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| Criteria | Rank | Score* | Raw Score |
| Technical Execution and Completion | #12 | n/a | n/a |
| Theme Integration | #15 | n/a | n/a |
| Impact and Engagement | #16 | n/a | n/a |
| Playability and Fun Factor | #16 | n/a | n/a |
| Innovation and Creativity | #36 | n/a | n/a |
| Community Favorite | #36 | 3.095 | 3.095 |
Ranked from 21 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.
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- Absolutely phenomenal aesthetic, but gameplay is slightly lacking in engagement right now - but this could be a simple fix, even just increasing the speed of walking or including a dash would increase the playability. Well done creating a world that feels instantly immersive and that players will want to explore, feels like it could hold many secrets for the player to uncover -- worth continuing work on after the jam, in my opinion!
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I love how beautiful and relaxing the game is. The visual changes in the world as you approach objects, combined with the nice music and sounds, create a great atmosphere.
The game has some minor bugs, like being able to jump while meditating or camera clipping below the surface. Besides that, it’s very well done.
I also think adding a light narrative alongside would add a nice touch. Good job!
I really enjoyed my time with this, felt really good to play through. There is a certain quality that meditation gives you that I feel you've translated reall well into the game's mechanics. The only nitpick I have is that I did not expect it to end that fast T-T
Nice cozy and relaxing game, liked the music expanding the more you bring the forest to life
very relaxing and super pleasing, thank you for making..
Very short game with a cool atmosphere. The music fits well and the environment is well made.
As others said, the camera needs fixing and you can jump while seated 😂
What I also wanted to point out is that you go faster when jumping so you end up spamming the jump button to go faster which, I think, is contrary to what you wanted to do. Maybe you can just remove jumping and make the character go a little faster 😋
Good job!
That's a really pretty little experience. The way the character affects the environment was a really nice touch, it looks and feels great, good job!
I do feel like something is missing, though. I understand that the focus was the environment and the vibe, and that you may not even want to add any real gmaeplay, but I feel like the game could have benefitted from a narrative. It wouldn't even have to be done through text, it could be entirely environmental, look at how Journey did it, it told a story without a single word of dialogue. I assume it was a major inspiration for you--and if it wasn't, then wow, you really should check it out!
Also, the music was just so nice and fitting. Good job on finishing it all in time, that already is a feat!
Great feedback! Thanks for the notes. I feel you on adding more of a narrative. I'll go back and study Journey for ideas. Thanks again!
Very nice visuals. I just wish there was a bit more to do. And very cool shader on the trees!
Got it, appreciate the feedback!
Super cute and relaxing! I think the camera gets stuck at some points for some reason, and it crashed when I sat down on the second tree. But great work with the visuals
Noted! Thank you!
very very beautiful game, well done! the craft in the game is extraordinary. my only wish is it had a little bit more of a narrative to follow, something like journey or abzu maybe
Ah, I'll think about ways to add more storytelling to the game. Thank you!
Cool visuals! Cozy, simple little game.
Some bugs: you can jump while seated. Mouse issue as well...
Cool visuals! Cozy, simple little game.
Some bugs: you can jump while seated. Mouse issue as well...
Beautiful! With more polish and direction, it can be a great cozy chill game. I wish the mouse stayed in the window xD
The art and music in this one are incredible, it is very clear a lot of both love and skill went into them. Unfortunately this is severely undermined by the fact that there isn't anything to do in the game. The music changing depending what you're close to is a cool idea and at first I liked it, but hearing the music shift every 5 seconds got slightly painful before the end of the experience. Also you can jump and therefore move while meditating. But yea, absolutely incredible work and thanks for sharing this game and experience!
Thanks! Yeah, I'd like to flesh it out more in future versions, so it's more dynamic and more things to do. Appreciate the feedback!
Very short, but so gorgeous. I loved the effects when you sit down to meditate. After seeing the previews on discord, it was fun to actually play! Nice work!
Eyyo, for some reason, both of our comments doubled up at nearly the same time. (or was that only on my side?)
I saw that, too! I just deleted the copy.
Damn, this looks absolutely stunning, great job!
Very pretty and atmospheric. Super calming game!
So cozy! Finished the game after meditating in all the three spots!