Whimsy

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Whimsy is a single player casual puzzle game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by madison karrh and was released on December 21, 2019. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Whimsy is the story of a girl awaking in the forest, as she always does, and stumbling upon little red footprints. Following these footsteps leads her on a whimsical journey through the forest to solve puzzles, assist woodland creatures and discover rituals.

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Single-Player

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 170 reviews

graphics26 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game features a unique and beautiful art style that enhances the overall experience.
Puzzles are engaging and provide a satisfying challenge without being overly difficult.
It's a free game, making it an excellent option for a short and enjoyable play session.

The game can be buggy at times, with issues like disappearing items and clunky interactions.
Some puzzles are unintuitive, leading to confusion and requiring external help to solve.
The dialogue boxes can obstruct gameplay, as they need to be closed before leaving an area.

graphics
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players praising its unique and beautiful art style that enhances the overall atmosphere and storytelling. While some critiques point to the simplicity and lack of technical sophistication in the 2D visuals, the charming aesthetic and creative design have resonated positively with players, making it a delightful experience despite its graphical limitations. Overall, the game's visuals are seen as a strong point, contributing to its engaging puzzles and immersive vibe.
- “Short and sweet with a beautiful art style, it's also free so definitely worth playing.”
- “The puzzles were extremely satisfying, the color scheme and music made my brain feel quiet, and the visuals were gorgeous.”
- “I love the graphics and the imagination behind all the forest creatures as well.”
- “The game features really lacklustre 2D visuals (does the developer not know 3D graphics became mainstream in the mid-1990s?).”
- “Gamers don't spend thousands of dollars on gaming rigs and the latest 3D graphics cards to play 2D games.”
- “Graphics are crude from a technical point of view but the developer managed to make them compelling.”
story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
39%
13%
The story is generally described as whimsical and fairy-tale-like, featuring unique art and music that enhance the experience. While many players appreciate its charm and simplicity, some feel it lacks depth and cohesion, with an ending that leaves much to be desired. Overall, the narrative is enjoyable but could benefit from further development and clarity.
- “Such a beautiful little story, incredible art and lovely music.”
- “Artwork, story-line and puzzles were unique and captivating throughout.”
- “A strange fairy tale from a parallel world, an interactive story book, a head scratching puzzle game.”
- “And overall the story doesn’t feel cohesive and just kind of ends with an equally optimistic and pessimistic platitude.”
- “The story is simple and never really fleshed out, though I wish the overarching message was played out over the course of the game rather than being held until the end.”
- “ this game has no story”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing, sweet, and melodic qualities, enhancing the overall experience alongside the charming visuals and art style. Reviewers appreciate how the music contributes to a satisfying atmosphere, making the puzzles enjoyable and the gameplay engaging. Overall, the combination of delightful music and beautiful artwork creates a captivating and memorable experience for players.
- “Whimsy's music is the best strength with the artwork throughout the game to be rather charming as well.”
- “Such a beautiful little story, incredible art and lovely music.”
- “The music is very relaxing and more happy here.”
- “The music and art style is very cute and the puzzles are very easy but if you got 30 minutes to kill I definitely recommend it.”
- “The music is sweet and melodic, and just the right side of strange.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's stability is a significant concern, with multiple users reporting various bugs, including issues with text boxes, save functionality, and gameplay glitches. While some players appreciate the game's artistic elements and puzzles, the frequent bugs detract from the overall experience, making it frustrating for many.
- “Feels so buggy that I'm never sure whether I'm missing something or I'm stuck because of some glitch.”
- “Unfortunately, this game was rather buggy and not really fun to play if you are color-blind (like me).”
- “A good beginning to game development, a little buggy with the text boxes and the text is very very tiny but the whimsy was there.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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Gameplay is generally serviceable, featuring enjoyable puzzles but marred by obscure solutions and finicky mechanics that can hinder progress. Players report issues such as janky text boxes and the need for multiple clicks to register actions, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, the combination of visuals, music, and gameplay offers an entertaining experience, especially considering it is free.
- “Overall, the interactivity of the gameplay is not smooth and can require patience when solving riddles.”
- “The visuals, music, and gameplay all combine to make a very entertaining hour, and the whole experience costs absolutely nothing.”
- “Gameplay is mostly serviceable with some enjoyable puzzles, but be warned that there are annoyingly obscure solutions and very finicky puzzle elements where you can have the right solution but not be pixel perfect to trigger success.”
- “There are mechanical issues like the janky text box or occasionally needing to click on objects multiple times to register, which definitely take away some of the enjoyment.”
- “Whimsy is a weird story experience that suffers from a few poorly designed mechanics and some smaller bugs.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a soothing, dreamlike quality, blending dark surrealism with whimsical elements. Its charming art style and ambient soundscapes create a cozy environment, making it an enjoyable experience for players seeking a brief, immersive journey filled with clever puzzles and a fairytale-like narrative.
- “Immersed in a dark stylized surrealism, its atmosphere and ambient blend with this twisty fairytale-esque narrative.”
- “A very cute short puzzle game with an amazing art style and atmosphere.”
- “Overall, whimsy is simply a very nice and funny game, with clever puzzles and funny dialogues: not only it feels rewarding, but its chill atmosphere is perfect for beating it in one sitting when you need to feel cozy.”
- “Immersed in a dark, stylized surrealism, its atmosphere and ambient blend with this twisty fairytale-esque narrative.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to evoke a uniquely wholesome emotional experience, blending elements of weirdness and cuteness that resonate deeply. The heartfelt nature of the game, combined with interesting puzzles, creates a memorable atmosphere, despite minor control issues. Overall, it leaves a lasting impression of warmth and charm.
- “I can't really describe how this game made me feel, but I can say that it had a very unique combination of weird and cute, as well as some interesting puzzles.”
- “Controls can be the tiniest bit janky at times, but it's a non-issue for the weird, interesting world you get to jump through. There is nothing better than finding something a little strange and a lot heartfelt.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a unique art style complemented by a subtle and whimsical sense of humor, creating a serene atmosphere despite its creepy imagery. Players appreciate the friendly nature of the monstrous characters and the clever, funny dialogues that enhance the overall experience, making it a cozy and enjoyable puzzle game.
- “Super unique art style, has a subtle sense of humor, and it's free <3”
- “Like other puzzle games of the same type, there's an aura of mystery around the puzzles and the imagery can also be quite creepy in appearance, but the game is actually very serene or even funny: the characters are monstrous beings, but they are always nice to the player, never threatening them; it seems like everyone is having a good time in this weird world, which is something that makes the game feel pretty unique.”
- “Overall, whimsy is simply a very nice and funny game, with clever puzzles and funny dialogues: not only does it feel rewarding, but its chill atmosphere is perfect for beating it in one sitting when you need to feel cozy.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users highlight the game's "infinitely replayable" nature, indicating that it offers a compelling experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “The game offers endless possibilities, making each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “With multiple endings and diverse character choices, I find myself coming back for more.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers express a strong appreciation for the character designs, highlighting their appeal and creativity. However, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of growth or narrative depth.
- “I absolutely adore all the character designs.”
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
- “Each character's backstory is rich and adds layers to their personality, making the journey feel personal and engaging.”