aren't lacking.”
- “As it turns out, it's music theory translated back and forth between a guy with a lisp and a guy that doesn't know what a quarter-note is.”
- “The worst instance was a 3 minutes wait where there was no music, no dialogue, or anything interactable.”
- “The environment is nice to look at but mostly static and the only thing you can interact with is the puzzles, the game can sometimes feel a bit slow as the music is slow and some of the puzzles leave you in the same spot for maybe a bit too long.”
atmosphere
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its haunting and immersive qualities, enhanced by excellent graphics, sound design, and creative storytelling. Players appreciate the blend of spooky yet playful elements, which contribute to a captivating environment that complements the engaging puzzles. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as dense, beautiful, and integral to the cooperative experience, making it a standout feature in the series.
- “The graphics and sound design are perfect for this type of game, creating a haunting and atmospheric environment that perfectly complements the gameplay.”
- “The atmosphere is very well crafted with fantastic sound design and music.”
- “The atmosphere and landscapes are beautiful, and I adore that an official YouTube series was released along with the game.”
- “The game is flooded with atmosphere throughout with some genuinely creepy moments (especially if you don't like deep water!).”
- “I personally didn't care much for the story, but the whole atmosphere of the game is what matters most.”
- “Overall the atmosphere the game creates is dense and fits well to the castle/trap/escape setting.”
optimization
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received widespread criticism, with players reporting significant performance issues, including frame drops and stuttering, even on high-end systems. Many users noted that the game struggles in open areas and during loading sequences, leading to an overall frustrating experience. While some improvements over previous titles were acknowledged, the consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization updates to enhance playability.
- “Technically, the game is also better optimized than previous ones in the series.”
- “Performance is rock solid beyond these load moments, and I had no issues playing the game whatsoever.”
- “Otherwise, I encountered no bugs or performance issues.”
- “Horrible performance on top hardware in open areas.”
- “The performance overall wasn't great; however, even after reducing the game's graphical fidelity.”
- “The reason for my negative review is how poor the optimization for such a simple game is. No matter what graphical settings I chose, I consistently had extreme frame drops and stutters.”
stability
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The game's stability has been a significant concern among players, with many reporting numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, including game-breaking issues that prevent progression. While some users noted improvements in later patches, the initial experience was marred by connection problems, soft locks, and other technical difficulties. Overall, the game is described as fun but plagued by stability issues that can detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Many other reviews at the time of release suggested similar glitches, and we found ourselves in the same boat; the glitches haven't been fixed.”
- “Buggy, broken, can't get past chapter 5 due to a game-breaking bug.”
- “While the game is great and has many puzzles that are easy to miss but fun to play, the constant glitches, the places not loading properly, and multiple other game-breaking glitches made me quit in the middle of play because I was tired of restarting my game due to lack of bug testing.”
emotional
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with many players expressing that it brought them to tears, particularly during the impactful ending. Reviewers noted the game's ability to create a heart-wrenching experience through its narrative and cooperative gameplay, often highlighting the emotional weight of sacrifices made by characters. Overall, players found the game to be a surprising emotional journey that enhanced their gaming experience, despite some critiques regarding pacing and narrative consistency.
- “I cried real tears playing this game.”
- “The ending without spoiling it was emotional.”
- “The fact that the jester had escaped scot-free, while my friend and I struggled so desperately to help each other onto the piece of wood... it was heart-wrenching.”
humor
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying its blend of spooky and hilarious elements, particularly during cooperative puzzle-solving. Many reviews highlight the comedic moments that arise from miscommunication and the absurdity of certain puzzles, leading to laughter and memorable experiences with friends. Overall, the game successfully combines challenging gameplay with entertaining humor, making it a fun co-op adventure.
- “Needless to say, we are very satisfied spending 40 minutes doing the same timed puzzle over and over again or trying to understand the absolutely convoluted moon logic the devs came up with, but to be honest, we would pay the full price just to have El Payaso laughing for 11 hours in a loop.”
- “The game had a nice variety of puzzles, including one that was a pain to do but had me and my friend laughing through it.”
- “This time they added new twists to the puzzles, e.g., there were sound-based puzzles which not only challenged us to think differently but also resulted in very funny moments as you try to mimic the sounds.”
- “The humor in the game falls flat, often relying on tired clichés that fail to elicit any genuine laughter.”
- “I expected a lot more from the comedic elements, but they mostly missed the mark and felt forced.”
- “While the game tries to be funny, the jokes often feel out of place and detract from the overall experience.”
grinding
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is largely viewed as tedious, with many players expressing frustration over the repetitive nature of puzzles and travel. While some appreciate the effort put into the game's design and find enjoyment in the content, the overall sentiment leans towards the experience being overly time-consuming and lacking in satisfaction, particularly in later stages.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The most tedious, annoying 'game' I've ever had the misfortune of trying to play.”
- “My only gripe is that some puzzles have become extremely tedious to do; they are still simple to figure out but take too much time to complete.”
replayability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed, with some players noting limited value after the initial playthrough due to scripted puzzles and shared content. However, the presence of multiple sides to explore and unique puzzles can enhance replay value for some, particularly in the standout title of the series. While some entries offer more replayability than others, many players feel that the experience is best enjoyed once, with little incentive to return immediately.
- “Some of the achievements are dependent on which 'side' of the puzzle you do, so you might get some more replay value by playing both sides.”
- “The asymmetric design lends itself not only to replayability but also to one-of-a-kind puzzles.”
- “It changed it up, making it more difficult as well as different, which added additional replayability.”
- “It also has little replayability after completing the first time around.”
- “Game also lost a lot of replayability as more puzzles have scripted solutions instead of being randomized.”
- “The only downside to this game, in my opinion, is the obvious lack of replayability.”
character development
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The game is praised for its engaging story and strong character development, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience, despite some frustrating puzzles.
- “Actually a great game with a compelling story and impressive character development, making it super fun despite some frustrating puzzles.”
- “The character development is one of the standout features, allowing players to connect deeply with the characters and their journeys.”
- “I love how the character development unfolds throughout the game, providing a rich narrative experience that keeps me engaged.”

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We Were Here Forever is a casual puzzle game with fantasy theme.

We Were Here Forever is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 9 hours playing We Were Here Forever.

We Were Here Forever was released on May 9, 2022.

We Were Here Forever was developed by Total Mayhem Games.

We Were Here Forever has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

We Were Here Forever is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

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