![]() ![]() The mechanics of the game are quite intuitive and introduced by a brief, but solid enough tutorial. This is still a minor flaw but was very jarring, leaving me confused about what was happening for some seconds, more than once. As the map’s quite a limited one, this often leads to obnoxious, overly-long mid-song changes that I feel could’ve been avoided. Concerning this specific aspect, however, I’m not a fan of dev’s choice to transition from one song to another when switching zones of the city. The soundtrack is also something to enjoy, fitting the whole experience and enriching it thanks to its upbeat tunes. Overall, this dreamy world is really a pleasure to walk through, and has nothing to envy to triple-A games of the same kind. Bright colors and contrasts are definitely one of the major components of the charm of Alchemy Story. The effort put into this aspect is clearly exceptional. Just like in real life, excluding the risks of rejection and social anxiety.Ī thing I really loved about this game was its 3D cartoony graphics. I really appreciated how slowly their stories unfold depending on how much players interact. It isn’t difficult to build up trust, and all interactions are particularly positive. To make some extra money, players can brew potions and sell them, or open a small shop at the local market.īy gifting objects and helping out NPCs, the alchemist’s helper will get closer to them and eventually have the chance to pursue a romantic relationship with one if they choose. The newcomer must help them get back to their human forms.Īside from that, she must gather ingredients for potions, help other characters with their daily tasks, look after a little garden and take care of the cutest animals. It is quickly established that a witch has cast a spell on some inhabitants, turning them into animals. The newcomer in town meets the village’s alchemist, who is responsible for teaching her everything she must know about his work as his apprentice. ![]() Recalling popular titles like Animal Crossing or Harvest Moon, this title is an immersive RPG experience with some management elements.Ĭompletely brought to life by solo developer Elo ïse Laroche and featuring whimsical music by Matthew Harnage, Alchemy Story is expected to give the player a peaceful dive into a much kinder universe. In fact, this is exactly what caught my attention when I landed my eyes on Alchemy Story. This is something I learnt with time, how to enjoy and seek relaxation to escape this frantic world. ![]() Playing a video game doesn’t always have to be about competition, skills and frustration. ![]()
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