Weaving Tides
- April 13, 2020
- Follow the Feathers
- 6h median play time
Get on Steam"Weaving Tides" is a charming adventure game where you play as a brave young weaver riding on a mythical loom-beast. Traverse vibrant woven landscapes, solve puzzles, and battle foes using your magical thread, all while uncovering the mysteries of a forgotten past. A unique and captivating experience for all ages.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming art style and unique weaving mechanics that create an engaging and visually appealing experience.
- Puzzles are generally enjoyable and provide a satisfying challenge, with the ability to backtrack and explore for collectibles enhancing replayability.
- The story and characters are well-developed, offering a cozy atmosphere that appeals to players of all ages.
- Combat mechanics are clunky and frustrating, particularly during boss fights, which can feel unfair and overly difficult.
- The game lacks a map or waypoints, making navigation confusing and leading to unnecessary backtracking.
- Some puzzles can be unintuitive and frustrating, with a steep difficulty spike in later levels that may deter players.
- gameplay47 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Weaving Tide" is characterized by its unique weaving mechanic, which offers a blend of engaging puzzles and combat, though some players find the puzzles occasionally obtuse and the gameplay repetitive. While the art direction and lore are praised, the game has been noted for a significant difficulty spike in later levels, leading to mixed feelings about its overall execution. Despite these criticisms, many players appreciate the innovative mechanics and charming aesthetics, making it a relaxing experience for those who enjoy novel gameplay concepts.
“The gameplay is actually very innovative and I don't think I have seen anything like it before.”
“The core gameplay mechanic (stitching) really works great and allows for some very unique combat and puzzle design.”
“The game has a lot of charm and a clever game mechanic; I quite enjoyed it!”
“I usually tend to stick a long time with puzzle games with solid mechanics, but I could not wait to finish this game, uninstall it, and never look at it again.”
“It's on the gameplay that it really suffers and ultimately leads to being not recommended.”
“Don't get me wrong, I'm enthusiastic about trying new things in games, especially novel mechanics that go into both puzzles and combat - but the execution of this one feels just *slightly* janky, and could have used some polish.”
- story39 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story of the game is described as charming and engaging, featuring a child-friendly narrative with a classic coming-of-age theme enriched by whimsical elements like carpet dragons. While some reviewers noted that the plot isn't particularly unique and has an open ending, many expressed a desire for more content and appreciated the well-written characters and immersive world. Overall, the story is seen as a highlight of the game, providing a delightful experience for players of all ages.
“The story is engaging.”
“Weaving Tides has more than lived up to my expectations from its crowdfunding campaign... the combat style is super fun and appeals to the fiber artist in me, while the story is interesting and uniquely told.”
“The game will only last around 4-5 hours, but what's there is full of heart and comfort in its writing and story.”
“I would occasionally navigate into an area that I presume had a puzzle, but I couldn't figure it out, and most of the ones that didn't prevent my progress into the core story were left untouched as there are no hints in this game.”
“The story did take a bit of a turn that I didn't expect, but I am disappointed that the end is very much an open end.”
“Much of the story was also very clearly cut and foreshortened to polish the earlier experience and get the game shipped.”
- graphics28 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and beautiful art style, which features a tapestry-inspired design that enhances the overall aesthetic experience. Many players find the visuals charming and immersive, contributing positively to gameplay, although some note that certain enemy designs can appear less polished or dated. Overall, the combination of striking visuals and engaging world-building makes for a visually appealing adventure.
“The art style is beautiful and the world itself is just so pretty to look at.”
“Right out of the gates, the visuals are striking, with a tapestry-inspired design with colors aplenty.”
“Weaving Tides has a unique art style that drew me in from the very first screenshot onward.”
“The enemy graphics sometimes appear as empty spaces, which can also make it difficult to position yourself to defeat them.”
“Sadly, unlike Ori, this game's graphics feel dated and the dialogue, such as it is, has very little charm to it.”
“I love the art style and some of the puzzles, though some of the puzzles and bosses are hard to understand and feel hard to beat.”
- music13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for being fun, soothing, and fitting for the puzzle genre, enhancing the overall experience without becoming grating despite some repetitiveness. Many players express a desire to purchase the soundtrack, highlighting its relaxing qualities and ability to complement the game's visuals and storytelling. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that invites players to immerse themselves in the game.
“The music is very fun and soothing, and though repetitive, it has not yet become grating.”
“For being a puzzle game, the music was very fitting and relaxing, and I enjoyed listening to everything as I played through the game.”
“The setting, the colors, and its wonderful soundtrack invite you to sink into the game and lose yourself in it.”
“The landscapes don't always communicate whether you can or cannot dive under certain obstacles, the music is a little repetitive and the writing feels clunky at times.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by charming and witty dialogues that evoke laughter and sympathy, highlighted by amusing character interactions and a memorable scene involving a character's misunderstanding of their identity. The adorable art style and great music further enhance the comedic experience, making it a delightful aspect of the game.
“Hilariously, there is a scene where you find out that Tass didn't fully realize they weren't a moth, despite looking nothing like any of the other characters.”
“Its charming and witty dialogues make you sympathize, but most of all, they often made me laugh!”
“The character dialogue is immersive and funny; I constantly found myself smiling at the character interactions.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Players appreciate that the game avoids excessive grinding, allowing for a more enjoyable experience without the frustration of repetitive tasks. While some players may choose to grind for collectibles, it is not a requirement, contributing to a balanced gameplay length that prevents fatigue.
“But it is the right length, so you're not sick of it by the end. There's no grinding, so you're not tired of it right away, and it's not just another metroidvania or first-person shooter or whatever the flavor of the month is.”
“So far there is no grinding needed; you can choose to grind if you're one of the players who has to collect everything in the game.”
“What started out as a cute, cozy, and fun puzzle adventure quickly became a frustrating, enraging game with oftentimes tedious riddles.”
“So far, there is no grinding needed; you can if you want, but only if you're one of the players who has to collect everything in the game.”
- character development3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is praised for its stunning art and imaginative designs, which enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the charming writing and unique mechanics that complement the vibrant characters, making them memorable and engaging.
“The world and character design is brilliant, the writing is cute, and the mechanics are incredibly unique.”
“Gorgeous art and lovely, imaginative character designs.”
“I love the character designs so much that I just want to have it and look at it whenever I want.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its touching and cute story, though some players feel that the potential for deeper emotional engagement is hindered by design choices that allow them to easily miss significant puzzles and content. A clearer indication of missed elements could enhance the overall emotional experience.
“Touching and cute story.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized as relaxing, yet it effectively balances this tranquility with challenging puzzles and engaging enemies, adding an element of action to the experience.
“Although it has a very relaxing atmosphere, there are definitely puzzles that challenge and enemies that bring in a bit of action.”
“The atmosphere feels bland and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
“While the game attempts to create a unique atmosphere, it ultimately falls flat, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
“The overall ambiance is forgettable, making it hard to stay engaged with the game's environment.”
