NAIRI: Tower of Shirin
NAIRI: Tower of Shirin
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NAIRI: Rising Tide
Developer HomeBearStudio
A hand-drawn adventure blending visual novel storytelling with point-and-click puzzles. Explore the corrupt oasis city of Shirin as an apocalyptic prophecy looms. Meet unforgettable characters, craft solutions with your Tool Belt, and unravel intricate puzzle-dungeons. From the Steam store page
55 reactions from 2 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky) · newest Jul 4, 2026 · last updated Oct 8, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
100
LovedLoved
28 positive · 0 negative
95% range 88–100%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 28 | 0 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 11 | 0 | 16 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Positive
29 of 29 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
100% recommend · 29 yes, 0 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 29 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (69 of 69 positive).
Players praise the game's continuation of the story from the first title. [1][2][3] Many note the puzzles are challenging but satisfying. [4][5][6] Some express frustration with the difficulty of certain puzzles. [7][8][9]
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Representative posts
- [1]
Super cute "casual" adventure. If you enjoyed the first one you'll love this sequel. I guess the chibi and very kids-friendly style may not suit everyone but I think it is great for some laid-back adventuring.
- [18]
A game about surviving in a desert kingdom, delivered with confidence and self-assurance. I like this game a lot more than Nairi: Tower of Shirin. The scope of the franchise is clear now: each game centers on a different aspect of the setting of Shirin. The first game focused on the poor district, the second game presented the middle district, and the third game will focus on the rich district. There is so much …
- [5]
P/S: For those encountering difficulty with the puzzles, feel free to check out my walkthrough on BATTY MATE https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaAtaPFT3Vt9jgVPibQqZCGbJ2L2tgYB0 Fans of Nairi: Tower of Shirin will certaintly want to experience this game. Meanwhile, those who haven't played it should consider checking it out, since Rising Tide is the second part of the story-line. The main puzzles are …
- [6]
A great point and click game with super well polished hand drawn art. The puzzle dungeons are some the hardest yet satisfying escape room type puzzles I've played in while, like crazy smart designs. Story wise if you liked the original Avatar the last air bender series you'll like the story don't fooled by "cute" aesthetic it has some really sad and dark moments along with lots fun and funny one it has a good …
- [9]
good game but the puzzle so hard without walktrough
Summarised from 34 of the 56 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 13, 2026. How summaries are made
RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account
100% of the 29 Steam reviewers we collected recommend NAIRI: Rising Tide. The complaint that keeps coming up: some puzzles are too hard without a walkthrough. Deal-breaker or nitpick?
Reactions
55 of 55 · most liked firstLately I've been playing the game NAIRI Tower of Shirin. It reminds me a lot of Professor Layton except more like a VN with classic P&C puzzles and a superb art style, plus some anthro characters. Got it for $1 on discount, very recommended!
positive · AI labelView post →Will NAIRI 3 feature the first point&click dungeon with a Pomeranian engineer in video game history? 🤔 #screenshotsaturday #indiedev #madewithunity
neutral · AI labelView post →My Playtime: 17.1h (100% achievement, finished the game) Grindy Achievement(s): No. Optional Achievement(s): Yes (6 achievements). Difficult Achievement(s): No. Intro NAIRI: Rising Tide is the second game of the [url=https://store.steampowered.com/search/?term=NAIRI&category1=998&supportedlang=english&developer=HomeBearStudio&ndl=1]NAIRI series, with its story continuing from where [url=https://store.steampowered.com/app/802450/NAIRI_Tower_of_Shirin/]NAIRI: Tower of Shirin…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Yesterday was the release of “NAIRI: Rising Tide”. I had such a a great time with the game and I am proud that I have been able to contribute to it: an infamous otter, a perfect blend of Studio Ghibli visuals, strong narrative, and point-and-click puzzles.💡 store.steampowered.com/app/1225200/...
positive · AI labelView post →Playing Nairi: Tower of Shirin on stream before playing the newly released sequel, Nairi: Rising Tide. I just have to say this is how I'm waking anyone up from brainwashing from now on! 😆 #indiegames #indiegame #pointandclick #adventuregames
positive · AI labelView post →Super cute "casual" adventure. If you enjoyed the first one you'll love this sequel. I guess the chibi and very kids-friendly style may not suit everyone but I think it is great for some laid-back adventuring.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Bad day for this one to come out, but I liked the first Nairi game so this was a surprise to wake up to. I like to support indie devs when I can and I like adventure games.
positive · AI labelView post →A point and click adventure in visual novel style. This is the second chapter, the first is called: NAIRI: Tower of Shirin. Graphics with very bold colors and hand-made, I think it is ideal because it reflects the strong and determined character of the protagonist. There are various locations to visit but unfortunately you feel the lack of a general map, you will only have the local one available. Most of the game is based on dialogues, believe me there are really many characters that you will…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →By the way, the first Nairi game is $1. I'd say the game is worth more than that and if you love point and click adventure games you'd love this. It has a lot of charm. store.steampowered.com/app/802450/N...
positive · AI labelView post →If you enjoy reading this review, please consider following [url=https://steamcommunity.com/groups/VeesCozyCorner]Vee's Cozy Corner for more. If you played NAIRI: Tower of Shirin and were excited to see some more, you’ll be happy to know that HomeBearStudio, in concert with publisher Hound Picked Games, have just released this long awaited second installment on Steam. It picks up right where the first one left off and continue Nairi’s story. This story rich point & click game has a lot of…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I had so much fun creating "Otto the Otter", the awesome character based on @aceottorney.bsky.social which will appear in the upcoming game: Nairi Rising Tide. The amazing design is made by You Miichi from Home Bear Studio. www.artstation.com/artwork/JrENEv
neutral · AI labelView post →In just two days, "NAIRI: Rising Tide" is releasing. The video game which is very special to me, because I have been included as an animal NPC: Otto the Otter. The character which also became the mascot of my own law firm. Don't forget to get your copy soon: store.steampowered.com/app/1225200/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Yesterday, the release date of "NAIRI: Rising Tides" has been announced. This game is special to me, as the game developer has put me in their game as a NPC. A few years ago, I solved a sticky (legal) situation for them. Since starting my own firm, I use "Otto the Otter" as my spirit animal!❤️
neutral · AI labelView post →This edition of "Indie Game of the Week" from @gbmento.bsky.social looks at Nairi: Tower of Shirin! If you have been inkling to play an indie or small puzzle game, give this a read on Giant Bomb to learn all about it! Link: giantbomb.com/users/4945/a... #games #gaming #indiegame #giantbomb
neutral · AI labelView post →Cute game, just sad that took them more than 6 years since the first chapter (Tower of Shirin)... Hope that I don't need to wait for another 6 years for the next chapter
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Game 5 of 2025: #NAIRIRisingTide I loved the first game and I loved this game too. I'm hoping there's another one because of how this one ended. 😢 I managed to finish the dungeons but I did find out that I could skip them if I wanted to. I crawled my way through them anyway. 🤣
positive · AI labelView post →Such a great game! The story picks up right where the last one left off, and it’s way deeper and more intense than I expected. Yeah, some of the hints were a bit off, and a few puzzles felt unnecessarily tricky, but you can totally tell the devs poured their hearts into this. Can’t wait to see what they bring in Chapter 3! BTW, if you like this art style, be sure to checkout the anime "Hakumei and Mikochi" - vice versa!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Overall solid point and click + puzzle experience with a few things that arent enough for a negative review, but are closer to a "yeah i like it, but theres definitely things that annoyed me" Minor Spoilers, so be warned! Also while im not talking about how the ending or story developed, i am talking about how they made me feel, and what i think of them, but i dont go into details about story or ending! What i liked here: + really liked the characters + the art was cute and well made, with…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I like doing fanart for indie games cause indie games needs love too :) this is for Nairi Rising Tide! I played the first game when I started streaming in 2020 😂 #indiegane #indiegamefanart #nairifanart Please check out @homebearstudio.bsky.social games!
neutral · AI labelView post →A game about surviving in a desert kingdom, delivered with confidence and self-assurance. I like this game a lot more than Nairi: Tower of Shirin. The scope of the franchise is clear now: each game centers on a different aspect of the setting of Shirin. The first game focused on the poor district, the second game presented the middle district, and the third game will focus on the rich district. There is so much clarity of purpose seeping through the game's framework, a certainty of its setting…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Expected Sand Worm like in Dune... But that was cute and terrifying being. Also, I was blinded in one place and spent 30 minutes looking for a cog... Overall 10/10 in game play, puzzles and all the cute animations(or should I say graphics?) Expecting great sequel also in next time!!!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Finally finished Nairi: Rising Tide! Just as fun as its predecessor game Tower Of Shirin Great story continuation and new characters to meet! ☺️🥰 Even if the puzzles and dungeon layouts made my brain hurt at the best of times 😅😂
positive · AI labelView post →I really really hope that devs can release 3rd game in another 6 years because story is not conclude at all after finish. Story is directly continued from where 1st game end (that I played 5 years ago and almost forgot everything) and never tell what happened in previously game so I'm kinda confused and couldn't understand most of stories before I re-watch walk through video of first game. Also first puzzle dungeon(tower thing) is a bit too overly complicated compare to rest of game and seems…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The puzzles are engaging. Some are difficult but with a little patience can be overcome. It is a good game for relaxing and taking one's time to play. It plays the same as Nairi: Tower of Shirin. So there is very little change in the graphics. The developers maintained the same look and feel with the same performance. Hopefully there is a continuation/third installment.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I love the game so much! Rex is the best! The sequel NAIRI: Rising Tide is so good too
positive · AI labelView post →First: If you didn't play Nairi:Tower of Shirin and you're interested in this game, play Tower of Shirin first! This is the second game of a series and seamlessly continues the story of the first game. Again the graphics are very cute chibi styled characters in a beautiful comic fantasy world. Gameplaywise you can expect a storyheavy game (lot of dialogues) with some very clever (rarely frustrating) puzzles inbetween. The game revolves around Nairi and her friends who are on a quest to I…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →P/S: For those encountering difficulty with the puzzles, feel free to check out my walkthrough on BATTY MATE https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaAtaPFT3Vt9jgVPibQqZCGbJ2L2tgYB0 Fans of Nairi: Tower of Shirin will certaintly want to experience this game. Meanwhile, those who haven't played it should consider checking it out, since Rising Tide is the second part of the story-line. The main puzzles are exceptionally well crafted, neither too easy nor too difficult. However requiring a blend…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Very cute characters, detailed backgrounds with every character having animations and a great story! The wait for the sequel was worth it! Some puzzles are hard but there are hints that help you solve them
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Gotta stan a game with such nice vibes, even though I have not finished it. For any interested buyers: Start with the first one (Tower of Shirin)!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Just as fun as its predecessor game Tower Of Shirin Great story and new characters to meet The puzzles and dungeon layouts made my brain hurt at the best of times but i got there If you liked the first title then i recommend this sequel <3
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Starting up a new story game after a bit of a break 🎮 Decided on Nairi: Rising Tide, the sequel to Tower Of Shirin Wanted something cozy and lighthearted to play, so lets see what this one is all about 👀
neutral · AI labelView post →can't wait for the next one. loved the humor and the puzzles
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The characters feel more expressive this time around, otherwise i'll just echo my review for Tower of Shirin: "A charming game clearly made with love. Every screen and every character is a delight!"
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Pros - Looks beautiful - Mostly playable with mouse (you need to press ESC to save and exit the game) - Pretty good puzzle design, like the first game its mostly inventory based standard point and click gameplay, talk to people, combine items, use items but also like the first game there are a few sections of the game which are very puzzle focused. I would use the term puzzle gauntlet. These areas are skippable if its not your cup of tea - Built in help system - Hidden Collectables if that…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Just finished up playing NAIRI: Tower of Shirin! Very cute indie game with point & click puzzle gameplay. The art style is amazing too! saw the Ghibli inspiration in every aspect! i highly recommend it 😊 Cant wait to play the sequel Rising Tide at some point ❤️
positive · AI labelView post →I loved the first game and I loved this game too. I'm hoping there's another one because of how this one ended. 😢 I managed to finish the dungeons however they were frustrating but I did find out that I could skip them if I wanted to. I crawled my way through them anyway. 🤣
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Starting a new game called Nairi: Tower Of Shirin The fact its Ghibli inspired has me very intrigued and excited about what i'm gonna be in for 👀
neutral · AI labelView post →For kids Somehow I though this was more of an actual game, it's not it's a simple puzzle story for kids. Recommended age 7-12 would love this game and probably play it again and again. The dialog is pretty grown up, not mature, but sensible and not kiddie-talk at all. Point and click Everything is done by pointing at things, very simple control. I found the screen layout very much uses the entire screen width, making reading hard if played on a large screen. The sound track gets a bit…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Cute and cozy, brain-teasing puzzle game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →10/10 love this game
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Really fun game Art style is awesome
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Currently achievement hunting in Vampire Crawlers Then a bit later tonight if i have time, gonna start NAIRI: Rising Tide as my next story game ☺️🎮
neutral · AI labelView post →Nairi Rising Tide. It's a point-click puzzle game.
neutral · AI labelView post →A great point and click game with super well polished hand drawn art. The puzzle dungeons are some the hardest yet satisfying escape room type puzzles I've played in while, like crazy smart designs. Story wise if you liked the original Avatar the last air bender series you'll like the story don't fooled by "cute" aesthetic it has some really sad and dark moments along with lots fun and funny one it has a good mixture both. the Music is really good too.I was little put out by the cliffhanger…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →good game but the puzzle so hard without walktrough
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I just love the ambiance, the characters, the story and the music. I couldn't wait to start that new chapter !!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Intriguing story and fun puzzles. I felt the added collectables were unnecessary but I'm not a big collectables person anyway. I'm amazed at how satisfying the story can be when it's not complete.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →REVIEW: Nairi: Rising Tide Nairi: Rising Tide is a beautiful game, and the writing is hilarious. But, art and writing cannot carry a game alone; the puzzles become too puzzling, and some of the themes don’t feel explored enough. checkpointgaming.net/reviews/2024...
neutral · AI labelView post →We'll be continuing it on stream tomorrow! But you can check out Nairi: Rising Tide on Steam and Switch. My heart is having a hard time handling how cute everything is. (First game) Tower of Shirin: store.steampowered.com/app/802450/N... Rising Tide: store.steampowered.com/app/1225200/...
positive · AI labelView post →#NintendoSwitch Review Video: #NAIRIRisingTide - This follow-up takes the ball from the original game in the series and runs hard towards greater success with it #IndieGames youtu.be/EmOzY0ddJ1I
neutral · AI labelView post →I’ve never met anyone who played the original Nairi game so that’s rad! It really is an underrated game and I remember shilling pretty hard for it after beating it. I’ll probably play the new one after DQ3. 😌
positive · AI labelView post →NAIRI: Rising Tide dev details the improvements and more over the first game: https://gonintendo.com/contents/41728-nairi-rising-tide-dev-details-the-improvements-and-more-over-the-first-game A rising tide lifts all gamers
neutral · AI labelView post →I kinda want to pick up the new Nairi game sometime. Not sure.
neutral · AI labelView post →Narrative puzzle adventure game "NAIRI: Rising Tide" heads to Switch on Nov. 14th, 2024: https://gonintendo.com/contents/41655-narrative-puzzle-adventure-game-nairi-rising-tide-heads-to-switch-on-nov-14th-2024 Visit the site to view the full article. #switch
neutral · AI labelView post →Need a fantasy/romance book recommendation? Come and meet Vivienne, Deklan, Gisela, Bastian, Cederec, and Nairi in Council of Myths: Origins. The beginning of an epic saga the likes of A Song of Ice and Fire/Game of Thrones, Dark-Hunter, and The Crown. https://a.co/d/95lTReJ
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