11-11 Memories Retold

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11-11 Memories Retold is a single player casual simulation game with warfare and historical themes. It was developed by Digixart and was released on November 8, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

11th November 1916, a young photographer leaves Canada to join the western front in Europe. The same day, a German technician is told that his son is missing in action. Both want to preserve their humanity and come back alive to their loved ones.

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84%Audience ScoreBased on 1,034 reviews

story527 positive mentions

stability16 negative mentions

Unique Impressionist art style creates a visually stunning and atmospheric experience resembling a living painting.
Emotionally powerful and well-written narrative told through intertwined perspectives of a Canadian photographer and a German engineer during WWI.
Excellent voice acting by Elijah Wood and Sebastian Koch enhances character depth and storytelling.

Gameplay is very simplistic and slow-paced, often described as a walking simulator with minimal puzzles and frustrating controls.
Art style, while unique, causes visual blur that can strain the eyes and make spotting collectibles and details difficult.
Some story elements and endings feel clichéd or poorly executed, with plot inconsistencies and unsatisfying conclusions for some players.

story
1,268 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42% positive mentions, 56% neutral mentions, 2% negative mentions
"11-11: Memories Retold" offers a deeply emotional and compelling story set during World War I, focusing on two soldiers from opposing sides whose lives intertwine. The narrative is praised for its humanizing, intimate portrayal of war's impact, enhanced by excellent voice acting and a unique impressionistic art style that evokes a living painting. While some find the pacing slow and certain plot elements less believable or clichéd, the story's heartfelt themes of friendship, loss, and shared humanity resonate strongly, making it a standout experience for fans of story-driven games.
- “11-11: memories retold is a story-driven adventure set during World War I, offering a deeply emotional and artistic take on the human side of the conflict. The story follows two protagonists: Harry, a Canadian photographer sent to the front lines, and Kurt, a German technician working within the artillery corps. Instead of focusing on massive battles or nonstop action, the game tells a much more personal and human story about World War I. The pacing is deliberately slow and contemplative, allowing players to absorb the story and atmosphere fully. The dual narrative point of view gives more to the story as you can see different things as a German or a Canadian, with multiple endings that allow players to influence how the story unfolds.”
- “This is a powerful and beautiful interactive story about how there are no heroes and villains in war, only people doing what is in front of them. The two characters keep finding each other against all odds, and their actions affect one another with the serendipity of a fantasy story. These moments add levity, and that levity tells more about the truth of the time than a story that only focuses on the harsh, negative aspects. The story is excellent; you can feel the emotions through the characters. It is a rich storyline with numerous touching side threads along its telling, leaving players deeply moved and introspective long after the final credits roll.”
- “The storytelling is where 11-11 truly shines. It's a heartbreaking and beautiful story about two soldiers from opposite sides during World War I, who develop an improbable friendship amid the horrors of war. The narrative is delivered with outstanding voice acting, including Elijah Wood and Sebastian Koch, and is enhanced by a stunning impressionistic art style that resembles a living oil painting. The story is touching, showing the human side to the inhuman atrocity of war, with themes of hope, friendship, and loss. Despite simple gameplay, the story's emotional weight and depth make it a memorable and worthwhile experience.”
- “There are a lot of pointless story beats (the balloon being a major one).”
- “Touching story, lost amid a confusing story with generally dumb and unlikeable characters (except Kurt - Kurt's a baller).”
- “The story doesn’t scream, it whispers and somehow that’s worse.”
graphics
634 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38% positive mentions, 57% neutral mentions, 5% negative mentions
The game's graphics feature a highly unique impressionist, painterly art style reminiscent of moving oil or watercolor paintings, which many find visually stunning and thematically fitting for its reflective war narrative. However, this distinctive aesthetic is polarizing: while it enriches the atmosphere and emotional impact for some, others find it blurry, distracting, and occasionally hard on the eyes, with visuals sometimes obscuring details or collectibles. Overall, the art style is praised for its originality and beauty but may require acclimation and is not universally accessible or appealing.
- “The acrylic art style is an absolute masterpiece, blending what would have been quite a realistic and, at times, horrifying depiction of war, but softening it just enough.”
- “The unique painterly art style sets it apart from the usual gaming fare, resembling a living, breathing impressionist canvas.”
- “11-11 memories retold is a story driven game with unique (and beautiful in my opinion) graphic style.”
- “The art style takes some getting used to; its oil/finger painting appearance makes it hard to navigate or find things at times and ultimately it just reminds me of PS1 graphics, which just aren't pretty no matter how you slice it.”
- “The art style and graphics are horrific; not even modding the game can save it. The gameplay (if you can even call it that) is the most mind-numbingly boring thing I’ve ever experienced, the controls/input feel awful, and overall the entire game is a glitch-ridden mess.”
- “The graphics are horrible; it's like looking at a blurry image constantly and was a firm no from me.”
gameplay
348 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17% positive mentions, 73% neutral mentions, 10% negative mentions
The gameplay in "11-11 Memories Retold" is largely minimalist, focusing on exploration, light puzzle-solving, simple interactions, and narrative-driven mechanics like photography and character switching. While it effectively supports the storytelling and atmosphere, it is often described as basic, slow-paced, repetitive, and lacking meaningful challenge or depth, which may disappoint players seeking engaging or complex gameplay. Overall, the game functions more as a walking simulator or interactive story, with gameplay serving as a modest framework to deliver its emotional and artistic narrative.
- “Whether it’s wandering around talking to soldiers, taking photographs of overzealous superiors, tasking a bird to fly to and retrieve objects, fixing radios, or chasing birds as a cat; it offers mechanics that make it stand above other games of a similar genre.”
- “Gameplay in 11-11 Memories Retold is designed to complement the narrative rather than dominate it. It avoids traditional action mechanics, choosing instead to let story and atmosphere carry the experience. This approach won’t appeal to players seeking complex gameplay, but it supports the game’s storytelling goals effectively.”
- “Compared to most narrative-led games, this has a bit more gameplay mechanics in the form of taking photos, doing simple puzzles and exploration, and also some very simple movement/stealth based action sequences.”
- “In the end, 11-11 memories retold left me with a handful of nice ideas buried under unclear objectives, inconsistent mechanics and actively unhelpful presentation.”
- “Ps: there are actual WWI documents in the game that you could learn something from, but they're locked behind finding dozens and dozens of tiny envelopes during gameplay, the pursuit of which drags you away from the narrative, often to a preposterous extent-- hunting for collectibles while someone literally yells 'come on, this way' or while under sniper fire, or while the character's loved one is having a medical emergency in the next room.”
- “The gameplay loop sits uncomfortably between 'dull' and 'frustrating' and once the story slows down, the gameplay isn't strong enough to carry the game.”
emotional
238 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
"11-11: Memories Retold" is widely praised for its deeply emotional and heartfelt narrative that poignantly explores the human side of World War I through two protagonists. The game's unique impressionistic art style, subtle yet powerful storytelling, and evocative soundtrack combine to create an immersive emotional experience, often touching players profoundly despite some pacing issues and simple gameplay. Its portrayal of loss, compassion, and the harsh realities of war resonates long after playing, making it a standout emotionally driven game.
- “11-11 memories retold is a profoundly emotional narrative-driven adventure that offers a unique and poignant perspective on World War I through the intertwined stories of two very different characters.”
- “The narrative avoids simple heroics and instead dives into the emotional toll of loss and the yearning for redemption, which aims to leave you with a lasting, melancholic reflection on the true cost of war.”
- “Dialogue and interactions are nuanced and subtle, avoiding melodrama while maintaining emotional depth, which helps players connect deeply with the characters and their struggles.”
music
150 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56% positive mentions, 42% neutral mentions, 2% negative mentions
The game's music, composed by Olivier Deriviere, is widely praised for its orchestral, atmospheric score that perfectly complements the emotional narrative and impressionistic visuals without overpowering the story. It enhances immersion and deepens the emotional impact, effectively evoking the World War I setting and resonating long after gameplay ends. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout, often described as a masterpiece that elevates the entire experience.
- “The soundtrack quietly supports the emotional scenes without overpowering them, and small details like distant explosions, battlefield ambience, and quieter personal moments all work together really well.”
- “And then there was the music… throughout the whole experience, you’re guided by what I can only describe as a masterpiece in composition and mixing.”
- “The music and sound design are among the most powerful aspects, creating an immersive and emotionally resonant experience.”
- “The music was very big and Hollywood-y which worked, but wasn't really something I enjoyed. It really sounds like the soundtrack to a big movie and must have taken lots of work, but for me, I've heard stuff like this just way too often.”
- “Soundtrack 6/10.”
- “The music and impressionist art do the emotional heavy lifting when the storytelling—specifically Harry's romance story—falls flat.”
atmosphere
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62% positive mentions, 32% neutral mentions, 6% negative mentions
The game features a distinctive, impressionistic art style combined with exceptional orchestral music and voice acting that together create a deeply immersive, dreamlike atmosphere perfectly suited to its emotional and reflective war narrative. While some find the visuals blurry or movement awkward, most reviewers praise the consistent, melancholic beauty and strong emotional impact the atmosphere delivers, making it an ideal experience for players who value storytelling and artistic presentation over traditional gameplay complexity.
- “Its impressionistic aesthetic gives every scene the look of a living oil painting, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that underscores the emotional weight of the story.”
- “The painted textures, combined with soft lighting and atmospheric audio, create a sense of melancholy beauty that remains consistent from start to finish.”
- “The sound design is a mixture of ambiance sounds such as burning fire, footsteps on wood and distant guns blazing, an atmospheric soundtrack as well as great voice acting.”
- “That painting-like visual filter is part of the atmosphere and offers some very artistic images, but there is a lot of annoying flickering.”
- “The game has a very heavy 'waterpaint'-brushstroke filter which cannot be deactivated. This creates a special atmosphere but after 10 minutes or so I was totally used to it. It removes a lot of detail though.”
- “Like, fine, if you are into that genre and atmosphere.”
optimization
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30% positive mentions, 60% neutral mentions, 10% negative mentions
The game runs smoothly and is generally well-optimized on modern systems, with only occasional minor stutters or fps drops reported, especially considering its indie nature. Some users experienced crashes or brief performance issues, but overall the optimization is solid and supports features like NVIDIA surround out of the box.
- “I did not find any game breaking bugs, and did not experience any issues with optimization.”
- “+ The game is well optimized and with an exception of few spots where FPS drops a bit, it runs pretty well.”
- “⚙ Optimization: stable on modern systems; minor stutter during transitions.”
- “The only real downside is optimization (some unexpected FPS drops on GTX 1070), but this is expected from basically an indie game.”
- “☐ unoptimized.”
replayability
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25% positive mentions, 60% neutral mentions, 15% negative mentions
The game offers multiple endings and various collectibles, providing some replay value primarily through revisiting final chapters and exploring different choices. However, its short playtime and limited depth mean replayability is modest and may not justify multiple full playthroughs for all players. Overall, it's moderately replayable but best experienced at a lower price point.
- “The choices you make affect the ending, making for a very replayable game.”
- “There must be several different endings to the story, which, along with more collectibles to be found and other achievements to be unlocked, should make for some replay value.”
- “There are multiple endings as well as many collectables aiding replayability of the game.”
- “The game does have a few different endings, so there is some replay value but since you can just replay the chapter/section, it doesn’t warrant a full playthrough.”
- “✖ Short playtime and limited replayability.”
- “It can be completed in under 5 hours, or around 8 if you want all the achievements, and I don't see much replayability once completed.”
stability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 94% negative mentions
The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including frequent freezes, stuck characters, audio issues, and collision problems, often requiring restarts or checkpoint reloads to progress. While these technical issues can be frustrating, they generally do not completely break the game, which still offers an overall enjoyable experience despite its rough stability.
- “Then it is buggy and made me reload checkpoints twice just so I could progress.”
- “From a technical standpoint, there are some audio glitches that really aren't that serious, but I did encounter two bugs that brought the game to a halt and required restarts and some fiddling to get past.”
- “Also worth noting that the controls aren't great and the collision is pretty buggy; nothing game breaking and I never crashed, though there is one scene in the German's house where looking at his daughter in the kitchen causes the game to tank.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10% positive mentions, 10% neutral mentions, 80% negative mentions
Grinding in "11-11: Memories Retold" is often described as tedious, particularly when searching for collectibles or replaying dialogue for multiple endings, which can dampen the overall experience. However, many reviewers find the compelling story and artistic presentation help offset the occasional grind. Overall, while some gameplay elements feel repetitive, the narrative engagement keeps players invested.
- “Going for 100% achievements isn't that tedious either.”
- “The execution is terribly tedious despite having an interesting story on paper.”
- “The gameplay is just a tedious addon; it would have been better as an animation.”
- “It gets tedious at the end getting different endings since there is no skip button on dialogue trees, forcing you to rehear the same stuff multiple times.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, -25% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions
Character development in the game is seen as mixed, with some praise for unique art style and character design that support the story, but also criticism for missed opportunities to deepen narrative and thematic elements. Overall, the character design is strong visually but lacks sufficient development within the game's world.
- “The art style is very unique, and it allowed the game to focus on story and character development while keeping the budget down by not needing realism.”
- “Very good game mechanics and character design.”
- “The character design and graphics are good.”
- “I've talked already about the lack of theme and character development; there are an extraordinary number of missed opportunities to add narrative depth to the world the game exists in.”
- “The art style is very unique and covers a multitude of sins, as it allowed keeping the budget down by not needing realism, and focusing on the story and character development, whilst also being quite charming.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The humor in the game is subtle and often intertwined with its serious themes, providing moments of levity amidst a heartfelt and reflective narrative. It balances funny and sad moments effectively, enhancing the emotional impact without undermining the story's depth.
- “There are funny and sad moments, and the idea of two soldiers going through hardship and friendships without being able to understand each other was fantastic.”
- “This game is beautiful, story driven, heart breaking, and funny at times.”
- “"Press E to enlist" would be a funny reference if the game wasn't being serious.”

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6h Median play time

8h Average play time

5-12h Spent by most gamers

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11-11 Memories Retold is a casual simulation game with warfare and historical themes. Common tags for 11-11 Memories Retold include world war i, trading, choices matter, stylized, atmospheric and others.

11-11 Memories Retold is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 8 hours playing 11-11 Memories Retold.

11-11 Memories Retold was released on November 8, 2018.

11-11 Memories Retold was developed by Digixart.

11-11 Memories Retold has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked 11-11 Memories Retold for its story but disliked it for its stability.

11-11 Memories Retold is a single player game.

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