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Neva
Developer Nomada Studio
Neva is a 2024 puzzle-platform game developed by Nomada Studio and published by Devolver Digital. It follows a young woman named Alba who must travel with her wolf companion Neva across four seasons in a world corrupted by darkness. The game was released for Windows, macOS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in October 2024. A standalone expansion and a prequel for the game, titled… From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
482 reactions from 3 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Mastodon) · newest Nov 3, 2026 · last updated Nov 5, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
93
LovedLoved
298 positive · 23 negative
95% range 89–95%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 298 | 23 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 80 | 0 | 59 |
| Mastodon * | 8 | 0 | 14 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
4,148 of 4,390 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
92% recommend · 257 yes, 22 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 279 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (10,114 of 10,809 positive).
Players praise the stunning visuals, music, and emotional story. [1][2][3][4] Some find the gameplay simple or controls clumsy, especially in combat. [5][6][7] Many compare it favorably to Gris, noting added combat and emotional depth. [1][3][8][9]
Liked
Representative posts
- [7]
I really want to like this game, but parts of it are just frustrating. The game looks nice and uses a visual style similar to Gris, and if you like that kind of aesthetic, you will probably be fine with it. It is actually a nice calm game overall, leaning a bit toward a light platformer. But nearly everything involving platforming or especially combat feels far too clumsy. It is not skill that gets in your way, it …
- [1]
TL;DR: 9.5/10 game, Gris fans will adore it. But you should go in with an open mind and readjust your understanding of what defines a game. And the price to content ratio is a bit rough, even if the quality makes up for it. Let's just start off by addressing the negative reviews you will see here. I understand why they exist, but I think they were expecting this game to be something the game never claimed it would …
- [3]
What a beautifully crafted game with a touching story, a wonderful soundtrack and stunning color & lighting design. Unlike its spiritual predecessor Gris, this game has actual combat and will require you to survive hordes of monsters and fight large bosses. Throughout the game, you gain new abilities that will help you in combat or in traversing the world. Puzzles are straight forward with a few mechanics not seen …
- [10]
10/10, emotionally destroyed me. Absolutely beautiful game, visuals are stunning and the soundtrack is amazing. Some aspects felt a lil boring, I´ll admit, but this game makes up for it in style and feeling, if you´re into that. Really enjoyed it, cried multiple times. I remember playing GRIS on the switch a few years ago (?) and I couldn't get into it at all. Neva (the dog itself) made me feel things immediately. …
- [13]
Neva would be the best metroidvania I'd played all year - there's just one small problem: It's not a metroidvania. Neva's art - like with Nomada's previous game, GRIS - is absolutely jaw-dropping. The art effortlessly combines a Ghibli-esque dark whimsy with a reverence for nature with a much more minimalist style reminiscent of Monument Valley, all this accompanied by a film-worthy score and gorgeous if subtle …
Summarised from 34 of the 426 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 11, 2026. How summaries are made
RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account
92% of the 279 Steam reviewers we collected recommend Neva. The complaint that keeps coming up: gameplay feels too simple or clumsy. Deal-breaker or nitpick?
Critics, per Wikipedia
Neva received "generally favorable reviews" according to review aggregator platform Metacritic. According to OpenCritic, 95% of 111 critics recommend the game. Keza MacDonald from The Guardian lauded the game, commending its "extraordinary visuals and elegant animation" and "chest-tighteningly effective music". She also praised the seasons in the game for being distinct from each other, as each has its own distinct tone and gameplay challenges. She compared the game to Journey and praised its ability to evoke strong emotions during its short runtime. Writing for Polygon, Nicole Carpenter wrote that the combat encounters show "the evolution of Alba and Neva’s relationship rather than…
From the “Reception” section of Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Critic context only — not part of the audience score.
Reactions
60 of 482 · most liked first"Neva", a very 2D-animated video game ♡
positive · AI labelView post →Congrats to our friends @nomadastudio.bsky.social and All Possible Futures for their five The Game Awards nominations between Neva and The Plucky Squire! Vote for them. They would vote for you.
neutral · AI labelView post →NEVA has been nominated in three categories at The Game Awards! - Best Art Direction - Best Independent Game - Games for Impact We just can't believe this. Thank you so much for making it possible, we feel so so happy🤍 You can vote for Neva here: thegameawards.com/nominees
neutral · AI labelView post →Neva and Alba happy with their Game Award! Thank you all for your congratulations messages🤍🐺
neutral · AI labelView post →Celebrate the New Year with Daddy Wolfy in the Wolf Den! 7pm-10pmEST Game: Neva www.twitch.tv/wolfywolfang
neutral · AI labelView post →If you would like to play a short, beautiful, hand-animated platformer where comforting your dog is a gameplay mechanic, then may I recommend Neva. Also not 100% sure you’d call it a dog. Maybe a Wolfalope?
positive · AI labelView post →Got to draw this limited edition poster for “Neva” the fantastic upcoming game from @nomadastudiobcn 🖤✨🌷⚔️
neutral · AI labelView post →We once thought GRIS would be our one and only small video game, and yet here we are. It’s been six years since its release, and now we’ve just launched our second game, NEVA. We’re very proud of what we’ve accomplished and so grateful to all the players who made this possible🤍
neutral · AI labelView post →If you are looking for indie recommendations: Bramble: The Mountain King Dungeons of Hinterberg Caravan SandWitch Chants of Sennaar Blossom Tales 1&2 A Highland Song Crypt Custodian Return To Grace Lil Gator Game Crow Country MythWrecked Foreclosed Viewfinder Nine Sols Lunistice Blacktail Toem Neva
neutral · AI labelView post →The PlayStation Plus Game Catalog lineup for February includes: 🕷️ Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 🏎️ Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown 🐺 Neva 🚲 Season: A Letter to the Future …and more. Full details: play.st/3Ml7LBZ
neutral · AI labelView post →We're excited to confirm that NEVA will have physical editions for Switch and PS5, arriving on March 14, 2025! Available in both Standard and Deluxe Editions, with the Deluxe Edition including: 🐺NEVA game ✨Deluxe Collector's Box 🎶Original Soundtrack (CD & digital) 🎨Artbook Available for preorder!
neutral · AI labelView post →The PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for February includes: 🕷️ Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 🏎️ Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown 🐺 Neva 🚲 Season: A Letter to the Future All and more are available today: play.st/4bZYhqe
neutral · AI labelView post →I like the game Neva, especially watching Kronii murmur all sorts of things to keep Neva away from the playboy LOL #kronillust
positive · AI labelView post →Happy Hakurei Hump Day! The current vibe is thinking about Neva! ngl Neva was an incredible experience! The game had an absolutely beautiful art style, and it had a ton of intense and thrilling moments as well, it was awesome! I hope you have a wonderful day, I send love and positivity your way 💛☺️
positive · AI labelView post →This is a nonstop journey, and we’re beyond grateful for all the nominations and awards we’ve received. We’re thrilled to announce that NEVA has won Best Foreign Independent Video Game at the #Pegases2025! This wouldn’t be possible without you - thank you for all your support 🤍
neutral · AI labelView post →Daddy Wolfy is calling for all his good Bois 7pm-10pmEST Game: Neva @devolverdigital.com www.twitch.tv/wolfywolfang
neutral · AI labelView post →Started playing Neva after drawing all day and it’s so beautiful 🥹
positive · AI labelView post →NEVA has been nominated in the Emotional Impact and Game of the Year categories at @indiegameawards.gg ! We’re truly speechless—THANK YOU all for the incredible love and recognition. It means so much to us! 🤍🤍
neutral · AI labelView post →Neva from @nomadastudio.bsky.social will have physical editions for Switch and PS5, arriving on March 14, 2025! Preorder the Standard and Deluxe Edition which includes: 🐺NEVA game ✨Deluxe Collector's Box 🎶Original Soundtrack 🎨Artbook
neutral · AI labelView post →The Indie Game Awards - Game of the Year Nominees (by Metascore): UFO 50 [91] Animal Well [91] Balatro [90] Lorelei and the Laser Eyes [88] ARCO [86] Neva [86] 1000xRESIST [85] Mouthwashing [83] Nine Sols [83] Crypt Custodian [82] All 2024 Games: www.metacritic.com/browse/game/...
neutral · AI labelView post →Chill evening with Daddy Wolfy for the Holidays. 7pm-10pmEST Game: Neva www.twitch.tv/wolfywolfang
neutral · AI labelView post →NEVA is nominated for Artistic Achievement at the BAFTA GAME AWARDS 🏆 We're extremely honored to be recognized and to be among such incredible games. Thank you 🤍
neutral · AI labelView post →Also did Neva fanart on stream too, thank you @nomadastudio.bsky.social for such a beautiful game 😭 [ #Art #Neva #Animalart ]
positive · AI labelView post →🏆 Game of the Year [2/2] 🏆 🔸 Lorlei and the Laser Eyes, @simogo.com 🔸 Mouthwashing, @wrongorgan.bsky.social 🔸 Neva, @nomada.studio 🔸 Nine Sols, RedCandleGames 🔸 UFO 50, @mossmouth.bsky.social
neutral · AI labelView post →We're back! On the 32nd episode of the podcast, Dory and I discuss Sony potentially buying FromSoftware, Shu retiring, The Witcher 4 getting into full-scale production, and FF7 Rebirth not getting DLC. We then share our thoughts on The Game Awards nominations and Neva. youtu.be/uKmKhFDPITI?...
neutral · AI labelView post →I did it! Finally, in time! A fanart of the game Neva from Nomada Studio. You guys have to check it out, it is beautiful! #NevaFanArt @nomadastudio.bsky.social
positive · AI labelView post →I just started Neva yesterday and my *god* the art in this game is incredible. The changes in color / mood / music / style / sldkmalsdsndkfnsadlkadnodn. If you appreciate a beautiful game please consider this one.
positive · AI labelView post →Did a fanart for Neva! I'm excited to start playing the game. When Gris came out, I was in awe. The game was lovely. So I can't wait to start Neva! @nomadastudio.bsky.social #NevaFanArt #neva #indiegame #fanart #videogameart #digitalart
positive · AI labelView post →"Atrophy" - I forgot to post my new piece for @nomada.studio 's new game Neva. If anyone has met me in person to point out my Gris painting, you'll already know how much I fangirl over this studio. ✨️💛✨️ #neva #gris #art
positive · AI labelView post →Neva art is finally done!!🌸 Thank you @nomada.studio for creating such a beautiful game and story🦋 #neva
positive · AI labelView post →Thank you all for making Neva the best-selling 'emotional adventure game about a lone warrior and her wolf cub' on Steam.
neutral · AI labelView post →Starting Neva. From the get go this game is already so cute and artistic. I'm gonna need this one and it's a short game too so let's game
positive · AI labelView post →Neva is complete!! ☑️ What a wonderful little indie game… a hauntingly beautiful journey of love, loss, and resilience. 🤍
positive · AI labelView post →Wasn’t sure what to play next so I started Neva!! This game is gorgeous. ♥️
positive · AI labelView post →Painting of the beautiful game, Neva! Painted by hand with acrylics on wood🖌🎨 6x6" For the #nevafanart contest 💜 @nomadastudio.bsky.social @conradroset.bsky.social #neva
neutral · AI labelView post →Played half of Neva this afternoon, what a gorgeous game and what a beautiful soundtrack 🎮
positive · AI labelView post →Starting on some Game Awards nominees that I missed and wow, Neva is absolutely beautiful
positive · AI labelView post →everyone go play the game Neva please it’s so pretty guys please #nevagame #neva @nomadastudio.bsky.social
positive · AI labelView post →I'm still playing Neva and this game is soooo pretty 🥹
positive · AI labelView post →2026 game #10: Neva Prologue Point no. 1: If you could spend part of your Sunday holding a puppy, why wouldn’t you? Point no. 2: This short DLC didn’t hit as hard as the original base game for me, but then also: please see point number one 😌💙
neutral · AI labelView post →Game Completed #25: Neva ✅️ Emotional, heavily thematic story ✅️ Beautiful visuals and music ✅️ Platforming and puzzles are surprisingly creative ✅️ Combat is engaging and actually challenging at times ✅️ Gameplay evolves as your bond with Neva grows ✅️ Ideal length for this type of game 9.5/10
positive · AI labelView post →a quick drawing of alba from neva game ♡ #art #neva #nomadastudio
neutral · AI labelView post →🥳 The Neva soundtrack by Berlinist has been nominated for the 'Game Music Award' at the World Soundtrack Awards! The winner is announced at the ceremony on 15th October. @nomada.studio @berlinist.bsky.social @devolverdigital.com #neva
neutral · AI labelView post →Congratulations to Neva for winning Best Art Direction at The NextPlay Game Awards 2024! #Neva @nomada.studio @devolverdigital.com
neutral · AI labelView post →💖✨ @nomadastudio.bsky.social, thank you for such a beautiful game. Played it again last night, but y'all really need to stop making me cry. #NevaFanArt #Neva
positive · AI labelView post →Neva fanart. Loved the death screen, and had to draw it. The game is sooo pretty and sweet too 🤍 #pixelart #fanart #neva
positive · AI labelView post →Game Night: The 2024 Clean-Up Continues With ‘Neva’ (Minus World column by @stolisomancer.bsky.social) hard-drive.net/news-games/g...
neutral · AI labelView post →Game #17 of 2026 Neva This game is absolutely stunning, somehow more beautiful than Gris. I won't say anything on the story, but would recommend playing this if you enjoyed Gris.
positive · AI labelView post →Neva may be the most visually stunning game I've played
positive · AI labelView post →I'm finally getting around to playing Neva now that I've been in the right headspace for it and... @nomada.studio manage to remind me why I'm alive every time I come back to both of their games. You should play GRIS because it's my favourite game of all time and you should play Neva too.
positive · AI labelView post →Gonna play this game called Neva about a woof and a girl and I have no idea what to expect, chill quiet stream twitch.tv/kisparks
neutral · AI labelView post →This game is absolutely gorgeous! 😍 #Neva
positive · AI labelView post →TL;DR: 9.5/10 game, Gris fans will adore it. But you should go in with an open mind and readjust your understanding of what defines a game. And the price to content ratio is a bit rough, even if the quality makes up for it. Let's just start off by addressing the negative reviews you will see here. I understand why they exist, but I think they were expecting this game to be something the game never claimed it would be. If your idea of a game is something that requires a challenge, something…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I beat 9 games so far this year: 1. 1000x Resist 2. Captain Wayne Vacation Desperation 3. Code Vein 4. Neva 5. Jusant 6. Among the Sleep 7. Keeper 8. Lil Gator Game 9. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
neutral · AI labelView post →As breathtaking as watching the seasons shift before our eyes. Congratulations to @nomada.studio and @devolverdigital.com on taking home The Indie Game Award for Emotional Impact for Neva! Category Breakout: youtu.be/hNvQjmBNDt4
neutral · AI labelView post →Finally playing Neva. Making me the caretaker of a traumatized puppy is a stroke of genius. I'm already more emotionally invested in this opening tutorial than I was after completing all of Gris. Gris was beautiful but didn't move me. I'd fight the heavens to save my little pup Neva
positive · AI labelView post →I started up Neva earlier and played the first chapter, I kept finding myself stopping just to stare at how beautiful this game is.
positive · AI labelView post →Currently playing NEVA. Gorgeous game 😍
positive · AI labelView post →some fanart of @nomadastudio.bsky.social 's Neva, just finished the game. blown away. so aersome sauce #NevaFanArt
positive · AI labelView post →#Toonami Game Review: Neva
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