World to the West

What's fun in the World to the West is, each character has their own abilities to solve puzzles by switching between 4 characters and what I liked that I could play the same map several times for each character and try to figure out what the character that could solve the puzzles at this map, reminds me of a puzzles in a game series called "Wild Arms" so I enjoyed it a lot!
I like how simple yet fun the game is, the world is colorful and cheerful and the dialogs are simple and interesting, The ost are so beautiful, I couldn't forget them and come back to listen to them again.
I love this cute game so much! so glad I discovered it <3

Cute and Enjoyable game, somewhat in the vein of Rare games (but with less collectables). Has a pretty varied cast of characters with equally varied talents, though not every character is equal (Ironically the Strongman becomes the weakest character quickly, being rather slow and unwieldy while not having many unique use-cases).
For fans of Teslagrad, though this game does have connections with Teslagrad 1 and 2 through Lumina, this game does strike a different tone and seems geared to be friendly towards younger audiences, so keep in mind that, comparatively, this game is a good deal easier.
The weakest points of this game are probably its control scheme, which can be pretty inaccurate, especially using ranged abilities, and the fact that you do have to individually control each character, often one at a time.
The latter often means a lot of "backtracking" where you have to move each character in between fast-travel points, but on the upside this fact is used pretty effectively narratively where often characters move in and out of the story. I definitely think this could have been changed to Donkey Kong Country scheme where each character automatically follows the one the player controls near the end of the game though, just to make your life easier.
Ultimately, I don't think these cons ruin the game at all though, more that they're points that should be improved upon if this game were to ever have a sequel or remake.

++++ Oustandingly well designed enemies
+++ Great gameplay and puzzles
+++ Great music and sfx
+++ Good controls
++ Nice graphics
+ OK story (forgettable)
- Ends somewhat abruptly
-- I got lost several times

This is a metroidvania, where you control 4 characters with different skills each. The gameplay and music are the highlight of the game. The story is entirely forgettable, but at least it doesn't take itself seriously and is sometimes funny. And the characters are colourful.

Achievements are getting collectibles, which there is an in-game locator for.

World to the West – A Whimsical Journey Through Mystery and Adventure 🌍✨
World to the West takes everything you loved about Teslagrad and expands it into a whole new, magical world. 🧳 This 3D action-adventure lets you embark on an unforgettable journey filled with stunning landscapes, from bright skies to eerie caves, all while unraveling the secrets of an ancient prophecy. 🌄🔮
The game’s vibrant art style and atmospheric world design are simply a joy to explore. The fluid gameplay and clever puzzles will keep you hooked, while the varied characters bring a fresh dynamic to the adventure. Each of the heroes you control has unique abilities, making for an exciting mix of strategy and action. ⚡🧙‍♂️
If you’re a fan of indie games that blend charm, mystery, and deep exploration, World to the West is an absolute must-play. Whether you’re solving puzzles or just soaking in the beautiful environments, this game offers a rich and rewarding experience. 🌍🎮
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Recommended with caveats.

I enjoyed World to the West, though it isn't perfect.

It is a game about traversal puzzles. Each of the four characters have differing abilities and the game is all about getting each character to specific points on the map. This aspect of the game is excellent, though you have to have a good tolerance for a lot of backtracking. Thankfully the map isn't that big and there are warp points.

The puzzling aspect of the game is the main focus, which is good, because the combat kinda sucks. Not that you do a ton of fighting but the controls aren't that refined for a lot of fun.

I never found myself itching to play World to the West while I was away from it, but once I booted it up I was hooked for hours. It isn't too hard, though I found myself scratching my head several times but never in frustration. The bosses are fairly easy, though this is good because of the crappy combat.

The pacing of the game is also a bit of a weak point. You spend eight of the nine chapters in somewhat of a tutorial mode before you are finally let loose in the final chapter. Given all the secrets and collectables, this can make the final chapter quite a bit longer than the other chapters. I didn't feel the need to get many of the collectables before reaching the end of the game and it felt like everything came together in a bit of a rush, though I think I'd had my fill of the game at that point anyhow.

With strong writing, nice visuals, and an excellent soundtrack, I think I'd recommend this one. Think of Lost Vikings as an RPG and you'll get the idea. It might be too slow paced for action fans, but those who like a bit of a thinker, I suspect you'll have some fun with this one.

I'm definitely going to check out Rain Games other offerings after playing World to the West.

Pretty fun. Great soundtrack.