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Aspire: Ina's Tale

byWondernaut Studio2021

Aspire: Ina's Tale is a 2D, adventure puzzle game. Set out on a fantastical adventure as Ina and take a journey of self-discovery against the backdrop of dazzling, mystical landscapes of The Tower. Experience her fear turn to conviction as she unravels her purpose in this world and embarks on a one-way path to freedom.

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December 16, 2021

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Aspire: Ina's Tale is an enjoyable platform-puzzler with a great story and a relaxing atmosphere, but it's one drawback is its short length.  If you know what you're doing or are pretty good at solving puzzles that involve platforming, the game should only take you a few hours to complete.  If you don't mind that though, Aspire: Ina's Tale has a great story and a relaxing atmosphere that's worth checking out.

Dec 28, 2021

Stories can be told in many different ways. You can experience the horrors of war through games like Halo Infinite and Call of Duty: Vanguard. You can go on more sweet and wholesome journeys, like those found in A Short Hike and To the Moon. Sometimes you’ll even get a particularly unconventional type of story, like that found in Thomas Was Alone. Regardless of how it’s delivered, a good narrative is always appreciated in games, and Wondernaut Studios’ Aspire: Ina’s Tale is no exception.

Dec 18, 2021

In conclusion, Aspire: Ina’s Tale is a well-designed adventure puzzle platformer with an emotionally descriptive musical soundtrack.  The platforming and puzzle design is very good and contains some challenging moments, even for fans of the genre.  The art style suits the game well with colour being put to good use to bring the different tower environments to life.  This is no ‘Gris’ but that game is so special I knew that it was never going to be.  It would be unfair to be put off by that though as this game stands proudly on its own two feet.  I recommend this as a good use of up to five hou...

Dec 15, 2021

Set against a stunning fantasy backdrop, Aspire: Ina’s Tale follows a girl as she explores the majesty of a magical world for the first time after waking from

Jan 3, 2022

Waking from a long slumber, the Priestess Ina finds herself trapped in a decaying Tower longing for her homeland Kamiura. Intent on escaping, Ina must traverse the many regions of the Tower, acquire help from eccentric prisoners, decipher difficult puzzles, and flee from the Tower willing to do anything to keep her within. Aspire: Ina’s Tale is a difficult puzzle platformer and visual masterpiece that explores the journey of finding your own purpose.

Dec 23, 2021