A Long Way Home

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In "A Long Way Home" , you are stranded 100 light years from Earth after your ship's engine fails. To return home, you must jump from asteroid to asteroid, collecting dark matter to open portals, all while avoiding explosive rocks, micro-comets, and other obstacles. Originally an iPad game, "A Long Way Home" has been completely redesigned for Steam, with updated graphics, widescreen support, and overhauled menus.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 90 reviews

story33 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features cute artwork and a decent little story, making it an enjoyable experience.
It offers a fun and challenging gravity-based gameplay mechanic that keeps players engaged.
The game is well-suited for short play sessions, providing a light and entertaining puzzle experience.

The jumping mechanics are frustrating, with long delays and poor hitboxes that detract from the gameplay.
The game can become boring and repetitive after a short period, lacking depth for extended play.
There are bugs related to achievements, and the overall gameplay experience is considered mediocre by some players.

story
99 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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3%
The story of Saroo Brierley is a deeply moving and inspirational tale of survival, loss, and reunion, chronicling his journey from being lost in the streets of Kolkata as a young boy to ultimately finding his family years later. While the narrative captures the emotional weight of his experiences, some critiques mention that the writing could be more compelling, yet the overall sentiment is that it is a remarkable true story that resonates with readers and evokes a range of emotions. The memoir effectively highlights themes of poverty, love, and determination, making it a heartwarming and unforgettable read.
- “Saroo's story is a tale of desperate and unimaginable poverty, what people do to survive, the love of two families in radically different circumstances, and the determination of a young man to find out what had happened to his brother and his family after that train began to move.”
- “This is an incredible story of survival, eventually he goes to an orphanage and then adoption in Tasmania.”
- “The author's personal story is both heartbreaking and inspiring.”
- “Although this story wasn’t written by Saroo himself, ghostwriter Larry Buttrose did an exceptional job at capturing the emotion and details of the journey.”
- “However, intensely moving though the story of his first thirty years are, the momentum of some parts is lost, which is why I feel the three stars is about right.”
- “The story rambled a little as he was lost and wandered back to his roots.”
emotional
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the memoir is characterized by a blend of heartwarming and heartbreaking moments, showcasing the author's journey from loss to reunion. Readers are deeply moved by the poignant descriptions of poverty, familial bonds, and the struggles of both his biological and adoptive mothers, culminating in a powerful and inspirational narrative that resonates on a personal level. Overall, the story is described as touching and compelling, leaving a lasting emotional impact.
- “What struck me most about this memoir was how the author was able to take a tragic experience and truly connect with the reader on an emotional level.”
- “This is such an emotional, touching story and, for me, a more rewarding read than any novel, because it is a true account of extraordinary events in a young man's life.”
- “Saroo Brierley gives a wonderful insight into the emotional journey he experienced after getting lost, found, rescued, and then his return to his roots and what that meant to him.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are widely praised for their cute and appealing art style, which is considered one of its strongest features. Reviewers appreciate the balance of charm without being overly elaborate, contributing to an engaging visual experience alongside interesting levels.
- “The art style is about the best thing the game has going for it.”
- “This is a really cool game with lots of great graphics and interesting levels.”
- “The graphics are cute and not overdone.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The music in the game is generally described as pleasant, featuring a serene piano soundtrack that provides a calming atmosphere. However, some players find it somewhat misleading, as the tranquility contrasts with the frustration of challenging gameplay. Overall, while the soundtrack is appreciated, it does not significantly elevate the overall experience.
- “Nice soundtrack though.”
- “The music is just all right, and the gameplay is fairly mediocre.”
- “The quiet piano soundtrack lends an air of serenity about things, which can be quite misleading as you fly into a rage after missing that jump for the tenth time.”
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate a lack of replayability, with multiple users expressing that the game does not encourage or offer reasons to play again.
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is generally considered mediocre, lacking standout features that would elevate the overall experience.
- “The music is just all right, and the gameplay is fairly mediocre.”