Many may recognize the “Rhyme Dust” feature, which is interpolated from Q-Tip’s 1999 classic, “Breathe & Stop.” Coming as cross-genre weapon that pays homage to an iconic era of hip-hop while also showcasing the beauty of a somewhat minimalist style of tech house, “Rhyme Dust” was refined to perfection. And after what has felt like a lifetime of waiting, one of Dancing Astronaut‘s (and everyone else’s) most-anticipated IDs of 2023 has finally hit streaming platforms, making the first-ever collaboration between the two powerhouse names through a trio of labels including Columbia UK, Ultra Records, and Three Six Zero Recordings. But they made the quick pivot over the holiday break to overhaul their 2023 release schedules-and clear the sample-so that they could strike while the iron was still hot. Dom Dolla had explained that they had yet to finalize it and were simply continuing to crowdtest it on both social media and behind the decks before doing so. First unveiled in July of 2022, “Rhyme Dust” caught the attention of many throughout the summer, but it wasn’t until the end of 2022 that the track exploded across TikTok’s For You Page, leaving Dom Dolla and MK in a precarious situation. With sumptuous visuals, a gorgeous soundtrack and some very clever puzzles, you’d be wise to check this game out on Game Pass or via Steam.Dom Dolla and MK have finally answered the endless sea of cries for their highly anticipated collaboration. I certainly felt a sense of achievement at the game’s conclusion. I have played numerous games of this type over the years and this is another that I really enjoyed. If you want to investigate a mystery by exploring a beautiful location and solving puzzles whilst also learning about Polynesian culture this is a good place to do just that. If you're a fan of emotional stories and challenging logical puzzles then you should dive straight into this adventure. A must for lovers of narrative adventures and puzzles.Ĭall of the Sea's original setting, narrative, and overall feel totally hooked me – even when I wasn't playing I found myself working over the puzzles in my head. Puzzles with a great design (mostly) and a story that captures without remedy from the first minute. IGN Spain - Álex Pareja - Spanish - 7.5 / 10
It will probably not remain among the most notable examples of the genre, but we must give credit to the fact that it manages to offer an alternative vision of the Lovecraftian narrative universe, potentially capable of satisfying those who do not always want monsters or scares. Its weakness lies in a conception of riddles that is not always very clear, source of some moments of frustration, and in a limited duration.
IGN Italy - Davide Ambrosiani - Italian - 7 / 10Ĭall Of The Sea is a good debut, that uses puzzle and riddle-based gameplay to tell an atmospheric story. Through engaging puzzles and a captivating story, Call of the Sea provides an excellent, poignant adventure. If entered with the right mindset, The Call of the Sea can be a good companion for an evening in.Ĭall of the Sea's intriguing piecemeal story and beautiful setting falls to the wayside when its lack of signposting and overall artificially obtuse puzzles take center stage for much longer than acceptable.Ĭall of the Sea could benefit from having more substance, but otherwise it's a solid adventure game that manages to put a unique spin on the traditional Lovecraftian adventure. While the game is decent, the visuals, the acting, and the setting are top notch. It blends these varied genres to mixed success the puzzles are largely solid but you can find yourself banging your head against the wall in frustration for some, and the writing can be a bit campy but is carried by brilliant voice acting. Its few bugs aside, Call of the Sea is a satisfying adventure that will keep you gripped from start to finish.Ĭall of the Sea feels like a mix between a puzzle game and a 1930s pulp novel. The game looks beautiful, and the island you find yourself on, complete with all of its mysteries, begs to be explored. But if you enjoy solving logic problems, there’s a lot to love here. If you’re not a huge fan of puzzles, then you might find Call of the Sea‘s gameplay more frustrating than satisfying. Call of the Sea is a great start for developer Out of the Blue but didn't entirely capture me on any front, despite standout moments.
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