Mobile gaming's innovative spirit is truly inspiring, and Roia perfectly exemplifies this. This unique puzzle-adventure, from the indie studio Emoak (creators of Paper Climb, Machinaero, and Lyxo), offers a refreshing take on game design.
The core concept is surprisingly simple: guide a river from mountaintop to sea. Using intuitive fingertip controls, you shape the landscape, directing the water's flow.
Emoak shares that Roia holds deep personal meaning for designer Tobias Sturn, inspired by childhood memories of playing in a creek with his grandfather. The game is a touching tribute to him.
Roia transcends simple categorization. While challenges exist, the game's primary focus is relaxation. Explore diverse handcrafted environments – forests, meadows, villages – guided by a helpful bird.
Visually, Roia echoes the elegant minimalism of Monument Valley. Complementing the stunning visuals is a captivating soundtrack by Johannes Johannson (also behind Lyxo's score).
Download Roia now on the Google Play Store or App Store for $2.99.