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Where is my Heart?

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74%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
grinding
72% User Score Based on 127 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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Where is my Heart? is a single player casual action adventure game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Schulenburg Software and was released on May 28, 2014. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

"Where is My Heart?" is a unique indie puzzle-platformer where you guide three interconnected monsters through abstract, hand-drawn levels. The game features a charming, whimsical art style and innovative mechanics that require you to manipulate and rotate the environment to solve puzzles. With its heartfelt story and challenging gameplay, "Where is My Heart?" offers a memorable and magical experience for players.

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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 127 reviews
gameplay8 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • Charming and cute pixel art style with a pleasant soundtrack that creates a relaxing atmosphere.
  • Unique gameplay mechanic of fragmented levels encourages creative problem-solving and spatial reasoning.
  • Short playtime of around 1-2 hours makes it a quick and enjoyable experience, especially for fans of puzzle platformers.
  • Frustrating trial-and-error gameplay due to unclear level layouts and lack of instructions, leading to unnecessary deaths.
  • No quick restart option for levels, which can be tedious when trying to achieve perfect scores by collecting all hearts.
  • Limited use of game mechanics and lack of depth in puzzle design, making the experience feel repetitive and underwhelming.
  • gameplay
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is a mixed bag, featuring a unique screen-splitting mechanic and a variety of character abilities that create interesting puzzles, but many players find the execution frustrating due to inconsistent difficulty, lack of depth in puzzle design, and slow pacing. While the charming visuals and music enhance the experience, the gameplay can feel tedious and repetitive, leading to a sense of missed potential as the mechanics do not evolve significantly throughout the game. Overall, the game offers a blend of clever ideas and charming aesthetics, but struggles with frustrating elements that detract from the overall enjoyment.

    • “One of my favorite little 2D platformers, great music, decent pixel art, cute characters and story, and a bunch of really interesting mechanics rarely seen in any games, let alone working together in one.”
    • “The mechanics don't wear out their welcome, the level design remains smart and varied throughout, the art design is stellar, the ambience and music peaceful and evocative, and the game communicates the ideas it wants to in the time it takes.”
    • “What makes this game special is that even the simplest mechanics are so often used in different and unique ways between each level.”
    • “Unfortunately, after nearly an hour, the game exhausts all of its charm and is left with a very simple gameplay mechanic that, when used in increasingly difficult puzzles with no new mechanics, makes the game increasingly bland and frustrating.”
    • “Add to that the slow pace of the gameplay and there being no quick restart, and you have got a colossally slow-paced, tedious mess.”
    • “While I'm sure this was intended as an amiable and relaxing puzzle-platformer, the gameplay mechanics have induced nothing in me but frustration.”
  • graphics
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming pixel art style, which combines a cute aesthetic with soothing colors and ambient sounds, creating a relaxing atmosphere. While some players appreciate the artistic design and its ability to enhance gameplay, others feel that the simplistic visuals may not compensate for the game's challenging mechanics. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a visually engaging experience despite some mixed opinions on their effectiveness in gameplay.

    • “The aesthetic is so sweet it could give you cavities, and the concept seems wonderful with the trailer on the store page bringing it all together to paint a picture of what to expect.”
    • “The pixel art style is gorgeous, and the music is soothing enough so that it doesn't become annoying as you listen to it for hours on end.”
    • “Clever use of background patterns, made more clear by the pixel graphics, provided ample clues as to how the pieces of the level were actually arranged relative to each other.”
    • “The graphics are terrible.”
    • “Don't let the friendly graphics mislead you, this is a game with almost no instructions at all, leaving the player to wander around the scenes trying to figure out what they're supposed to do, dying many times in the meanwhile.”
    • “Sometimes cute art style can't 'outsmart' dull gameplay.”
  • music
    23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and complementing the charming pixel art and cute characters. Many players appreciate the soft chiptune soundtrack, which creates an engaging backdrop for gameplay without being distracting. While some reviews note that the gameplay can be frustrating, the pleasant sound design and enjoyable music remain standout features that contribute positively to the experience.

    • “The sound design and music are great and create a very relaxed atmosphere that doesn't distract you from the puzzle but rather draws you in.”
    • “The pixel art style is gorgeous and the music is soothing enough so that it doesn't become annoying as you listen to it for hours on end.”
    • “On top of the very unique gameplay, the game features very enjoyable 8-bit inspired art and an absolutely joyful musical track.”
    • “The soft chiptune soundtrack is so relaxing that I have honestly spent far more time falling asleep to it than actually playing the game.”
    • “It's a shame the gameplay is so frustrating, because the music and art direction are quite charming.”
    • “The music manages to support the game in a relaxing way.”
  • story
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally criticized for being unclear, shallow, and lacking depth, with many players noting that it fails to provide a substantial narrative experience. While some appreciate the charming atmosphere and character design, others feel that the storytelling is minimal and often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics. Overall, the narrative elements seem to be either poorly executed or non-existent, leaving players wanting more from the story aspect.

    • “One of my favorite little 2D platformers, great music, decent pixel art, cute characters and story, and a bunch of really interesting mechanics rarely seen in any games, let alone working together in one.”
    • “It's filled with cute 8-bit music, lovable characters, and an easy-to-follow storyline.”
    • “There's also a story behind all the puzzling, and it too is charming, and even a bit sad.”
    • “The story and relationships between the characters feel rather shallow.”
    • “While I don't necessarily need a story in a simple platformer, I do expect something a little more substantial than what Mario had 30 years ago.”
    • “The exact story of that adventure is a little hazy as the game tries to tell it wordlessly through the first and last levels and you’d learn more by just reading the Steam page description, but the mood is there.”
  • atmosphere
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its charming art, great sound design, and relaxing music, which effectively draw players into the experience. While the game may lack a strong narrative, its cute and pleasant ambiance, complemented by an adorable cast of characters, enhances the overall enjoyment for many players.

    • “The sound design and music are great and create a very relaxed atmosphere that doesn't distract you from the puzzle but rather draws you in.”
    • “It has a very pleasant and charming atmosphere with an adorable cast of characters.”
    • “There isn't much story to be had here (or not that I could glean, anyway); however, this really suits the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The atmosphere the game works to create is very fitting of three little tree spirits on an adventure.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that while some players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to slow gameplay and lack of quick restarts, others appreciate the challenge of perfecting puzzles, viewing it as an engaging experience rather than a chore. Overall, the grinding can feel frustrating for some, but rewarding for those who enjoy honing their skills.

    • “My main complaint would be that the parts where you use the rainbow spirit to flip the screen around can feel a little tedious and try-fail, try-fail sometimes.”
    • “It's really tedious.”
    • “Add to that the slow pace of the gameplay and there being no quick restart, and you have got a colossally slow-paced, tedious mess.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game evokes a profound emotional response, surprising players with its depth and complexity beneath its charming pixel art. Many reviewers highlight its ability to convey a mix of love, weariness, and desperation, with some even noting that the title screen alone can bring them to tears.

    • “But most significant to me is that it made me feel way more than I expected to.”
    • “It's got a beautiful, shining, heartbreaking soul underneath its innocent pixel art that grew wings and expressed an incredibly complex mix of love worn weary and desperate that still hangs on.”
    • “The title screen made me cry. 10/8, would break my heart again.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted by the charming and well-executed character design, featuring three distinct mechanics that enhance gameplay: a double jump, a perspective shift, and the ability to reveal hidden passages. Overall, the characters are praised for their cuteness and functionality within the game.

    • “Character design is very cute, with three different mechanics: one that double jumps, one that changes the perspective, and one that reveals hidden passages.”
    • “The character design is excellent.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting that the random funny sayings from characters between levels add a lighthearted and entertaining touch to the overall experience.

    • “The random funny sayings from the characters between levels had me laughing out loud!”
    • “I love how the game keeps the humor fresh with hilarious one-liners from the characters.”
    • “The witty banter and unexpected jokes really add to the charm of the game.”
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Where is my Heart? is a casual action adventure game with fantasy theme.

Where is my Heart? is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows, PlayStation 3 and others.

Where is my Heart? was released on May 28, 2014.

Where is my Heart? was developed by Schulenburg Software.

Where is my Heart? has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Where is my Heart? is a single player game.

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