RiME Reviews
It wants to be more of a three-dimensional museum, one that carefully categorizes emotions, than a game.
If visual quality is what Tequila Works had in mind, three years have been well spent on fabricating a stylish, truly wondrous environment, despite drawing obviously from previous adventure accolades. It'll likely underwhelm if approached explicitly as a puzzler, but Rime's brief tale manages moments of genuine poignancy. The PC port is in dire need of patching, however, if such charm is to survive.
RIME takes inspiration from many classics including ICO and Journey to create a unique experience that never feels like it is from an indie developer. It masterfully utilizes visuals and music to create an exceptional adventure.
I've had such a splendid time with Rime, so deeply enjoyed its expansive and sumptuous world, and found myself not missing the attack button at all. Not when there's a sing/shout button that does so many more interesting things.
Although it’s riddled with its share of disappointment, there’s something really powerful about RiME that keeps me thinking about it.
If RiME can nail one thing, it´s his presentation, not only can it convince with a gorgeous artstyle and great textures but also with a beautiful soundtrack. Unfortunately, these are the only good aspects about it, since it failed at everything it tried, being more of a copy-cat than an unique game, clinging so heavily onto the path Team ICO or Journey paved.
Ben received a digital copy of Rime from the developer for review.
With a magnificent soundtrack, stunning visuals and a compelling story, it ranks amongst the most memorable games I have played this year and probably will for a long time.
In the end, RiME is a beautiful piece and I loved every second I spent in this magical game. It’s an emotional adventure, and that’s what it makes RiME a stunning title despite the performance issues it has.
Rime is a pleasant title that's extremely easy on the eyes, and perhaps a little too easy on the brain.
Although many delayed games usually don't end up being the best, fortunately this isn't the case with RiME. Tequilla Works suceeded and served us an excelent adventure that you shouldn't miss.
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RiME is a beautiful game. There's no denying that its visuals are stunning and the soundtrack is fantastic. The presentation is spot on. Unfortunately the game that lies within this audiovisual marvel is lacking.
Rime has the potential to be so much more than it actually is. It's got stunning presentation, an intriguing world, and some neat ideas. However, all of this is overshadowed by the more mundane puzzles and glaring technical issues that come with it. While Rime may well have looked to some of the modern greats for inspiration, it'll struggle to be remembered for half as long.
Rime is a good game on its own merit but it's always going to be compared to titles that fans of the genre are probably familiar with.
RiME is a beautiful game that excels in its presentation and tells a compelling narrative. Although it's held back by technical issues and simplistic puzzles, it's well-worth the price of admission.
A high-water mark in the "interactive narrative" genre. If that sounds good to you, buy it.
RiME is an attractive title that sends you on a fascinating journey.
Playing as a young child, you awaken on a beach at the edge of a gorgeous, Zelda-inspired tropical island surrounded by the remnants of a shipwreck. With no idea how you arrived or how you are going to get back home you set off to explore.
RiME is a piece of art, its great change from AAA games. With the beautiful visuals and amazing music that ends a long day with relaxing experience. RiME length is ideal comparing to similar games, if you fell in love with Abzu and Journey you will defiantly enjoy every moment of RiME and you may even find stuff that was inspired by them.
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