Rivage
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Rivage is an intriguing sci-fi puzzle game that uses the ability to loop time as a central mechanic.
Rivage is a very good looking game and has some great talent in its voice acting which, alongside the written messages, emails, and notes, all goes to give depth to characters that are not present. However, the puzzles are hit and miss. While most are a decent challenge, some outstay their welcome and feel padded out along with the multiple barriers placed in front of players.
Rivage has an interesting premise but struggles to meet its potential.
The very moment we begin our journey in Rivage, it's clear that we're in quite familiar sci-fi territory. Stranded and alone aboard the ARES space...
The premise is unique and interesting, but is driven by one-note character, bad writing and poorly communicated goals. Underlining all of this is the ever-present anxiety that what you're experiencing isn't the work of a real person, but generative AI.
Rivage is a fine-enough puzzle game, but some questionable decisions make it a more frustrating than enjoyable experience.
If you're not puzzle-minded, Rivage is going to be an absolute nightmare with its lack of handholding and direction. But if you've got an analytical mind and thrive when challenged, you're going to absolutely love this immersive sci-fi experience.
First-person sci-fi puzzle adventure set aboard the A.R.E.S. space station in which you’ll have to escape from a time loop
