Desta: The Memories Between

An intense game of dodgeball set in a dreamlike reality, Desta: The Memories between is a heartfelt journey where playing ball becomes instrumental to solve the matters of the mind. Change the course of the conversation with your dodgeball and hope for the best, as you join Desta on this trippy journey.

From the same creative team behind the genius Monument Valley, Desta: The Memories Between keeps ustwo games' inventive tradition alive by introducing some truly groundbreaking mechanics into this compelling story. Is it an RPG? Or maybe a visual novel? How about if we just call this game "everything in between?"

Bouncing Problems

One of the standout features of Desta: The Memories Between is its gameplay. The turn-based sports-style encounters require perfect throws, trick shots, and sensational hits to overcome the tactical challenges.

As Desta and their friends progress through the dreamworld, they will level up new abilities that can flip encounters on their heads. But what sets this game apart is the heartfelt story and the unique characters you meet along the way, each with their own story to tell.

Desta: The Memories Between stands out in the crowded world of strategy games with its unique gameplay mechanics and heartfelt story. The game can be compared to other titles like Monument Valley and Baba Is You, but it has its own identity that sets it apart.

Build Your Strategy

The gameplay in Desta: The Memories Between is reminiscent of a strategic chess game with physics precision. It's not just about throwing the ball; it's about understanding your opponent's strategy and working tactically with your dream team to land the perfect shot. The game also features a range of new game modes, including Challenge Mode and Nightmare Mode, which adds to the game's replayability factor.

At a glance, certain elements of the game's overall presentation reminded me of titles such as Final Fantasy Tactics and Triangle Strategy, including the fact that you have to pay close attention to your characters' positioning before making every move.

A Game For Everyone

One of the more pressing challenges that puzzle and visual novel games face is how to appeal to a wider audience. Balancing the game's difficulty would be an easy way to let a game more accessible to casual players, but that might leave more hardcore gamers with an empty feeling after a while. Fortunately, Desta: The Memories Between tackles that issue by delivering a game that feels challenging and accessible in equal measure.

The game's design and approachability make it suitable for players of all skill levels to experience the full journey. If you're looking for a game that will take you on a surreal journey through a dreamworld, then Desta: The Memories Between is definitely worth checking out.

Pros

• Unique gameplay
• Engrossing story with many well-written characters
• Lots of additional content to explore

Cons

• Limited replayability
• The learning curve can feel a bit steep at times

The protagonist of Desta: The Memories Between fell asleep and found himself in a psychedelic world. The character will see new colors, artistic vivid locations, logical puzzles and paradoxes.

Gameplay:

• Engage in strategic battles in the pink clouds, take your comrades along to increase the chance of victory
• Choose your means of attack to minimize damage to yourself and hit the enemy. Outsmart the enemy as if you were playing chess
• After the battle, the player is rewarded with heartfelt dialogues

"Best artwork in indie games" - Steam user review.