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| Criteria | Rank | Score* | Raw Score |
| Overall | #1 | 3.550 | 3.550 |
| Efficacy and Impact (Inspiration and motivation for collective action) | #1 | 3.100 | 3.100 |
| Theme (Sustainable Future / use of Guide) | #1 | 3.800 | 3.800 |
| Aesthetics (Graphics, Audio, Polish) | #2 | 4.200 | 4.200 |
| Gameplay ( Fun, Engagement, Accessibility) | #7 | 3.100 | 3.100 |
Ranked from 10 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.
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Team Wisdom
Is this future (in your game) possible?
Yes, we think so!
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The world echoes murmurings I've been hearing for a few years now - that the future lies in communities and close-knit local ecosystems, but this was the first time I read of one that also had its own localized network. It was also the first time I was presented with the idea that a gobally connected society leads to destruction because of its very connectedness. Very interesting, gives me lots to think about!
Wow, such a thoughtful storyline showcasing a potential future. I love how it extrapolates the existing AI boom and pictures its relevance in the near future. Even though the concept of standalone, separated communities does sound like it might work, it is hard for me to come around to accept the idea as a practical solution. I, regretfully, had to pull the plug on the wise woman. :(
But again, I congratulate you on making such a thought-provoking game. The artwork and the music were great as well. Well done!
Thank you so much for engaging with the story and for your kind words! Honestly, I needed complete separation to sell Aira’s story, but it probably wouldn’t play out like that in reality. There’s no shame at all in the decision you made - I suspect it’s what Aira would actually do!
super intriguing!!
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Wonderful story game! The art is beautiful, the writing is snappy, and the sound is great. Awesome job!
This is lovely feedback, thank you! Your reaction to the mystery and reveal of the Wise Woman is exactly what I was hoping for.
I’m actually stoked you came away with mixed feelings about the setting – it certainly isn’t a utopia and my main goal was to get people thinking about what they want from the future!
Very nice presentation, artwork and music, but I did not bet the ending, we get more understanding, so now there are even more unanswered questions about the outside world
Thanks for playing, and I'm glad you liked the art and music!! Think of the ending as giving you space to imagine how you'd fill in the blanks 😉
I'm not the biggest fan of visual novels, but the beautiful art and soothing music invited me to stay a little longer. This is very cozy!
Thank you for playing. I agree about the art and music!