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When the Past was Around

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85%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability
85% User Score Based on 1,124 reviews

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When the Past was Around is a single player casual puzzle game. It received positive reviews from players.

Love, moving on, letting go, and the joy and pain of everything in between.

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85%Audience ScoreBased on 1,124 reviews
story156 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • The game features a beautifully illustrated art style and a poignant soundtrack that enhances the emotional depth of the story.
  • The puzzles are intuitive and not overly difficult, allowing players to focus on the narrative without excessive frustration.
  • Many players found the game to be a touching experience that resonates with themes of love, loss, and personal growth.
  • The game does not have a save feature, forcing players to restart chapters if they exit, which can be frustrating.
  • Some players experienced issues with the hint system not functioning properly, making it difficult to progress at times.
  • The game is relatively short, with many players expressing disappointment that they must pay to access the full version after only a few chapters.

  • story

    284 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    55% positive mentions, 44% neutral mentions, 1% negative mentions

    The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth, beautiful art, and captivating music, often evoking strong feelings and even tears from players. While many appreciate the touching narrative about love, loss, and personal growth, some express disappointment over the short length of the story and the requirement to pay for the full experience. Overall, the storytelling is considered a standout feature, enhancing the gameplay and leaving a lasting impression on players.

    • “The story is incredibly touching, the art is absolutely lovely, and the gameplay is definitely on point.”
    • “It's such a simple story but it was still heartbreaking and beautiful as all heck.”
    • “The story was heartbreaking yet it was a very enjoyable experience to play.”
    • “You'll need to buy the full version for the full story.”
    • “There is also no option to continue where you left off, so you are forced to repeat everything from the start, including the slow story scenes.”
    • “Sadly, I couldn't finish the whole thing because the entire story needs money to pay.”

  • graphics

    149 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    62% positive mentions, 36% neutral mentions, 2% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful and calming art style, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the intricate details, soothing color palettes, and how well the visuals complement the music and storyline, creating an emotionally engaging atmosphere. Despite some concerns about gameplay mechanics, the aesthetic appeal remains a standout feature that many find captivating and worth exploring.

    • “The game features a beautifully illustrated art style and integrates intuitive puzzles with its narrative.”
    • “The choice of colors and art style are very suitable for the peaceful, calm, and wholesome energy of the game.”
    • “The graphics and music are just magical; it felt so good to experience this story!”
    • “The graphics look cute, but I was not able to enjoy it that much because of the distracting flashy border.”
    • “I was so close to throwing my phone across the room when clicking a flower pot turned the cute aesthetic room into a messed up, anxiety-promoting space of nightmares.”
    • “I played it and I was disappointed that it has only a few minutes of gameplay, but I love the aesthetic.”

  • music

    143 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    64% positive mentions, 34% neutral mentions, 2% negative mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its emotional depth and calming qualities, enhancing the overall experience and atmosphere. Many players highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as beautiful, soothing, and perfectly aligned with the game's art and storyline. Overall, the combination of music, visuals, and narrative creates a deeply engaging and reflective experience for players.

    • “With a poignant soundtrack and emotional depth, it provides a reflective experience on past relationships and personal growth.”
    • “The art is beautiful and the music paired so well with the art style.”
    • “The music is just awesome; the most relaxing romantic music I've ever heard.”
    • “Sometimes, it takes too long when characters play music.”
    • “No music or anything.”
    • “I love this game, but why can't I find the first musical note in chapter 5?”

  • emotional

    100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised for its poignant storytelling, beautiful art style, and evocative soundtrack, which together create a deeply touching experience that resonates with players. Many reviewers noted that the narrative, while simple, effectively explores themes of love, loss, and personal growth, often leading to tears and heartfelt reflections. Overall, players describe the game as a moving and wholesome journey that leaves a lasting emotional impact.

    • “With a poignant soundtrack and emotional depth, it provides a reflective experience on past relationships and personal growth.”
    • “It's such a simple story, but it was still heartbreaking and beautiful.”
    • “The story has a big deep meaning and it's so touching; mostly these days it portrays our challenges in our lives.”

  • gameplay

    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    50% positive mentions, 31% neutral mentions, 19% negative mentions

    The gameplay is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its smooth mechanics and engaging storytelling, though some express disappointment over its brevity and occasional technical issues. While the interactive elements are enjoyable and complement the beautiful art and music, several users feel that the gameplay could be more challenging or substantial for the price. Overall, it offers a pleasant experience, ideal for a short, emotional gaming session.

    • “The story is incredibly touching, the art is absolutely lovely, and the gameplay is definitely on point.”
    • “The design is so wonderful and the mechanics are really smooth and efficient.”
    • “This game has the same strong storytelling qualities as well as fun gameplay through puzzles.”
    • “This game has a beautiful layout and is amazing, but the issue I have is that there's a part where he collapses in the room and she hands him his medicine for like the third time. He then hands her a feather, and I don't know why, but I am unable to collect that feather. I've restarted the chapter, watched the gameplay on YouTube to ensure I did everything right, exited the game, and closed it, but it is still unresponsive when I click on the feather.”
    • “Cute game but was expecting a little more gameplay for the 89p; completed in an hour.”
    • “I played it and I was disappointed that it has only a few minutes of gameplay, but I love the aesthetic.”

  • monetization

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 17% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions

    The monetization model of the game is mixed; while some users appreciate the absence of ads, others criticize the heavy reliance on in-game purchases that lock content behind a paywall. Players express a desire for an ad-supported option to access more content without additional costs.

    • “No ads, no stress.”
    • “There's so many puzzles and no ads at all, which I really like.”
    • “The full version requires an in-game purchase.”
    • “I like the app, but the problem is the ads.”
    • “I love this type of tap-to-interact puzzle story, but the developers are so greedy that they literally lock all chapters behind a paywall. Please give us an option to play with ads.”

  • stability

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game has been criticized for its significant stability issues, with frequent glitches and freezing that disrupt gameplay, particularly after specific scenes. Despite its engaging puzzles and beautiful design, many players feel that the bugs detract from the overall experience, especially given the game's price.

    • “It's way too buggy, especially for a game you're paying for.”
    • “It freezes and can't progress right after the laundry/garden scene.”
    • “It freezes on the Google Play payment screen.”

  • character development

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The character development is effectively conveyed through strong animation and design, allowing for an emotional connection to the storyline despite the absence of dialogue.

    • “The animation and character design were spot on, and the storyline, even without dialogues, managed to evoke strong emotions in me.”
    • “The depth of character development is impressive; I felt a genuine connection to each character's journey.”
    • “Each character evolves in a way that feels authentic, making their struggles and triumphs resonate deeply with the player.”

  • atmosphere

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its calming music and emotionally resonant storytelling, which together create a captivating and immersive experience. Reviewers appreciate how these elements enhance the overall ambiance, contributing to a bittersweet yet enchanting environment.

    • “With the most calming music, I love the whole atmosphere of it!”
    • “An amazing game through and through; the story was bittersweet, and the music really helped create a good atmosphere.”

  • humor

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users generally find the humor in the game to be highly enjoyable and entertaining.

    • “I really love it; it's really funny.”
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When the Past was Around is a casual puzzle game.

When the Past was Around is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

When the Past was Around was developed by Toge Productions.

When the Past was Around has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked When the Past was Around for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

When the Past was Around is a single player game.

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