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a relaxing game, calm and cool

i'll start with the negative. for $15, you get a walking simulator with a core story that can be completed in 30 minutes, no achievements / trading cards / points items, and no menu to adjust graphics settings or controls. the game isn't incredibly intensive, but it can start lagging a bit when there's a lot of particle effects on the screen. and just as it starts getting really interesting, it's over. i really must recommend getting this game on sale, as there simply isn't enough here to justify a $15 price tag. with all that being said, there's a lot this game does right as far as walking sims go. the worlds are nearly infinite, and the skyboxes are BEAUTIFUL. the lighting in this game is absolutely A++. adventuring through the procedural-generated worlds (with procedurally-generated music!) is an absolute treat. a very calming experience that you could come back to. think 0°N0°W as made by david szymanski. the story is about the artistic process of making a game, and the difficulties one experiences when engaging in crafting... well, really any art. idk if it fits perfectly into the game environments, but maybe there's symbolism i'm missing. the biggest plus this game has? in addition to a run and a jump button (which any walking simulator worth their salt should have), this game introduces a CLIMB button. simply walk up to any surface, hold space (sometimes you need shift+space), and up you go. this may be the greatest single contribution to walking simulators. it makes the worlds feel truly infinite, and makes you actually want to go exploring to experience everything you have to offer. i remember stumbling upon it accidentally and my jaw dropped. sorry, but i think every game like this needs a climb button. good add by the devs.