Echoes of the Sun

Хороші пазли, непогана мальовка, чудовий саундтрек, є українська, не продається на росії, ціна не кусається, що ще потрібно від хорошого інді, звісно є свої нюанси але в цілому гра хороша

In my opinion, a pretty good puzzle with interesting mirror mechanics and own world story, I can see that the game was created with love. [b]Positives:[/b] [list] [*]Quite well-balanced level of puzzles complexity, also there is some freedom and several ways to solve it, at least for large one [*]Atmospheric, a good combination of story, music and visuals [*]Plot component, there are many characters through which you can delve deeper into the world created by the game's authors, and certain dialogues also encourage interesting reflections [*]VR support, I always see this as a big plus when developers provide a choice, how you want to play [/list] [b]Negative:[/b] [list] [*]AI voice acting, the main characters sound pretty normal, but several secondary characters sounded frankly bad [/list] Also worth notice, game takes 4-5 hours to finish.

[h3] First of all, I did receive a code for free from the developers as I have noted. [/h3] [b] A few positives I found about the game: [/b] [list] [*]Short and sweet. I was able to finish this in just under 3 hours. It didn't feel like it dragged on but also felt satisfying. [*]The puzzles are pretty free form and some can be solved in CERTAINLY unintended ways, which I found delightful. [*]The art style is charming and reminiscent of some other titles I have played in the past, giving a bit of nostalgia. [*]Some of the 3 dimensional aspects of the puzzles are thought provoking and kick started my brain for the first time in months. [/list] [b] A few negatives: [/b] [list] [*] There IS AI voice acting, which in my opinion feels hollow and takes away from the game in an unfortunate way. [*] The game IS a bit short, which some may be turned away by, again finished in under 3 hours. [*] Some of the puzzles felt VERY simple where as others felt very cluttered/ hard. Not necessarily a negative, but some may get stuck on the harder ones/ not feel accomplished by the simpler ones. [/list] Over all, I'd give this a solid 7/10. Without AI voice acting an easy 8 or 9. A simple puzzle game that tickles my indie game funny bone and had me tapping my chin in thought while I ate gummy worms. If puzzles are your thing, you may find this game worth a go!

Very atmospheric game with intricate puzzles!

From the very beginning, this title invites players into a simple world. You play as Mia, a carefree young girl whose idyllic life is shattered in a single night. The game opens with her joyfully playing in the city streets with her best friend, unaware of the looming darkness. In a heartbreaking turn of events, her home is invaded, her city crumbles, and her friend is lost in the chaos. Mia, revealed early on as a princess, is thrust into a solitary quest after a brief reunion with her parents ends with her being ushered into a hidden passage. From there, gameplay is focused almost entirely on puzzles. The controls are minimal; first-person movement, jumping, and basic interaction with objects. Despite the inclusion of some platforming, frustration is rare. The jump is generous, and any misstep is swiftly corrected by near-instant respawns at nearby safe spots. Interaction is limited. Players will mostly use or move objects, typically box, to reveal something behind them. There’s no staircase building with boxes or using them to reach higher spots. A standout feature is the visual guidance; interactive items highlight themselves when approached, which removes any guesswork or hunting around for something that can be easily missed. The core gameplay revolves around solving puzzles using beams of light and a system of mirrors. Colored beams must be directed to matching crystals, and this is done by positioning and rotating mirrors. Some mirrors are static and require more creative angles, while others can be picked up and repositioned. Rotating mirrors from a short distance by holding the mouse button feels intuitive, although the beam paths are not always clearly visible, sometimes leading to a bit of trial and error. Progression is linear, and there aren’t that many mechanics you need to worry about. Only ones worth mentioning are portals that let beams enter and exit at different places, and dividers that divide a beam into to less powerful beams with a much shorter reach. Puzzles, while not overly challenging, are satisfying to complete. There’s a steady sense of progress and a reward at the end of each sequence: the restoration of a ruined space. These restorations are modest, replacing objects where they belong, clearing debris, but they give a sense of doing something that matters. Often, restoration involves ghosts of killed citizens, offering a few lines of dialogue and providing glimpses into the world that once was. Unfortunately, the narrative delivery falters because of bad voices. While some characters show subtle signs of being performed by real people, they’re actually AI-generated. Flat voices drain emotional weight from key moments, undermining the otherwise poignant themes of loss, memory, and healing. Mia’s own voice and that of Sol, her floating orb companion, suffer the most. Sol, who sees humans as unworthy but later learns to appreciate them, lacks impact. Still, there’s an undeniable charm to the game’s structure. The entire adventure unfolds within a single, interconnected map. Progress unlocks an occasional shortcut that leads to previous sections. There are no collectibles, but talking to all ghosts is important if you’re aiming to get all achievements.

Класна гра з цікавою історією та крутими загадками, над якими іноді приходиться сидіти і думати - А як воно взагалі вирішується?

This game is like the smaller sibling of The Talos Principle, which means if you enjoyed that game, you'll most likely enjoy this bite-sized version of its puzzles aswell.

Хороша атмосфера, цікаві головоломки, які чимось мені нагадали головоломки з лазерами в Portal 2. Приємний ембієнт, цікава історія і дивовижний візуальний стиль. Єдине, хотілось би якісніше українське озвучення, але це прийде з часом. Гру однозначно рекомендую