Review: EMMA: Lost in Memories (Steam)

EMMA: Lost in Memories is a 2D puzzle platformer game in which all the platforms and walls start disappearing progressively as you touch them. Think, strategize, run, jump and feel in a surreal and poetic world where everything fades away.

Pros:

  • Hand-drawn graphics.
  • 195mb download size.
  • Controller support.
  • All buttons do the same action.
  • Tutorial at the start.
  • Endless runner style platform gameplay.
  • Two modes- adventure Unlockable memory chest.
  • Gimmick-the level fades away as you move. Movement is constant and you have no control over it.
  • Actions-slide, climb, jump, double jump and wall jumping.
  • Decent graphics.
  • Replay levels.
  • World map level select.
  • Quick restarts.
  • Feathers-optional collectibles that unlock concept art in the photo album.
  • Strong story.

Cons:

  • No graphics settings.
  • Constant difficulty spikes.
  • Little replayability.
  • No leaderboards.
  • No Steam achievements.
  • No helps/tips.
  • Short game.

Jim Smale

Gaming since the Atari 2600, I enjoy the weirdness in games counting Densha De Go and RC De Go as my favourite titles of all time. I prefer gaming of old where buying games from a shop was a thing, Being social in person was a thing. Join me as I attempt to adapt to this new digital age!

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