Wenjia

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Wenjia is a single player platformer game. It was developed by Luoriver studio-洛神游戏工作室 and was released on October 17, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Wenjia is a single-player platformer game with splendid gameplay, good graphics, and a masterful soundtrack. The game takes place in a unique world that shifts between the realms of Matter and Energy, where players, controlling a cat-shaped energy entity, can travel freely between the two realms. Recently updated with a new storyline, music, and challenging difficulty, Wenjia also offers a free easy mode and clearer tutorial for players."

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73%

Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

gameplay17 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Beautiful visuals and enchanting soundtrack create an immersive experience.
The gameplay mechanic of switching between light and dark worlds adds a unique challenge to the platforming.
Short playtime makes it accessible for casual gamers looking for a quick, enjoyable experience.

The game is very short, often completed in under two hours, which may leave players wanting more.
The English translation is poor, making the story difficult to follow and detracting from the overall experience.
Gameplay can feel repetitive and frustrating due to clunky controls and poorly placed checkpoints.

gameplay
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
58%
6%
The gameplay of the game is visually appealing and features a unique realm-shifting mechanic, but it often feels repetitive and lacks depth, leading to a tedious experience. While the controls are smooth and responsive, many players find that the dual-world mechanic does not significantly enhance gameplay, resulting in a lack of originality and engagement. Overall, it offers a short, enjoyable experience for casual gamers, but those seeking more complex mechanics may be disappointed.
- “It's beautiful, has nice sound, and as long as you judge it at face value for its gameplay gimmick of platforming between light and dark worlds, it's actually quite fun and worth an hour or two if you have some free time.”
- “The visuals are wonderful and they're definitely the best thing about it, but the gameplay is also pretty solid and enjoyable, and I like the gimmick of switching between two realms.”
- “This game has wonderful gameplay, incredible music, and it is so poetic... great work to all the team behind this game!”
- “The 'realm shifting' mechanic quickly becomes more tedious than cool, environments are broken up into a ton of short, mostly-linear 'missions' to find energy balls that don't actually do anything, and gameplay starts to feel repetitive very quickly. The English translation of both text and voiceover is bad enough at times to be kind of distracting.”
- “The main mechanic of switching worlds is poorly implemented, with objects not visible in the other world, making it more about guessing than planning a solution.”
- “Learnt a double jump skill and nothing more after the entire hour of gameplay; therefore, the same jumping to solve different puzzles made the game start to feel repetitive and boring as you just keep your thumb over the jump button.”
music
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
23%
7%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers noting its relaxing qualities and enchanting melodies, particularly the use of piano and violin. While some players feel the soundtrack could benefit from more variety and intensity in certain sections, the overall consensus is that the music complements the stunning visuals and contributes to a captivating gaming experience. Despite its short length, the soundtrack is considered a highlight, making the game worth trying for fans of aesthetically pleasing art and sound.
- “The music is relaxing and fits the game, though the last section may benefit from something a little more intense.”
- “Especially the music needs some mention, because the theme song is fantastic and the piano and violin you hear throughout the game are enchanting.”
- “The high notes are definitely the amazing art style and the beautiful and relaxing music that fit strongly with the world created.”
- “Soft music that doesn't get stuck in your head.”
- “For the platforming puzzles, you will have to time absolutely right; otherwise, you would just keep dying, and with a little help from the dull soundtrack and boring mechanics, it feels more torturous than rewarding even if you succeed.”
- “Music cuts/resets at loading screens.”
graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
32%
9%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their beautiful, hand-drawn art style, often compared to titles like "Ori and the Blind Forest." Players appreciate the stunning visuals and atmospheric soundtrack, which enhance the overall experience, despite some criticisms regarding gameplay depth. Overall, the aesthetic elements are highlighted as the standout features of the game, contributing to a captivating and immersive environment.
- “The visuals are wonderful and they're definitely the best thing about it, but the gameplay is also pretty solid and enjoyable.”
- “Wenjia is a fantastic game; both realms mirror each other and yet are still different, and both with awesome hand-drawn graphics, along with a great soundtrack, which gives the game a wonderful atmosphere as your journey unfolds.”
- “The high notes are definitely the amazing art style and the beautiful and relaxing music that fit strongly with the world created.”
- “Graphics are similar to Ori - some elements are practically copy-pasted - and so are the music and story.”
- “I noticed this game when it was launched on Steam; my first impression is that the graphics are very much like Ori and the Blind Forest.”
- “The game itself is absolutely nothing like Ori except similar in art/graphic direction.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
80%
10%
The story in the game is generally considered weak and poorly translated, making it difficult to follow, with many players noting its lack of coherence and linearity. While the premise has potential and some players felt a sense of attachment by the end, the overall narrative experience is overshadowed by beautiful visuals and a captivating soundtrack. Ultimately, the story serves more as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a driving force.
- “The story isn't anything groundbreaking and will only take you one or two hours to complete, but I felt a sense of attachment and accountability as I approached the end.”
- “The story is a little awkwardly told, due to the lackluster translation, but what matters in this game lies elsewhere - namely the music and the graphic style, both of which are very well done.”
- “The graphics are pretty, the music is wonderful, and I mostly enjoyed it in the beginning even if the story makes little sense.”
- “The story is rather impossible to follow and is terribly translated into English.”
- “The story and the narration are a bit weird and all over the place, and the pacing isn't exactly the best; you just get thrown into a bunch of separated levels and learn about the story every now and then, it's not super linear.”
- “The story is lackluster and typos are numerous.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game offers notable replayability through collectible items and ranking systems, encouraging players to achieve higher ranks and discover all secrets, which can also influence the game's ending. Players are motivated to revisit levels to enhance their performance and complete their collections.
- “You get a rank at the end of each level, which adds some replayability to try to get an 'S' rank in everything as well as locate all secret collectibles.”
- “You get a rank at the end of each level, which adds some replayability to try to achieve an 'S' rank in everything, as well as locate all secret collectibles.”
- “The developer suggests finding all these elements, as that will affect the ending, so there's a replayability factor to it.”
- “There's things to collect as well, so that gives it a bit of replayability.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere in Wenjia is highly praised for its stunning hand-drawn graphics and relaxing soundtrack, which together create an immersive experience as players navigate the distinct yet interconnected realms. Reviewers consistently highlight the game's ability to evoke a wonderful ambiance, rating it an impressive 9/10.
- “Wenjia is a fantastic game; both realms mirror each other and yet are still different, and both with awesome hand-drawn graphics, along with a great soundtrack, which gives the game a wonderful atmosphere as your journey unfolds.”
- “The music is pretty relaxing and delivers a great atmosphere.”
- “Atmosphere 9/10”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, as the "realm shifting" mechanic loses its novelty and the linear missions to collect energy balls feel repetitive. Additionally, poor English translations detract from the overall experience, making the gameplay feel even more monotonous.
- “The 'realm shifting' mechanic quickly becomes more tedious than enjoyable, with environments broken up into numerous short, mostly linear 'missions' to find energy balls that ultimately serve no purpose. The gameplay starts to feel repetitive very quickly, and the English translation of both text and voiceovers is often distracting.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users feel that the main character's animation lacks fluidity, which detracts from the emotional immersion of the game. The awkward running animation, likened to skiing or sliding rather than realistic movement, undermines the player's connection to the character and the overall emotional experience.