| Neva | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Release Date | Gameplay & Story | DLC & Pre-Order | Review |
| Release Date | |
|---|---|
| October 15, 2024 More Details | |
| Genre | |
| Adventure, Platformer, Puzzle | |
| Platforms | Price (MSRP) |
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$19.99 |
| Developer | Publisher |
| Nomada Studio | Devolver Studio |
| Number of Players | Age Rating |
| 1 | E |
| Time to Finish | Cross Platform Play |
| 4 - 6 Hours | No |
| Official Website | Official Website for Neva |
Neva Latest News
⚫︎ Neva Has Been Nominated for Best Art Direction, Games for Impact and Best Independent Game for The Game Awards 2024(Game8)
⚫︎ Nomada Studio Hosted A Private Concert For Neva (Nomada Studio)
⚫︎ Neva Held A Fan Art Contest On Twitter With A Deluxe Edition of The Game As A Winning Prize (Nomada Studio)
Neva Overview
Neva is an indie adventure game developed by Nomada Studio, the creators of GRIS. Neva takes players on a journey through themes of loss, growth, and renewal, as they explore a fantastical world threatened by darkness.
Built on the success of GRIS, Neva promises a similar focus on narrative and emotional resonance, with a unique twist in its gameplay mechanics and visual storytelling. The game introduces a bond between its protagonist, Alba, and a young wolf cub, serving as the emotional and mechanical core of the experience.
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Neva Gameplay
Neva combines exploration, light puzzle-solving, and combat mechanics to deliver a seamless, emotionally engaging experience. The bond between Alba and the wolf cub is central to gameplay, influencing how players interact with the world and overcome its challenges.
The wolf cub grows and evolves throughout the game, becoming a crucial ally. Players can command the cub to perform specific tasks, such as retrieving items, distracting enemies, or solving environmental puzzles. Players must use both Alba’s skills and the wolf cub’s abilities to solve puzzles scattered throughout the environment.
The game introduces light combat mechanics, where Alba and the wolf defend themselves against shadowy creatures. Players can use Alba’s agility and the wolf’s strength to work together in fights. Combat scenarios emphasize the importance of their bond, as Alba and the wolf rely on each other for survival.
Neva Reviews
Emotional Masterpiece
Game8 awarded the game a stellar 90/100, praising how the gameplay evolves naturally alongside Neva's narrative and emotional themes. Similarly, GameRant gave the game a perfect 10/10, emphasizing how the simplicity of its story invites players to engage on an emotional level rather than analyzing it too deeply. On Metacritic, Neva holds an admirable score of 86/100, with reviewers consistently praising its stunning art direction and poignant storytelling. Players on Steam have also shown their admiration, granting the game a 4.5/5 star rating. While some note its relatively short playtime, they largely agree that the game’s emotional depth and breathtaking visuals make it a worthy successor to GRIS.
Neva Announcement Trailer
Neva Launch Trailer
The launch trailer showcases the fluidity of the Neva's gameplay and its seamless integration with the story, offering a glimpse into the game's emotionally charged journey. This is all set against a backdrop of cinematic music scoring, which enhances the poignant and immersive atmosphere.
Neva Trivia
⚫︎ The game's art style draws significant inspiration from Studio Ghibli films, particularly in its depiction of nature and its contrast with darkness. The interplay between vibrant life and decay in Neva’s world was also influenced by real-world environmental concerns.
⚫︎ Neva’s hauntingly beautiful score was crafted by the same composer who worked on GRIS, Berlinist. Their music is integral to the game’s emotional impact, blending somber tones with uplifting crescendos to mirror the protagonist's journey.
⚫︎ Although Neva explores themes of loss and decay, its ultimate message is one of hope and renewal. Nomada Studio aimed to leave players with a sense of emotional catharsis, emphasizing the importance of resilience and healing in the face of adversity.
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