Weakless

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Weakless is a puzzle-based game featuring two characters, one who is deaf and the other who is blind, who must work together to navigate a beautiful organic fantasy world. Controlling one character at a time, players will experience the unique perspective of each character's disability and how they complement each other's abilities. The game emphasizes the beauty of true friendship and the power of supporting each other.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

63%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The game features a beautiful art style and stunning visuals that enhance the overall experience.
The unique gameplay mechanics involving a blind and deaf character create interesting puzzles and a fresh perspective.
The music and atmosphere contribute to a relaxing and enjoyable experience, making it a pleasant adventure.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues that can disrupt gameplay.
Puzzles often feel too simplistic and do not fully utilize the unique abilities of the characters, leading to a lack of challenge.
The story can be confusing and lacks depth, leaving players unsure of their goals and the overall narrative.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game is a visually-driven narrative about two weavlings on a quest to save the world, conveyed through art and drawings rather than dialogue. While many players find the characters endearing and the overall tale charming, the lack of clarity and depth in the plot can lead to confusion and a sense of aimlessness. Overall, the story is appreciated for its simplicity and artistic presentation, but it may leave some players wanting more substance and coherence.
- “Weakless is a beautiful tale about two weavlings who help each other save the world together. The story in the game is like being in a narrative storybook without any dialogue. The developers try to tell the tale with a cute use of art and drawings on walls throughout for you to piece together the story. There is something about this tale that makes you fall in love with the main characters and want them to reach their goal.”
- “The gameplay is great, mechanics are like butter, and the story is so well-told without using any dialogue.”
- “A wonderful story about two unlikely heroes discovering the reason for the corrupted sap in the life tree.”
- “With the lack of a coherent plot, you find yourself confused most of the time and constantly asking yourself, 'Why am I even doing this?'”
- “This story is not giving much information, only pictures and small clips of moving images, leaving it truly up to your interpretation in the end.”
- “The game looks good and has interesting music, but it is short (2 hours) and the story is boring.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
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The gameplay is characterized by innovative mechanics that creatively incorporate deaf and blind elements, enhancing the overall experience and appreciation of the environment and music. While some players find the mechanics engaging and well-executed, others feel the gameplay lacks complexity and challenge, with puzzles that can be solved easily. Overall, the game's unique concept and relaxed atmosphere are highlighted as its strongest points, despite some technical issues.
- “The mechanics of deaf and blind are made very well and make the gameplay very interesting.”
- “The game's mechanics and concept are the strongest point of the game, and I like the direction they went in with the mechanics that fit the characters.”
- “The gameplay is great, mechanics are like butter, and the story is so well-told without using any dialogue.”
- “I didn't enjoy my romp through someone's work they put into this, but this game and its mechanics just miss for me.”
- “The deaf/blind aspect doesn't really crop up except in one puzzle mechanic that I've come across.”
- “And yet I was able to solve all the puzzles I encountered in this game during my gameplay time.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised for its atmospheric quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many players appreciating its integration with the game's art direction. However, some users find the repetitive nature of certain tracks grating over time, which can detract from the enjoyment. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance, its repetitiveness may lead to frustration during extended play sessions.
- “With the nice sounds/music, the chill atmospheric vibe of the game carries throughout.”
- “Wonderful environment and music.”
- “It also has an interesting art direction and great music.”
- “It's atmosphere is kind of nice at first, but the longer you play and the more that constant repetitive music blasts through your ears, the more you'll find yourself annoyed.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for their beauty and charm, with adorable characters and vibrant colors. However, some players find the visuals can become overly blurry during movement, which detracts from gameplay and clarity. Overall, while the aesthetic is appealing, there are concerns about the visual fidelity and its impact on the gaming experience.
- “Adorable graphics and characters.”
- “Graphics and colors are beautiful.”
- “As cute as the concept is, when you move, the visuals blur too much and it doesn't really give you much information on the controls of the game. I understand it wasn't an expensive game, so what do I really expect, but those are two things I think should be at least decent.”
- “I don't want to play as the blind character because he's slow and you miss out on all the visuals, but playing as the deaf character was slowly driving me insane with the repetitive music playing on and on.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is initially praised for its chill vibe and pleasant sounds, enhancing the overall experience. However, as players progress, the repetitive music can become grating, detracting from the initial enjoyment.
- “With the nice sounds and music, the chill atmospheric vibe of the game carries throughout.”
- “First off, this is an atmospheric puzzler game.”
- “The atmosphere is quite nice at first, creating an engaging experience.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its few touching moments between characters, despite the absence of dialogue. While the design and art are appreciated, some players feel that a more exploration-focused approach, akin to a walking simulator, would enhance the emotional experience.
- “There are few touching moments between them despite having no dialogue.”
- “The design and art are nice; it could have been more like a walking simulator in my opinion, with more hidden places to discover rather than the complicated canal puzzles.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the limitations imposed by a blind character, which complicates puzzle-solving without adding meaningful challenge. The repetitive nature of actions and the lack of originality in the duality mechanic contribute to a frustrating experience.
- “The grinding in this game feels excessively tedious, with very minimal actions available for the characters.”
- “The duality in the game is not original at this point and becomes a chore when performing certain actions.”
- “Some puzzles are made more tedious by one of the characters being blind, which doesn't add to the challenge but rather drags out the experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a concise narrative complemented by engaging character designs and well-crafted environments, contributing to a satisfying character development experience.
- “A short, sweet story with interesting character designs and environment building.”
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”