Farewell Planet

66%
Game Brain Score Based on 17 reviews
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In "Farewell Planet" , players control the last machine "alive" in a village of robots who believe they're human. As this child-like machine, you'll help fulfill the final wishes of the other villagers before they shut down. Thisbittersweet adventure explores themes of loneliness, companionship, and the passage of time.

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66%
Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews
music3 positive mentions
  • The game offers a powerful and heartwrenching experience that resonates long after completion, making it a memorable journey.
  • The art style, music, and writing come together beautifully, creating an emotional atmosphere that deeply connects players with the characters and their stories.
  • Gameplay is simple yet engaging, with a guide feature that enhances the experience, allowing players to explore the poignant narratives of the deceased villagers.
  • The controls can be a bit challenging to get used to initially, which may hinder the experience for some players.
  • Once completed, the game cannot be replayed, which may disappoint those who wish to revisit its emotional journey.
  • The game lacks complex puzzles and detailed explanations about the world, which might leave some players wanting more depth in gameplay and narrative.
  • music10 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its beautiful and melancholic soundtrack, which enhances the overall atmosphere and emotional depth of the experience. Composed by Soejima Takuma, the unique pieces of music not only complement the characters but also evoke a strong sense of longing and reflection, reminiscent of the style found in Nier: Automata. Players appreciate the combination of the evocative score with the game's charming art style, creating a moving and immersive experience.

    • “The atmosphere is great, with a charming art style and a relaxing, yet somber soundtrack to accompany the gameplay.”
    • “The art style, the music, the writing--it all comes together and creates such a moving experience.”
    • “Complimenting each character is a unique piece of music, which characterizes them further.”
    • “The atmosphere is great, with a charming art style and a relaxing, yet somber soundtrack to accompany the gameplay.”
    • “Tone is immaculate; the melancholic music and the simple visuals and the short lines of text that will shatter you with what they hold inside.”
    • “The piece that stood out most was Kisar'ik, a child in the village who wanted to build a beacon of light that pointed to the outside world; their music is energetic, a bit defiant, and layered with the sounds of metal and tools to drive home their nature as someone trying to invent their way out of the loneliness of a dead world.”
  • gameplay6 mentions

    The gameplay of "Farewell Planet" is characterized by a charming art style and a relaxing soundtrack, creating an engaging atmosphere. Players spend their time walking through a village, solving simple puzzles and uncovering character memories, with an optional guide feature to streamline the experience. Overall, while the mechanics are straightforward, the narrative depth adds meaningful engagement to the gameplay.

    • “The atmosphere is great, with a charming art style and a relaxing, yet somber soundtrack to accompany the gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay includes a lot of walking, but the memories told by each character are worth reading.”
    • “The gameplay centers around these memories; they are often simple puzzles—made simpler by a guide mode—which have you fulfill some sort of last wish of the person you now inhabit.”
    • “On the face of it, Farewell Planet seems like a simple game, and mechanically it is.”
    • “The gameplay includes a lot of walking, but the memories told by each character are worth reading.”
    • “Gameplay consists of roaming the village looking for key items to trigger the memory; there's a guide feature that highlights where you need to go if you don't want to waste your time looking.”
  • graphics5 mentions

    The graphics are characterized by a charming and unique art style that features simple yet impactful visuals, complemented by a melancholic and beautiful soundtrack. This combination creates a moving atmosphere that enhances the overall gameplay experience.

    • “The atmosphere is great, with a charming art style and a relaxing, yet somber soundtrack to accompany the gameplay.”
    • “The art style, the music, the writing--it all comes together and creates such a moving experience.”
    • “The art style is simple yet unique, with randomized collages of pixelated controllers, systems, turntables, etc. It has one of the most beautiful soundtracks I've ever heard, too.”
    • “The art style is simple yet unique with randomized collages of pixelated controllers, systems, turntables, etc. It has one of the most beautiful soundtracks I've ever heard, too.”
    • “The tone is immaculate; the melancholic music and the simple visuals and the short lines of text will shatter you with what they hold inside.”
    • “The art style and music are really unique.”
  • story5 mentions

    The story is deeply emotional, emphasizing a profound connection with the village's inhabitants, even before the player's birth, and the inevitable sorrow of their departure. It evokes feelings similar to those found in games like "Nier: Automata" and "Spiritfarer," as players guide each of the 20+ characters to their final farewell, unlocking poignant narratives that culminate in a heart-wrenching goodbye. Overall, it exemplifies how to craft impactful, story-driven experiences that resonate with players on a personal level.

    • “The thing about the story that breaks my heart the most is how connected you are with everyone in the village, even before you were ever born, and how distant from them you will be forever, now that they're all gone.”
    • “The story kind of reminds me of Nier: Automata's robots, but it evokes the same gut-wrenching, teary-eyed feeling that Spiritfarer gives after saying goodbye.”
    • “After unlocking both parts of each villager's story, you walk them to the 'point of farewell,' where they submerge into the river to rest for eternity.”
    • “The thing about the story that breaks my heart the most is how connected you are with everyone in the village, even before you were ever born, and how distant from them you will be forever, now that they're all gone.”
    • “The story kinda reminds me of Nier: Automata's robots but the same kind of gut-wrenching, teary-eyed feeling that Spiritfarer gives after saying goodbye.”
    • “After unlocking both parts of each villager's story, you walk them to the 'point of farewell,' where they submerge into the river to rest for eternity.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    The game delivers a profoundly emotional experience that resonates deeply with players, often eliciting tears and strong feelings. Reviewers emphasize its effectiveness in crafting a compelling, story-driven narrative that is essential for anyone seeking an impactful gaming experience.

    • “A powerful, heart-wrenching experience that I think everyone should experience at least once.”
    • “I cried several times while playing.”
    • “This is how you make emotional, story-focused games.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere is highly praised for its charming art style and a relaxing, yet somber soundtrack that enhances the overall gameplay experience.

    • “The atmosphere is great, with a charming art style and a relaxing, yet somber soundtrack to accompany the gameplay.”
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