Where the Snow Settles
- July 23, 2021
- Myriad Games Studio
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Get on Xbox Games Store"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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Reviews
- 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 encourages themes of self-belief, making it relatable and enjoyable for players seeking a gentle gaming experience.
- The gameplay is very linear and lacks depth, with minimal interactions and no significant gameplay mechanics.
- Many players found the character designs, particularly the eyeless characters, unappealing and the art style to be flat.
- The game is quite short, with some reviewers feeling that it does not justify its price unless purchased on deep sale.
- story10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as a gentle and emotional coming-of-age narrative, featuring a timid protagonist and heartwarming characters that resonate with players. While some reviewers found the story to be linear and not particularly memorable, others praised its compelling themes and evocative presentation, highlighting the game's ability to evoke personal reflection and emotional engagement. Overall, the story is seen as a pleasant and meaningful experience, enhanced by a striking art style and soundtrack.
“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.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its evocative and calming qualities, effectively enhancing the emotional narrative and immersive environments. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack's ability to evoke strong feelings, making it enjoyable enough to listen to even outside of gameplay. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that complements the game's visuals and storytelling.
“Let an evocative soundtrack guide you through an emotional story set in a striking yet simple landscape.”
“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.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 it to all who need a magical break from reality and a heartfelt hero adventure.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized as linear and minimal, featuring limited interactions that make it accessible and suitable for players of all ages, though it lacks depth and challenge.
“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.”
“The gameplay is not at all demanding and is suitable for players of any age.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the beautiful art style and overall presentation, others find it minimal and lacking in depth, describing it as flat and unremarkable.
“It's a beautifully put together game with a wonderful narrative and art style.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is often unintentional, with players finding amusement in the delivery of serious moments, such as a character's overly dramatic portrayal of a destroyed village. This suggests that while the game may not aim for comedy, it can still elicit genuine laughter through its unexpected and awkwardly phrased scenarios.
“At times funny, although I don't think I was supposed to find it so: 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.”
