[Southern Fjords] Newspaper Day

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[Southern Fjords] Newspaper Day is a single player action game. It was developed by Southern Fjords Games and was released on November 11, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

You will play as David, a teenage boy in school, who has a part-time job as a newspaper delivery boy. You must deliver newspapers to your neighbors, talk to them, and learn more about their lives. However, you will gradually realize that there's something strange about one of them. Therefore, you will need to investigate further, very carefully, using your wits, your job, and the clues to bring th…

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Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

story4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Calming atmosphere and soothing gameplay with a good creepy vibe.
Engaging story with multiple endings that adds replayability.
Unique bike mechanics and a nostalgic feel while exploring the game world.

High memory usage and performance issues, requiring low graphics settings to play.
Gameplay can be boring and linear, with a lack of engaging content and objectives.
Numerous bugs and control issues, including problems with dialogue interactions and movement.

story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its originality and multiple endings, while others find it basic and unmemorable, likening it to typical horror tropes. The atmosphere is noted as decent, but the overall gameplay experience is criticized for being boring, leading to a consensus that the story lacks depth and context.
- “Good story with multiple endings.”
- “This game really gives you 'Fears to Fathom' vibes in terms of storytelling, graphics, and atmosphere.”
- “I liked the story; I found it pretty original and I enjoyed the gameplay. It gives you some kind of freedom and nostalgia just walking around with your bike.”
- “The lack of story or context doesn't help.”
- “The story is very boring and basic, with nothing surprising or special.”
- “Decent little horror story and atmosphere, but the gameplay and game world are very boring.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a calming atmosphere and soothing mechanics, with some players particularly enjoying the bike mechanics. While opinions vary, many find the gameplay to be average, yet it offers a sense of freedom and nostalgia, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Calming atmosphere and soothing gameplay.”
- “Great little game, I must be the only one who actually enjoyed the bike mechanics.”
- “I liked the story, I found it pretty original and I enjoyed the gameplay; it gives you some kind of freedom and nostalgia just walking around with your bike.”
- “Gameplay: average”
- “It's just gameplay.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its calming and creepy elements, with effective lighting and design contributing to a sense of terror. However, some players feel that while the atmosphere is strong, the gameplay can be dull and the overall experience feels unfinished.
- “Calming atmosphere and soothing gameplay.”
- “This game is good and has a great creepy atmosphere.”
- “This game really gives you fears to fathom vibes in terms of storytelling, graphics, and atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is decent, but the gameplay is very boring and the game world feels lackluster.”
- “This game really gives you 'Fears to Fathom' vibes in terms of storytelling, graphics, and atmosphere.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are described as decent, with a unique low poly aesthetic that enhances the game's atmosphere and storytelling. Players appreciate how the visuals contribute to the overall immersion, creating an unsettling vibe that complements the narrative.
- “I enjoyed the graphics style.”
- “The music and the sound effects, along with the unsettling graphics contribute to the immersion; you really feel like something's off in the neighborhood to the point where you even stop trusting the elders.”
- “I don't typically like the low poly aesthetic, but it works really well in this game since it isn't all pixelated.”
- “This game really gives you 'Fears to Fathom' vibes in terms of storytelling, graphics, and atmosphere.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound effects are described as decent, effectively enhancing the game's unsettling atmosphere and immersion, making players feel a sense of distrust towards the environment and its characters.
- “The music and the sound effects, along with the unsettling graphics, contribute to the immersion; you really feel like something's off in the neighborhood to the point where you even stop trusting the elders.”
- “The soundtrack is just decent, lacking the depth and variety needed to enhance the overall experience.”
- “The music and sound effects, while unsettling, do not effectively contribute to the immersion; instead, they feel disjointed and fail to create a cohesive atmosphere.”
- “The audio design, including the music, feels repetitive and uninspired, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game's stability is hindered by noticeable glitches, which detract from the overall experience and make it challenging to stay engaged, especially in the absence of voice acting.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience.”
- “The lack of voice acting also makes it difficult to pay attention, as I'm too focused on the glitches and feeling bored.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have reported issues with camera shake during sideways movement, which detracts from the overall smoothness of gameplay. This raises concerns about the game's optimization, suggesting that performance may not be fully polished.
- “On the other hand, I had some problems with the way the camera shakes when you move sideways. I don't know if it's about performance or just the game, but it doesn't feel smooth.”

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[Southern Fjords] Newspaper Day is a action game.

[Southern Fjords] Newspaper Day is available on PC and Windows.

[Southern Fjords] Newspaper Day was released on November 11, 2024.

[Southern Fjords] Newspaper Day was developed by Southern Fjords Games.

[Southern Fjords] Newspaper Day has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

[Southern Fjords] Newspaper Day is a single player game.

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