Wings of Glass 玻璃の羽

At the very start of the game. I could see a potential so I took my time at the hub. It is also used as a menu. I was charmed by the music just from first few notes. I also adored somehow-nostalgic good-old Unity design. I mistakenly changed my dubs English to Japanese and i'm convinced myself this is the best version of the main antagonist. It all started marvelous. Hub was pretty chill and i thought i would have to turn back here and do some inventory management and stuff since i had no clue what the game was about i imagined the hub as Majula from Dark Souls 2 which is a comfy place you sometimes come back to chill and level up your character. Even the music is similiar though. I see that as a missed oppurtunity.

The opening was too long. Slowly walking under some platforms or idly walking while the demon was talking was genious for a few seconds but it gets boring after that. It could be some kind of a tutorial area which you could atleast learn platforming 101 without really using your brain while listening to a pretty long monologue. But still, It all started well.

Sadly, it gets boring after a few areas. Same assets have been used again and again. The opening made me see a higher potential and expect a better level design. But somehow level design and enemy placements are the only downsides. Puzzles were not bad but pretty rewarding. Unfortunately, this rewarding feeling doesn't encourage you to play the game. If you feel stuck, you'll give up. You'll feel like you're playing in the same level from the start of the game. I still appreciate the dev adding more moves which are not so easy to learn to the character which makes it a kind of "git gud" type of game.

Overall, It's a decent but weird type itch.io game. Worth a try for half an hour but not more. Otherwise it will lose it's magic.
https://youtu.be/kx-miaqStxE?si=EK7WC_WLwicc946k

It's like a puzzle game crossed with a precision platformer, where the puzzle is to find which objects are interactive when the screen is way too dark, and the platforming is more luck than precision. With some bonus immortal enemies that like to knock you down, then stand on you so you get knocked around again as soon as you stand up, and a handful of trial-and-error controls and a few jumpscares.

Wings of Glass is a complete overhaul of the developers older game "Glass Wing" I believe. Its a very beautiful platformer, build in a unique world. Theres no handholding, so figuring out environmental hazards is up to you, but there was nothing I would consider hard.

Had a great time with this game! The whimsical yet moody atmosphere is really engaging, and the world is very imaginative. With a plethora of puzzle-solving elements, the game reminds me a lot of old school platformers from the PS1/N64 era. The game is also very speedrunner friendly. Mayfly, the main character, moves very swiftly - the abilities you unlock along the way help you perform acrobatic maneuvers that feel great when you nail a sequence of jumps perfectly.

I also really like the character designs and story. Mayfly is very expressive and has many different animations that react depending on the situation. There are subtle details such as Mayfly looking in the direction of objects of interest while solving puzzles. Ferace is also a very imposing villain that clearly illustrates what is at stake.

My main critique would be that some of the game mechanics could have been communicated more effectively. There were a few times where I got stuck with a puzzle from not fully understanding some of the controls or how the abilities worked. Not to say there should be more handholding, but I believe more instances of instructive level design could alleviate the frustration factor for first time players.

I really enjoyed solving the puzzles, especially the platforming sequences. However, some of them did have solutions which I found a little counterintuitive. For example, in one section of the game, you have to deliberately electrocute yourself to charge up a tuning fork. It seemed a little immersion breaking from a story perspective. Thankfully, the nearby autosave and the lack of penalties for dying does allow for some out-of-the-box experimentation.

There were also a few bugs I encountered - one of which caused a softlock from going out of bounds in the final area of the game. At least I was easily able to continue where I left off without any significant loss in progress.

The game is on the shorter side, but that's not a bad thing. This actually works to its advantage as it makes the game very replayable. Despite this, without giving too much away, the ending was rather abrupt, and I was hoping the narrative would leave off on a more resolving story beat.

Overall, for having such a small development team, the game is very impressive. If you're looking for a quick, retro-style platforming experience, I would recommend it.

Charming game. Interesting concept. It really doesn't hold your hand in any way.

But...I'm not a fan of starting all the way back at the beginning of a level when something kills me and redoing all the parkour. It's just tedious. It made me quit right out of there and hit the uninstall button.

Add some more save points to it and I'll change my recommendation and maybe try to finish it.

I also don't know what's up with Steam and logging my playtime, I played this game longer than fourteen minutes.

This Game is really interesting but the camera is so fucking bad that its almost unplayable when you're not in a side scrolling section, There is some very cool Imagery in here i wish i could play it.

For those who reading this expect spoilers - I'm not a critic I just an ordinary person. I might as write down the positive or else I get angry comments. xD

So...

Fun Game!!! The game has good graphics great piano music and a interesting story. I like the idea of it being a puzzle game trying to find a way too escape from these horny monsters was thrilling. I usually tried too attack my enemies head on but it took me awhile too realize that they don't die easily. So your best bet is too run & hide from your predator. I also like how the spider webs were placed that does those guide me on where I suppose too go. So I think this is all the positive things I could think off...

Negative thoughts #1 : Ehh... The random diaries/notes you find through out the game. I find it mostly pointless I thing its supposed too make mayfly feel less scared exploring the unknown. The more I read the more I want too visit this random fictional creatures. So yeah... I have no idea if there was any benefits too read all of the notes through out the game.
Negative thoughts #2 : I wished there was a way too entered Mayfly house like a fun little easter egg. I'm wondering if she eats real food besides blue flowers. That's what the game is missing a little hiddin clue on who is she. I know she's a fairy but I wondered if she's always running away from all big bad monsters or she's a shy timid fairy monsters that likes too be alone.
Negative thought #3 : The many hours I tried too figure out what too do. Although the spider webs did guide me too the end of the game. I was glad that I read a note that tells me too follow the spider web trail. I forgot were did I find that particular note but that was helpful.
Negative thought #4 : Okay I know mayfly is not a crazy murderer but like seriously why is the AX weapon weak. It took me 17 hits too kill a horny monster I was self defending from death. :l
Negative thought #5 - Infinite respawn - There should a penalty for dying so many times a bad ending where Ferace (The Skull Monster) Grabs mayfly and actually pop mayfly head while he laughing maniacally. Something that will discourage players for having mayfly fall from her death. I know its not a M rated game but I like the idea of not screwing up.

So my final verdict I rate this game a 8.4/10 the game is beautiful well made... It just that I don't know what's going on and how would mayfly return home when I powerful giant skeleton monsters is after her glass wings The game is not complete but I heard the game developer might make part 2 which is what I like too hear.
This is a hidden gem that needs more attention. I highly recommend this if you enjoy 3-D platform games the game itself is not expensive the price is mark fairly. lol

Wings of Glass is short (I finished it in only 2 hours), but it's actually a pretty great game. Most of the levels are about puzzle solving and platforming with very little combat. The platforming requires surprisingly tight execution, and the final battle requires an uncommon strategy :) I got this game on sale, and would absolutely recommend picking it up if you've got a few hours to spare.

Edit: I speedrun this game now. It's a really fun run! If you want to get in touch, head to speedrun.com/wingsofglass!

Na minha maquina o jogo ficou mais bonito do que no trailer

A wonderfully atmospheric platformer with a lovely artstyle and an intriguing story. Aside from a few glitches (including a really annoying fullscreen bug) and some general jankiness, the gameplay is solid and I really appreciate the lack of hand-holding throughout.

Overall I would recommend.

I had played the second game made by this developer first. I liked it, so moved onto this one.

OK, the game has a few glitches, a little fewer since I stared playing it, meaning the developer is still active, and willing to fix issues, just like the previous game i played.

I felt the second game to be a lot more of a Parkour collect-a-thon than this one, but this one to be far more challenging, and has more of a story to find and follow.

Do to some now fixed glitches, one I thought was a good one to exploit, actually in the long run, had destabilized the game later on.

The glitch was, I was able to pickup the first collectable wing twice. That gave me five wings to start with and six times I could be hit before I die. Not the normal game experience I was meant to have. It also broke getting my fifth wing and an ability power-up in the area I needed it.

With the glitches fixed, it should not be an issue anymore for new players.

My thoughts after finishing the game. It has some Parkour elements to it, with some Zelda like puzzles to figure out.

The game is not a hack and slash, despite you have weapons you can use. The weapons are only key items, and not something to attack with. Attacking will do you no good in this game.

The end Boss is not easy. I give one hint. You will have to confront the end Boss at some point to get your wing you need, even thought you can't attack the Boss. Good luck with that. ^.^

This was an enjoyable game, with, for me, a bit of a bitter sweet ending. But not at all a bad ending. Just not what I was expecting. It did make for an interesting ending though. And that's good.

It also has a collectable story you can avoid if you wish, by not reading any of the letters that can be found. They don't help you to finish the game. But you do get a story out of the game if you do take the time to read each letter you come across.

I did read each letter I found, and I liked the story. I give this hint. You understand who the end Boss is, if you read the letters.

Seeing I am a fan of 3D platform games, and this one being only at $5.99, it to me is a good game for the price.

I did play this one at about 95% the first time, before the glitch I found broke the game for me. And complected the game 100% twice shortly after. So I feel I got my monies worth out if it. ^.^

So, I don't normally write reviews, but as i feel this needs far more exposure, I'm going to his time.

The game play is fluid and plays really well in my opinion.

The aesthetic in my opinion is fantastic. The graphics are cool and the contrast between mayfly's general cute appearance with the rest of the world really emphasises she is not safe.

The music, I also adore, it's very atmospheric and non intrusive. It also fits really well with the theme and in my opinion doesn't get annoying even after listening to the same track for ages when your stuck on a platforming puzzle.

Lastly the platform puzzles are challenging, and can take a while to figure out, but once you do they feel very rewarding.

To summarise, I love it!

So I played through the entire game from start to finish. It actually made me jump at some spots, and was fun. However at some parts its confusing on what to do, well at least for me it was.

Overall very good, looks very nice, a good length for an indie title, and it can be improved.
Looking forward to chapter 3 and DLC.
You're the best Sayuri!

Really surprised how good this turned out.
I am glad I bought this game recently. I have just reached the credits as of yesterday.

The game, while simple, has a really great art direction and atmosphere around it compared to the first one. I really enjoyed the whole adventure as Mayfly. Her abilities as you gain them back were quite a plus as well. Each section of the game always kept me thinking and wondering what is gonna happen next.

Each element and environment felt unique and at times kept me on my toes. It also gave me a sense of wonder similar to Klonoa. It is a platformer with a unique feel just like Klonoa is.

Overall I enjoyed this game thoroughly and hope to see more with Wings of Glass and other games made by this developer.

Fun as all get out and very immersive. Reminds me of the classic puzzle games of the PS1 era. The music is by far the best part of the game for me. Very soothing.

Playing through this Wings of Glass was great. I love that it lets you figure things out yourself and makes you spend hours trying to figure out what you need to do. I also like the challenge of getting through the game and not being able to attack you enemies. after playing through this game it seems like a good speed running game once you know how all the mechanics work. The story is very interesting and I can't wait to see where it goes from here. I can't wait to play the next part. My over all ratting is 10/10. even though I would not recommend playing with a controller.

My Play Through: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7lPvZ7fSDc&list=PLXALDDWS0jLGUU-9bOZAu-MKcOxmVNBsl

Pretty admirable effort on the part of the lone developer
You play as the ( adorable ) Mayfly, a creature known as a Glasswing
in the beginning of the story, you are met with another demon hat thinks she will do the world better, if she isn't a glass wing anymore - so he starts to pull off her wings.
In the midst of this, Mayfly falls through the earth into an underground cave, and is now tasked with finding her wing pieces/

The game controls pretty nicely ( on mouse and keyboard - controller feels weird and off at times )
If you played Metal Gear Rising - this game might feel comfortable to you, Mayfly sort of auto parkours over obstacles when you jump near em, see some tall pillars? Just jump! Mayfly will stick to em like glue, making the tricky platforming sections a breeze ( you can still fall off though, it's not fool-proof )
As you go through the levels searching for wing pieces, you will meet puzzles - all of which are setup int he intro.
you can duck and crawl, you can climb ledges, purple stuff on the ground makes you stuck - therefor unable to jump, etc

All the while you're doing the puzzle/platforming sections - Mayfly is VERY emotive ( she's really cute, in other words )

puzzles might include - gathering a water crystal to clean purple goo off the floor, grabbign a burning crystal to brun thorny barbs down from a ledge you need to grab, or even luring an enemy into walls you can't destroy - to destroy em for you.

My one issue so far is it seems after loading a new area, your camera control settings revert. So if like me, you invert X or Y camera controls, you're gonna have to re-set it every new screen.

The game isn't perfect, but I think you'll have fun with Mayfly. The dev even added a Picture mode, and you can do all sorts of beautiful and cute pictures with it. I enjoyed this a lot, actually.

Keep in mind this is a 1 woman dev team, when you see that perspective - makes the game a bit more impressive for the work and effort put into it.

I have just finished what is currently avalible and I have to say that this is officaly one of my favorite games ever.
I highly recomend playing it if you like Alice: Madness Returns and other similar games

An interesting blend of polished and janky, Wings of Glass is a 3D platformer that's more unique through the context of its ideas rather than the actual ideas themselves. Jumping doesn't feel entirely polished in terms of animation and sound, but it functions solidly enough and the game does a fantastic job at correcting small mistakes and keeping platforming fluid in ways much bigger games can't manage. In spite of that, it's not a game I'd recommend to a casual platformer fan. While the actual action of Wings of Glass isn't really difficult, a lot of its puzzles, thanks to their minimal explanation of mechanics, take a good amount of gaming intuition to tackle. Of course, because of this lack of explanation, the game's otherwise straightforward puzzles and navigation feel more satisfying than usual to overcome.

If you really love 3D platformers with puzzles or have played a lot of games and just want something kind of different, then this is likely to offer an enjoyable, short experience for you, although it might not satisfy completely due to just how suddenly the game rolls its credits. Not that its length is a problem at all - the pacing's just a bit odd.

At any rate, if the trailer is at all appealing to you, just give the game a try - it's short enough to fit in a lazy weekend afternoon, so it's easy to tick off right away without getting stacked on top of your already massive backlog.

Wings of Glass is a beautiful puzzle platformer with intriguing puzzles and absolutely no hand holding. While the path to discovering answers to enigmatic problems can be frustrating, it's also extremely rewarding when you succeed. And the gorgeous art you see along the way makes pressing forward ever worth it.