Ruinscape

Ruinscape is a short walking simulator game that has no save function. Once you exit the game, you go back to the beginning. At the end of the game, you have the option to go back to pick up any missing artefacts or notes. Most gamers complete Ruinscape in an hour. I took ages because I couldn't find one darn chest! Ruinscape is just you (an archeologist) navigating through the ruins of a castle. Notes strewn around give vignettes about romances taking place between the walls. They give an insight about the expectations and protocols of the times. Along the way, you find notes and chests hidden around the castle. The chests hold artefacts and jewellry which are the collectables you need to get. You also find keys which open any gates you encounter. Be sure to look in every nook and cranny as a few of the chests are very well hidden! There are also sconces that you can light, but they are optional and not connected to any achievements. This is a relaxing, peaceful and undemanding game and the graphics are well executed giving off the vibe of an ancient castle. There are no jumpscares, bosses or platforming to be done and no timed sequences. I played on KB and Mouse and encountered no problems. Music was gentle and unobtrusive. Soundscape was mainly birds and a frog or two. Sconces on the walls can activate gates which you hear creaking open in the distance. I quite enjoyed this game as the graphics were easy on the eye and it is nice to go for a wander without something jumping out at you! 8.5/10

Definitely recommend! I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the story. You walk through an incredible fortress — yes, it's in ruins, but that only adds to its amazing atmosphere. I was truly impressed by the visuals and the music. Sometimes, you just want to stand still and soak in all the beauty.

If you're looking for danger, puzzles, or jaw-dropping plot twists, this might not be your game. But if you’re in the mood for a peaceful, atmospheric stroll through a forgotten ruin, this game offers exactly that. The premise is as simple as it gets: you're an unnamed explorer investigating the remains of an old castle. A snapped rope sends you tumbling into a cell below, but don’t expect any tension to rise from that. Conveniently, the key to your freedom is in a chest right next to you. From there, your only goal is to climb the castle’s tower and escape using a second grappling hook. What follows is a slow-paced journey through mossy corridors and sunlit halls. With no threats or extra mechanics, the gameplay revolves entirely around exploration and light environmental interaction. The atmosphere is serene, with soft ambient music, birds chirping, and warm sunlight pouring through shattered ceilings and vine-covered opening. While the castle is clearly abandoned, it feels surprisingly preserved. Tables are still set, weapons remain in their racks, and a training area lies almost ready for use. Only the skeletons in the dungeon hint at a darker past, but even these don’t look that unsettling. Exploration is straightforward, with a mostly linear path guiding players toward the exit. Progress is occasionally halted by locked doors, but keys are always placed nearby, on tables or inside obvious chests, so you’ll rarely, if ever, find yourself stuck. The castle isn’t sprawling, and most paths are easy to follow despite some debris or overgrown areas. Despite the mention of puzzles in the game's decription, there are none. The only "challenge" is near the beginning, where you have to place two items (which are nearby) to open a door. The game does include collectible hunting to spice things up. You’ll find glowing trinkets like goblets and rings scattered throughout, mostly placed in plain sight or in chests tucked behind a corner. None are truly hidden, but you’ll still need to peek everywhere to find them all. Notes that expand on the castle’s history are another collectible type, though these can be harder to spot, as they lack the sparkling visual cue used for other items. Everything you collect, notes and valuables alike, comes with a brief description and is tied to a handful of achievements. The entire experience is short, taking around an hour. One notable downside is the lack of a save system. Once you exit to the main menu, all progress is lost, forcing you to replay from the beginning. This makes full collectible runs best suited for a single sitting, which thankfully is entirely feasible given the game's length.

Гра вражає своєю гарною картинкою, прємною музикою та неспішною подачею. У грі гарна атмосфера яка дозволяє зануритись у пошук речей які повіствують історію ціх руїн та того що там трапилось.

Гру купила через наявність у ній української мови. Сподобалося: — бродити руїнами. Дуже атмосферно! — знаходити скрині зі «скарбами»; — знаходити й активовувати таємні механізми (хоч якась головоломка) Не сподобалося: — не можна бігти чи стрибати, тому ходити трошки довго. Але якщо грати, просто щоб розслабитися, то норм; — аркуші з уривками історій збирати цікаво, але самі історії, мабуть, на любителя. Як на мій смак, то це примітивні романтичні соплі для малоліток :) Спершу читала, щоб пофейспалмити, але далі набридло, то просто збираю. Загалом гру рекомендую. Хороша забавка, щоб відпочити, помилуватися красивою старовиною. Також, можливо, ви будете з тих читачів, кому сподобається жанр зібраних по клаптиках історій.

A chill exploration walking sim with minor interactions and collectibles to find. For people who love this genre and medieval ruins. A fine one evening experience, no monsters or jump scares, just relax ps. the game doesn't have a save fiel! you log off - you lose progress.

Nice, peaceful, exploration game with puzzles. Beautiful image and music. Good story-telling.

Якщо брати до уваги що ця гра є першою в команди розробників- то вона гарно зроблена. Саунд дизайн десь на фоні собі звучить, добовляє та підкреслює що це руїни колись величного замку, а тепер воно воз'єдналося з природою. Сама гра проходиться за пару годи що якраз і треба для подібних ігор-прогулянок з вивченням місцевості.

Прикольная медитативная игра, прошел полностью, идеально подходит, чтобы отвлечься и расслабиться после тяжёлого рабочего дня. Атмосфера, музыка и геймплей создают ощущение покоя и уюта.

개발자야 이게 한국돈으로 5600원? 언리얼엔진 프리미엄이 너무 비싸구나 지원 언어는 일본어 중국어가 있는데 한국어는 왜 없을까나? 맨 처음 조각상 문제를 풀 땐 "오 재밌다 재밌어" 하다 관문하나 지나치니 본능이 이끄는대로 걷기 시뮬레이터더라 퍼즐요소가 처음말곤 없는거같아 참 많이 아쉽다. 멀미 있으면 구매를 고려하는게 좋음