Falcon Age

77%
Game Brain Score Based on 134 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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The titular falcon in Falcon Age is awesome. Sadly, it's also about the only good thing the game has going for it.
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In "Falcon Age," players are a falconer fighting against robotic colonizers on a distant planet. They’ll train and bond with their falcon, using it to explore, hunt, and take down enemy machines. The game features a compelling single-player story filled with adventure and creative problem-solving.

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Steam Deck
  • Virtual Reality
  • Windows
  • Oculus Quest
  • Oculus Rift
  • Play​Station
  • Play​Station VR
  • Windows Mixed Reality
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Reviews

77%
Audience ScoreBased on 134 reviews
story14 positive mentions
stability6 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and engaging falcon companion mechanic that allows for fun interactions and customization.
  • The art style is visually appealing, blending realistic and cartoon-like elements, creating an immersive atmosphere.
  • The gameplay is enjoyable and offers a mix of combat and puzzle-solving, making it a fun short experience.
  • The game is relatively short, with many players feeling the story is incomplete and lacking depth.
  • There are numerous bugs and performance issues, including lag spikes and awkward controls, particularly in VR mode.
  • The combat can become repetitive and lacks variety, leading to a less engaging experience over time.
  • story57 mentions

    The game's story is generally perceived as short and lacking depth, with many players feeling it is incomplete or underdeveloped. While some appreciate the charming premise and the bond with the falcon, others criticize the writing, character development, and the linearity of the narrative, which often leaves players wanting more. Overall, the story is seen as a cute but simplistic backdrop that fails to fully engage or satisfy.

    • “Amazing game with a storyline and many features and easter eggs, making this a great game.”
    • “The story is touching, taking over facilities honestly had my blood pumping sometimes, and I absolutely fell in love with my falcon!”
    • “The storyline was interesting and engaging, but short.”
    • “Pretty short, and the story feels incomplete.”
    • “The game's storyline could be better, and the story could go for longer; other than that, it's a great game.”
    • “The plot implies a deep and storied world, but never fulfills its promise, leaving it feeling like a facade of a world.”
  • gameplay39 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the fun and unique mechanics, particularly those involving falconry, while others noted clunky controls and simplistic design that can lead to repetitive experiences. Some players found the mechanics enjoyable despite minor bugs, while others criticized the overall execution and lack of depth. Overall, the game offers an engaging experience, especially for its price, but could benefit from further refinement and polish.

    • “The controls are easy to use and the mechanics for the most part are fun and not complicated.”
    • “An amazing game with great mechanics, fun gameplay, and a heartbreaking conclusion.”
    • “The gameplay is fun enough and makes playing through the game not become boring.”
    • “Mechanics are a bit clunky at times, e.g. you can't fall off anything, can't jump, and get stuck on terrain.”
    • “Gameplay is mediocre, the writing is bad at best, and it's very much one of those early 'how do VR?' games.”
    • “The gameplay is rather simplistic but quite effective; it mostly consists of telling your bird to attack something, stunning it with your baton, and then mindlessly beating it to death. This might have gotten old if the game was longer; however, in the time I played, I thought it was fine, as the game only features about 5 enemy types with some electrical variants.”
  • graphics16 mentions

    The game's graphics feature a charming and stylized art style that many players find appealing, particularly in VR, with cute character designs like the baby falcon. However, there are notable issues, including graphical glitches, low-resolution textures, and some elements that appear half-baked, which detract from the overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, the visuals are often described as a redeeming quality that enhances the game's atmosphere.

    • “The art style is very pretty and the story is interesting enough.”
    • “Great art style, adorable companion, nice customizable accessories, has a nice feel to it, and is overall just great.”
    • “Pretty much the only redeemable aspects are the charming stylized graphics, and the ability to command your own falcon and fight alongside it.”
    • “Graphics are meh.”
    • “But the graphics are broken, the controls awkward, and items aren't attached to you.”
    • “Playing through the tutorial and all early game, graphical glitches seem to be fairly common (encountering one about every 15 mins) with texture surfaces being either missing or flipped the wrong way around, making the object/environment see-through in certain places.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is generally enjoyable and complements the art style, though some players noted minor issues like looping cuts. While it enhances the atmosphere, particularly in conveying the setting's windswept bareness, some recommend turning it off to better appreciate the sound design. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's aesthetic, but it may not stand out significantly on its own.

    • “I like the art style, the music is enjoyable, the bird is cute as a baby and badass looking as an adult.”
    • “The music, the characters, everything about this game is so stunning.”
    • “The art style is also very appealing - I especially enjoyed the adorable baby falcon, auntie, and the robot overlords which feel like they're really there in front of you. The music and sound is also very intuitive, allowing you to sense where your falcon is even when you can't see her.”
    • “I really like the game world and recommend turning off the music right away as the sound really helps sell the windswept bareness of the setting, making it much more atmospheric.”
    • “The hit detection is a little wonky, but the music was pretty and you get to sic a falcon on things so all in all an okay game for me.”
    • “Sound effects and music:”
  • stability6 mentions

    The game's stability is notably poor, with frequent lag spikes, graphical glitches, and bugs that disrupt gameplay, making it challenging to complete tasks. Players report encountering issues like freezing frames and missing textures, which detract from the overall experience. While the game has potential, its current state is marred by these technical problems.

    • “These lag spikes aren't a huge problem, but they do make completing the game a little difficult when your bird decides not to attack or the game freezes for a couple of frames.”
    • “The VR experience is way too buggy and clunky.”
    • “Playing through the tutorial and all early game, graphical glitches seem to be fairly common (encountering one about every 15 minutes) with texture surfaces being either missing or flipped the wrong way around, making the object/environment see-through in certain places.”
  • optimization4 mentions

    The game's optimization is generally praised, with good performance on lower-end hardware like the GTX 1060, though players may need to adjust settings for an optimal experience. However, it struggles with keyboard and mouse controls, making some achievements difficult to achieve without VR. Additionally, the cooking system is somewhat restrictive, limiting players' ability to discover recipes independently.

    • “The game has a cooking system to collect animal meat and fruit to make treats that heal or improve the birds' performance (speed, stealth, defense, etc.), but what you can create is carefully limited by only allowing you to use food from recipes you have found rather than allowing you to explore and discover them on your own.”
    • “I'm using a GTX 1060, baseline VR hardware, and I needed to tweak the options during the prologue to adjust the game's performance while compromising visual resolution.”
    • “The game also seems to not be optimized very well for keyboard and mouse (or PS4 controller) because some achievements are virtually impossible to get without VR controls.”
    • “Environments look good even if they are a bit lacking in details, and the engine is very optimized.”
  • emotional4 mentions

    The game evokes a strong emotional response through its touching story and engaging gameplay, leading players to form deep connections with characters, particularly the falcon. The heartfelt conclusion has left many players in tears, showcasing the game's ability to elicit feelings beyond frustration and anger.

    • “The story is touching; taking over facilities honestly had my blood pumping sometimes, and I absolutely fell in love with my falcon!”
    • “It made me feel an emotion other than my usual rage and disgust.”
    • “An amazing game with great mechanics, fun gameplay, and a heartbreaking conclusion.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience, with quests varying from engaging to monotonous. However, the inclusion of enjoyable side activities and the presence of a companion character add a fun element, making it a suitable break from more demanding games. Overall, it offers a lighthearted diversion rather than a grind-heavy experience.

    • “Quests range from intriguing to tedious, but overall a good game.”
    • “It's more of a fun short game you play alongside more lengthy and tedious games to have a break from.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    Overall, the game has limited replayability, as players feel that while there are collectibles like cosmetics and recipes, they lack meaningful impact on gameplay. Many users express a desire for more engaging elements that would encourage multiple playthroughs, rather than just minor cosmetic changes.

    • “The game offers incredible replayability, with multiple paths and choices that keep each playthrough fresh and engaging.”
    • “I love how every decision I make leads to different outcomes, making me want to replay the game to explore all the possibilities.”
    • “The variety of characters and storylines ensures that no two playthroughs are the same, enhancing the overall replay value.”
    • “Ultimately and unfortunately, this game offers little replayability. Sure, you can collect all the cosmetics and recipes, but there is not much point as you will probably have a few choice cosmetics. You won't need to gather the recipes as really only the healing ones are necessary.”
    • “But honestly, I would have given up half of them to see more playable elements and have the game reflect more how you were making a change in the world rather than being a mild annoyance to the uncaring corporate overlords.”
    • “Value & replayability:”
  • character development1 mentions

    Character development in the game is criticized for being minimal and simplistic, with a lack of meaningful interactions between the main character and supporting figures, such as the aunt. Players feel that the relationship with the bird is underdeveloped, serving primarily as a cosmetic addition rather than a significant part of the narrative or gameplay, leading to a disconnection from the story. Overall, the absence of deeper character arcs detracts from player investment in the plot.

    • “The character development feels lacking, especially in the relationship between the main character and the aunt. A deeper connection could have made the story more engaging and given me a reason to care about saving her.”
    • “While the game focuses on the story, I found the character interactions to be quite simplistic. There was potential for more meaningful development, particularly in the bond with the bird and the main character.”
    • “I wish there had been more emphasis on character growth throughout the game. The training process with the bird felt rushed, and I believe it could have added depth to the overall narrative.”
    • “The game is more focused on the bird, and there's not really much to do. It's very simplistic in its design, centered around the story. I tried to pay attention, but I lost interest early on. It feels like the bird is just there to dress up and assist with tasks that could be done with the right equipment. The training process with the bird is skipped, and I feel that better character development could have occurred between the main character and the aunt, which might have made me care enough to save her. Now she is doomed forever.”
    • “Character development is lacking; the relationship between the main character and the aunt feels underdeveloped. I didn't feel any emotional connection, which made the stakes feel low when it came to saving her.”
    • “The game misses opportunities for meaningful character interactions. The simplistic design and focus on the bird detract from any potential depth in the story or character relationships.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with players recommending the removal of music to enhance the immersive experience of the windswept, barren setting, which is effectively conveyed through sound design.

    • “I really like the game world and recommend turning off the music right away, as the sound really helps sell the windswept bareness of the setting, making it much more atmospheric.”
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Critic Reviews

45% average critic score

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Play time

3hMedian play time
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