- Publisher: Playism
- Release Date: Jul 23, 2024
- Also On: iPhone/iPad, PC, Switch, Xbox Series X
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Jul 23, 2024The Star Named EOS tells a wonderful, bittersweet story through a unique gameplay lens that marries point-and-click puzzling with some light photography to great effect. If you've got a couple hours to spare getting lost in this hand-drawn and beautiful little game, you're in for an absolute treat.
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Jul 30, 2024All those puzzles weave together to create a satisfying conclusion to Dei's journey that lands with impact, even if the pacing in the middle of the tale dips a little. Marrying the puzzles with the story is a gorgeous art style and stunning animation that consistently looks incredible, and has made the game stick in our mind. The Star Named EOS is a lovely, bitesized, personal tale that's easy to connect with and enjoy if you're a fan of similar narrative-led experiences and hidden object puzzle games.
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Jul 24, 2024I've waited for what seems like ages for The Star Named EOS to be released, and was it worth the wait? I think so. It might not be the longest game, but this isn't a bad thing. The story will keep you going, and the puzzles will sharpen your brain, all set in a dreamlike environment. For almost $15, I feel that this game was worth the price. For a short narrative puzzle game, there's plenty to be getting on with, and plenty to take away. If puzzle games with a story are your thing, The Star Named EOS should be added to your collection.
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Jul 23, 2024Mixing puzzles, photography and a touching narrative, there's a lot to love about The Star Named EOS. Its beautiful art style shines over its 3-4 hour running time, and while the ending perhaps isn't as strong as the game's first half, we still wouldn't hesitate to recommend this to any puzzle fan.
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Jul 26, 2024The Star Named EOS is a cozy game with a relaxing atmosphere, hand-drawn art style, and evocative soundtrack. The story unfolds through environmental exploration, and the gameplay is not particularly challenging, promoting a state of engagement and optimal flow. It has the potential to be moving and impactful, featuring twists and unexpected moments that we don’t want to spoil: the experience should be entirely your own, as it is definitely worth experiencing firsthand.
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Jul 24, 2024There is no denying that The Star Named EOS is a high-quality game. Beautiful and unique visuals, very creative puzzles, photographic freedom, and an exciting adventure promise to captivate the audience until the end.
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PLAYAug 19, 2024Optional photo opps for your album keep you curious, and most puzzles are fun to work out while rarely being taxing. Combined with a gorgeous art style, these memories are worth revisiting. [Issue#44, p.89]
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Sep 12, 2024The Star Named Eos is a short adventure game with some interesting puzzles, which ultimately fails to stand out. At best, it flickers in some moments, but it does not shine. The pacing, the low-res cutscenes, the repetitive pattern of the level design, and the lack of real connection with your character make the experience a rather forgettable one. Fans of the genre will have some fun with the game, but I’d recommend to pick this one up when it’s on sale, so you avoid feeling bad for not having your expectations met.