Where the Snow Settles

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"Where the Snow Settles" is a narrative-driven game following Aurelia's journey through a collapsing world. With gentle gameplay mechanics, players explore a desolate yet beautiful environment, interacting with characters and uncovering the mysteries of the world. As Aurelia learns about the cause of the world's demise, she must find her inner strength with the help of her sister and newfound spirit friends.

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Play Modes

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

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

story12 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features a beautifully crafted narrative and art style, complemented by an evocative soundtrack that enhances the emotional experience.
It's a short, relaxing game that is suitable for players of all ages, making it a perfect choice for a quiet afternoon.
The story is meaningful and compelling, focusing on themes of self-belief and personal growth, which resonates well with players.

The gameplay is very linear and lacks depth, with minimal interactions and no significant gameplay mechanics.
The game is quite short, lasting around 90 minutes, which may not justify the price for some players unless purchased on deep sale.
Some players found the art style to be flat and unappealing, particularly disliking the design of the eyeless characters.

story
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as a gentle, coming-of-age narrative centered on a timid character named Aurelia, which resonates emotionally with players. While some reviewers found the story to be unremarkable and linear, others appreciated its meaningful themes and the evocative soundtrack that enhances the experience. Overall, the story is seen as pleasant and compelling, though opinions on its memorability and artistic presentation vary.
- “A wonderful little adventure with nice art and a lovely story.”
- “I found myself compelled to continue the narrative, not only discovering the story of the world and heartwarming characters; but also discovering truths within myself.”
- “I knew well this was a linear story with just some interactions and no gameplay; I own and play a lot of little games like this one.”
- “It is a very gentle story of the coming of age of Aurelia, a very timid girl scared of her own shadow.”
- “Let an evocative soundtrack guide you through an emotional story set in a striking yet simple landscape.”
music
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The music in the game is widely praised for its evocative and calming qualities, enhancing the emotional depth of the story and beautifully complementing the striking landscapes. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack's ability to immerse players in the world, often enjoying it even outside of gameplay. Overall, the music is considered top-notch and integral to the game's overall experience.
- “The music is top notch and will give you all the feels.”
- “The game's environments are beautiful to explore and are complemented by an excellent soundtrack that really immerses you in the world.”
- “Music was calming and evocative at the right moments.”
- “Let an evocative soundtrack guide you through an emotional story set in a striking yet simple landscape.”
- “I like them, and this is one that satisfies visually, in narrative, world building and music/audio.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features an evocative soundtrack that enhances its emotional narrative, set against a striking yet simple landscape. Players are drawn into a compelling story filled with heartwarming characters, prompting personal reflection and offering a magical escape from reality. It is highly recommended for those seeking a heartfelt adventure.
- “Let an evocative soundtrack guide you through an emotional story set in a striking yet simple landscape.”
- “I found myself compelled to continue the narrative, not only discovering the story of the world and heartwarming characters, but also discovering truths within myself.”
- “I recommend this game to all who need a magical break from reality and a heartfelt hero adventure.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized as linear and primarily focused on storytelling, with minimal interactive elements. It is described as non-demanding, making it accessible for players of all ages.
- “The gameplay is not at all demanding and suitable for players of any age.”
- “I knew well this was a linear story with just some interactions and no gameplay; I own and play a lot of little games like this one.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some praise the beautiful art style and overall presentation, others find it minimal and lacking in memorability, describing it as somewhat flat. Overall, the visuals are seen as decent but not particularly standout.
- “It's a beautifully put together game with a wonderful narrative and art style.”
humor
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The humor in the game is described as unintentional and situational, with players finding amusement in moments that may not have been intended to be funny, such as a character's dramatic expression about a destroyed village. This suggests that while the game may not prioritize humor, it can still elicit genuine laughter through its dialogue and scenarios.
- “At times funny, although I don't think I was supposed to find it so: [spoiler] the character expressing a destroyed village as a motivating factor, for instance, genuinely made me laugh out loud, although probably more due to how this was stated than anything else [/spoiler].”