Journey of the Broken Circle

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  • Summary: Platforming & Storytelling *literally* go hand in hand in this journey full of love and fun, but also questions... Meet fascinating characters on your quest to complete the imperfect Circle. New partners bring unique abilities and their own personality to roll with. In this 3-5 hoursPlatforming & Storytelling *literally* go hand in hand in this journey full of love and fun, but also questions... Meet fascinating characters on your quest to complete the imperfect Circle. New partners bring unique abilities and their own personality to roll with. In this 3-5 hours adventure, full of ups and downs but always playful and rewarding, the Circle learns about itself and you, along with it.… Expand

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  1. Positive: 3 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. GameSpew
    Mar 12, 2021
    80
    If you’re looking for a platforming experience that won’t push you to your limits but instead engage you in a thoughtful, sometimes meditative journey, then you won’t go far wrong with Journey of the Broken Circle. There are a few issues with its writing and translation, but there’s nothing to detract from its beautiful art and sumptuous soundtrack. Slow down, enjoy the scenery, and take heed of its message.
  2. KeenGamer
    Mar 22, 2021
    80
    Journey of the Broken Circle succeeds in creating a beautiful and heartfelt narrative that will touch players struggling with loneliness. Though there are some heavy-handed moments, the effective use of gameplay and storytelling made it clear how the game won a narrative award. While the gameplay is simple, the game is a well-produced and thoughtful package - perfect for any gamers looking for a calm and cozy experience.
  3. WellPlayed
    Mar 10, 2021
    75
    Quotation forthcoming.
  4. Pure Playstation
    Apr 27, 2021
    70
    Journey of the Broken Circle is a sweet, thought-provoking adventure that’s well worth the journey. Despite a few missteps with some contradictory controls and a short run time, Circle has grown on me and I’ll be rolling back into this one until the final trophy pops. It’s just a shame that there’s not much more to enjoy.
  5. Impulsegamer
    May 12, 2021
    50
    The gameplay of Journey of the Broken Circle almost caused me to throw my controller across the room and quit several times over its brief journey. But I kept coming back to it because I was charmed by the story and the atmosphere. Those expecting a decent platforming experience might want to look elsewhere, but there is a lot to like.

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  1. SuperkenGaming
    Apr 7, 2021
    7
    Journey of the broken circle
    becoming complete
    Journey of the broken circle as an a little over 2 and a half hour long adventure platforming    Journey of the broken circle
    becoming complete
    Journey of the broken circle as an a little over 2 and a half hour long adventure platforming game where you play as a circle.. you set out to find your perfect fit, to become whole… this is a story about break ups…how to deal with them.. and jus overall acceptance… as you find new things to complete you, youll do platforming sections based off of that thing… such as sticking to a wall, floating in air, or going really fast… the magic here really I in the story telling, the way it opens your eyes to relationhip problems is really clever, and is the main reason to even play this.. if youre looking for pure gameplay, eh.. the platforming wont really challenge you.. its kind of just there as an obstacle to overcome in your new relationship.. nothing too crazy..very straightforward.. you go right… and get over the things in your way.. search for mushrooms to play bonus levels.. but again the beauty isn’t in the gameplay, so for me personally I didn’t like the actual platforming enough to want more when I was done.. as again I found it to be just kinda something to do while journey of the broken circle sets out to tell you its story and give you its lessons..
    This definitely isn’t a game for everyone, but I enjoyed it for what it was.
    I give Journey of the broken circle
    a 7/10    … Expand
  2. GretchenGrinch4
    Jan 29, 2022
    1
    A chore to complete some chapters. Should be renamed journey of the broken controls. While the hand painted looking graphics are nice and theA chore to complete some chapters. Should be renamed journey of the broken controls. While the hand painted looking graphics are nice and the story is meaningful enough, it just doesn't get past the ineffectiveness of the controller interface. i may have given this a 3 but the devs decision to add the ridiculously flawed bonus chapter "bad trip" in the trophy set deserves a few lost points. Its maddening really. dont waste your $ and if you get it free , dont waste your time.… Expand