Wishing Sarah

58%
Game Brain Score Based on 17 reviews
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"Wishing Sarah" is the sequel to "Dreaming Sarah" where Sarah wakes up from a coma to find herself in a strange world. Players must help Sarah navigate this new reality filled with unusual characters and events, uncovering secrets and preparing for the upcoming game "Awakening Sarah." The game also includes playable Gameboy ROM files of the previous game in both English and Brazilian Portuguese.

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58%
Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews
graphics4 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions
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  • Spookids is an enjoyable top-down shooter with charming graphics and a fun gameplay loop, making it a standout in the collection.
  • Wishing Sarah offers a simple yet engaging adventure experience with a nostalgic art style reminiscent of classic games.
  • Many games in the collection are buggy, unfinished, or feel like prototypes rather than polished products.
  • Cosmic Rain and Killing Moon suffer from poor controls and design oversights, making them frustrating to play.
  • Curse Bringer is a lackluster text-based adventure that fails to engage players with its minimal choices and lack of depth.
  • graphics17 mentions

    The graphics in "Wishing Sarah" are characterized by a simple, retro pixel art style reminiscent of old Pokémon games, which adds a charming yet deceptive quality to its horror elements. Players appreciate the cute character designs and the overall aesthetic, though some note that the graphics could benefit from additional polish. In contrast, other games mentioned, like "Killing Moon" and "Worship the Demon Lord," feature unique styles ranging from Genesis-esque pixel art to creepy-cute visuals, all contributing to their respective atmospheres.

    • “Not overly challenging, but super fun and has an awesome art style, plus the four character options are all so cute.”
    • “The graphics go for a kids storybook style rather than a pixel style, and they're super charming.”
    • “The wholesome atmosphere set by the colorful graphics and silly music contrasts hilariously with the horrible things the main character does.”
    • “Wishing Sarah is a simple top-down adventure game with a Game Boy graphical style.”
    • “I kinda dig the graphics, but they also need some polish.”
    • “The game starts out with a warning about 'disturbing' images, but the sort of retro pixel-y art style makes it not so disturbing.”
  • gameplay14 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its fun mechanics, smooth controls, and variety of well-balanced weapons, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, some reviews note that certain elements, like the pit mechanic and rolling feature, can be frustrating or underwhelming, while others feel the gameplay lacks innovation and depth. Overall, while the gameplay is solid and engaging, it may not offer much in terms of originality or complexity.

    • “Great shoot'em up overall, the pixel art is gorgeous and the gameplay is incredibly fun.”
    • “It has a wide variety of weapons which are very well balanced; they all are consistent while being pretty different gameplay-wise, and that's a pretty incredible feat for a game to pull.”
    • “The gameplay flows really well, and the controls are really smooth.”
    • “Also, the pit mechanic is pretty infuriating.”
    • “Overall, this is a nice little story, but there's pretty much zero gameplay.”
    • “The 'rolling' mechanic is not very useful, since it makes you slow down to a nearly full stop.”
  • music12 mentions

    The music in the reviewed games varies significantly, with some players finding it irritating and repetitive, while others appreciate its charm and atmosphere. Titles like "Killing Moon" are praised for their nice and atmospheric soundtracks, enhancing the overall experience, whereas games like "Worship the Demon Lord" feature bizarre and strange music that may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the quality and impact of the music seem to be inconsistent across different games, affecting player enjoyment.

    • “It's cute and the music is nice too.”
    • “Killing Moon is a point-and-click adventure with cool Genesis-esque pixel graphics and nice atmospheric music.”
    • “The graphics are lovely, and the music is great.”
    • “The music is a 5 second loop that will drain 1% of your sanity each minute you play.”
    • “There are about 2 soundtracks that are used kinda randomly, the main character or any of the characters she interacts with aren't interesting at all.”
    • “I couldn't bring myself to play much of it due to the very bizarre problem with the music.”
  • story11 mentions

    The story in Cosmic Rain is described as a short and simplistic tutorial that lacks depth and character development, leaving players wanting a more fleshed-out narrative. While the plot has potential and features charming graphics, many reviewers found it too empty and unengaging, with some noting that the gameplay is minimal and the storytelling could benefit from more visual elements. Overall, the game offers a decent but underwhelming experience, combining a cute aesthetic with a basic horror story.

    • “Apart from that, this game is a decent graphic adventure, with a decent horror story to boot.”
    • “The gameplay is really basic, but the nice sad story and funny writing make the game enjoyable all the way to the end.”
    • “The only downside of this game is that it is pretty short; I would love to have this as a completed game with a fully fleshed out story.”
    • “Honestly, playing through anything with just text and a black background is pretty boring for me. When the game is so short that the characters aren't even introduced properly or the plot isn't interesting and goes nowhere, it feels like I just played nothing.”
    • “The story mode in Cosmic Rain is essentially a tutorial.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a delightful contrast between its colorful graphics and silly music against the dark actions of the main character, creating a unique comedic atmosphere. Players appreciate the witty writing and engaging storytelling, which enhance the overall enjoyment despite basic gameplay mechanics. The humor is also noted in a first-person exploration game, adding to the fun of the experience.

    • “The wholesome atmosphere set by the colorful graphics and silly music contrasts hilariously with the horrible things the main character does.”
    • “The gameplay is really basic, but the nice sad story and funny writing make the game enjoyable all the way to the end.”
    • “My personal favorite was a first-person exploration game; it just had a good sense of humor that you will need while exploring this bundle.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The atmosphere in these games varies widely, with "Wishing Sarah" creating an unsettling tension without relying on jumpscares, while "Killing Moon" combines charming pixel graphics and atmospheric music to enhance its adventure. In contrast, "Worship the Demon Lord" features a creepy-cute aesthetic that humorously juxtaposes its darker themes with a whimsical Halloween vibe. Overall, each game effectively uses its unique atmosphere to engage players in different ways.

    • “Wishing Sarah is a short adventure game with some easy puzzles and an extremely unsettling atmosphere that doesn't rely on cheap jumpscares to make the player feel a false sense of horror.”
    • “Killing Moon is a point-and-click adventure with cool Genesis-esque pixel graphics and nice atmospheric music.”
    • “Wishing Sarah is a short adventure game with some easy puzzles and an extremely unsettling atmosphere that doesn't rely on cheap jump scares to make the player feel a false sense of horror.”
    • “The wholesome atmosphere set by the colorful graphics and silly music contrasts hilariously with the horrible things the main character does.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game is noted for its high replayability, largely due to its numerous achievements and the extensive time required to complete it, making it a title players are likely to engage with for a long time.

    • “It ends up being the game with the most replayability value out of the pack due to the number of achievements this game has.”
    • “This is one of the games with the highest replayability in this pack; you'll probably be stuck with it for a long time before you can complete it (hell, I didn't even complete it yet).”
    • “It ends up being the game with the most replayability value out of the pack for the number of achievements this game has.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, including freezing issues and incomplete features. Despite some fixes, players continue to encounter persistent problems that suggest the game feels unfinished.

    • “Most of the games don't seem to be finished. I'm not just referring to their short length, but rather how buggy and broken they are presented.”
    • “Edit: The no dialogue bug was fixed, but now whenever you grab the vodka and leave the bathroom after talking to the two people, the game just freezes. I can't move or do anything. It's problem after problem with this game, it seems.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The game creates a striking emotional contrast through its wholesome visuals and playful music, which humorously juxtapose the dark actions of the main character, eliciting a unique blend of amusement and discomfort.

    • “The wholesome atmosphere set by the colorful graphics and silly music contrasts hilariously with the horrible things the main character does.”
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