Echoed World

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"Echoed World" is a student project from, uh, somewhere, and this year the students made a 2D platformer, but at least the character is 3D rendered, so that's something. One of the things I like about student projects is for the most part they at least try to understand that narrative is a core part of gaming and they got the idea here. It's just a shame it's such a mediocre platformer, with clunky controls, bugs, and a serious need of polish and optimisation. The graphics in this game are passable, but could be better. And while it's vital for any game to have impressive visuals (gaming is a visual medium, after all), there's more to a game than just the graphics. To be worth a gamers time, the game must match top tier visuals with top tier gameplay, and that's not happening here. Not every "free" game really is. There's often MTX, or content locked behind DLC, or donations being requested, or any other number of things that could mislead gamers, but in this case I'm glad to say this really does appear to be a fully free game. Nothing demonstrates a developers belief in themselves and their work than giving it away without any remuneration. This is a service to themselves…

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Игра "Echoed World" — это атмосферное путешествие в мир, где звук становится ключом к разгадке тайн. Визуальный стиль напоминает мультяшный анимационный фильм с мягкими линиями и насыщенными цветами. Геймплей основывается на управлении звуком: вы должны использовать шумы, чтобы активировать механизмы, открывать двери и взаимодействовать с окружением. Это уникальная механика, которая требует внимательности и логического мышления. Игра не перегружена текстом, но каждая локация наполнена эмоциями и сюжетными поворотами. Минус — иногда сложновато понять, как продвигаться дальше, особенно без подсказок. Однако, если любите головоломки с арт-стилем и глубоким сюжетом, "Echoed World" станет отличным выбором.

I think this is very good game and the graphics are amazing, but it only has 2 levels so that makes it hard to give it a top star.

"Echoed World" may be short in duration, but it's long on impact, delivering a thought-provoking and immersive experience that lingers in the mind long after the credits roll. In this atmospheric puzzle-adventure game, players embark on a journey through a surreal and beautifully crafted world, uncovering its mysteries and unraveling its secrets along the way. One of the most striking aspects of "Echoed World" is its mesmerizing art direction. From the ethereal landscapes to the intricate environmental details, every aspect of the game's visuals is designed to draw players into its immersive world. The hand-drawn artwork is both stunning and evocative, creating a sense of wonder and intrigue that permeates every moment of gameplay. The gameplay mechanics in "Echoed World" are deceptively simple yet ingeniously crafted. Players must navigate through a series of puzzles and challenges, using logic, observation, and experimentation to progress. Each puzzle is cleverly designed to test the player's problem-solving skills while also advancing the narrative, resulting in a satisfying balance of gameplay and storytelling. Speaking of storytelling, "Echoed World" excels in its ability t…