7/26/2023 0 Comments Slice of sea review![]() ![]() There is some backtracking to be had in this game. There isn’t much of a variety between areas, but I enjoyed exploring the many mysterious locations on display. Whether decaying manmade machinery or abandoned structures, there is plenty of sightseeing to be had, and it’s all lovingly crafted. The game has you trek through a number of detailed desolate spaces. I do feel, however, that there is a good amount of environmental storytelling which kept me curious enough to see more of the game’s world. ![]() There isn’t much of a narrative to get invested in, either, which is a bit of a missed opportunity because the world in which Slice of Sea is set is mysterious and compelling. In order to create a more lonely adventure, there aren’t many NPCs to interact with. The Ocean is a Desert with Its Life Underground It’s more contextually logical in that regard, which I appreciated. Thankfully, it doesn’t get too ridiculous – like, say, using a dried flower as duct tape or anything like that. Some puzzles involve devices and structures that are more unfamiliar or almost alien, they requiring more outside-the-box thinking. The game tends to lean on more on exploration, though, as puzzles felt secondary, and they aren’t too difficult or obtuse, offering just the right amount of challenge. There’s just enough puzzle-solving in this two-hour adventure to keep things engaging throughout. Puzzles are fairly straightforward and range from sequence puzzles to those that must be solved using environmental clues. But this aspect of finding items is fun and puts an emphasis on focusing on small details in every area. This aspect of the gameplay reminded me of Samorost, which also led to me spam-clicking when I got stuck in particular areas. Slice of Sea is one of those games with a lot of items to find, many hidden in plain sight. It’s straightforward and easy to jump into.īut as familiar as the gameplay is, the game stands out because of the other factors it has going for it. You’ve probably played a game like Slice of Sea before: it involves exploring a 2D environment and picking up items that are then used to solve puzzles and get past impeding obstacles. ![]()
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