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Spiritfarer

Spiritfarer is a calming game about being present in the moment that can be enjoyed by gamers at any level.
91%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
stability, grinding
96% User Score Based on 100 reviews
Critic Score 88%Based on 30 reviews

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Spiritfarer: Farewell Edition is a peaceful fantasy simulation game where you play as a ferrymaster for the deceased. Your mission is to build a boat, care for spirit friends, and help them transition into the afterlife. This edition includes the heartwarming base game and three substantial content updates. Players can embark on this emotional journey solo or with a friend in co-op multiplayer mode.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 130 reviews
story22 positive mentions
stability6 negative mentions
  • Beautifully crafted with stunning visuals and a heartfelt story that explores themes of life, death, and emotional connections.
  • Engaging gameplay that combines resource management, exploration, and character interactions, making it a cozy and relaxing experience.
  • The game effectively evokes a range of emotions, often leading players to reflect on their own experiences with loss and grief.
  • The pacing can be slow and repetitive, which may lead to a lack of engagement for some players.
  • Some characters are perceived as unlikable or annoying, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • Technical issues, such as glitches and crashes, particularly in the Switch version, can hinder gameplay progression.
  • story
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth, heartwarming themes, and well-developed characters, often leaving players in tears. The beautiful art style and music enhance the narrative experience, making it both engaging and memorable. However, some players noted that certain character dialogues can feel tedious and detract from the overall storytelling.

    • “The characters are lovable, the art style is gorgeous, and the storyline is heart-wrenching in just the right way to hit you in the feels and leave a lasting impression.”
    • “It's full of warmth, heart, pain, and love that you can't help but get caught up in the story.”
    • “The story is beautiful and will make you cry.”
    • “I ended up reading multiple walkthroughs and forum threads to try to finish a critical task in one of the storylines.”
    • “Also, no spoilers, but the ending of the story doesn't particularly make sense in the context of the very beginning of the story.”
    • “I found myself mashing the button, rolling my eyes, and honestly falling asleep a little while I tried to get through Summer's blathering, boring love story or Gustav's blustering, pompous views on mortality.”
  • graphics
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning art style and beautiful visuals, which enhance the emotional depth of the story. Players appreciate the charming character designs and the overall aesthetic, which contribute to a cozy and immersive experience. Despite some minor technical issues, the game's graphics are considered a standout feature, complementing its heartfelt narrative and engaging gameplay.

    • “There is a whole movement of games that encourage exploring grief, loss, and communication, and this one does it wonderfully, along with amazing visuals.”
    • “Spiritfarer, from Jotun and Sundered developer Thunder Lotus Games, masterfully weaves the heavy topic into an immensely rich game full of beautiful visuals and three-dimensional characters.”
    • “A stunning art style, gorgeously melodic music, and a lighter and less punishing take on the management sim genre make it one of the best indie games of the year and a title that will be remembered for years to come.”
    • “It doesn't fit the feel of the game, the theme, the music, or the graphics.”
    • “[technical issues and graphical glitches.]”
    • “Graphic are pretty too!”
  • music
    25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and gorgeous qualities, enhancing the overall experience with its beautiful melodies and emotional depth. Many players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to evoke feelings and provide a cozy atmosphere, often turning to it for relaxation. Additionally, the inclusion of a soundtrack download code with physical copies is seen as a delightful bonus, further elevating the game's appeal.

    • “The music is super relaxing; it made me feel really cozy when I’m playing it.”
    • “Beautiful visuals and soundtrack.”
    • “A stunning art style, gorgeously melodic music, and a lighter and less punishing take on the management sim genre make it one of the best indie games of the year and a title that will be remembered for years to come.”
    • “The music doesn't fit the feel of the game, the theme, the music, or the graphics.”
    • “[Lacking in customization, the soundtrack could do with more variety.]”
    • “The art, story, characters, and the music really come together to beat the crap out of your tear ducts.”
  • emotional
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is widely praised, with many players noting that it evokes strong feelings, often leading to tears. The combination of lovable characters, a heartwarming storyline, and beautiful visuals creates a comforting yet poignant experience that resonates deeply with players. Overall, the game successfully balances themes of love and loss, making it a memorable emotional journey.

    • “It is also the first video game I played that made me cry.”
    • “The characters are lovable, the art style is gorgeous, and the storyline is heart-wrenching in just the right way to hit you in the feels and leave a lasting impression.”
    • “Spiritfarer is an absolutely gorgeous adventure that tells a heartfelt tale of love and loss.”
  • gameplay
    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of Spiritfarer is characterized by its light, cozy mechanics that blend beautifully with its stunning visuals and evocative music, creating an engaging and emotionally resonant experience. Players appreciate the variety in gameplay styles, intuitive crafting, and the depth of characters, although some note issues with pacing and repetitive tasks. Overall, the game offers a compelling mix of management simulation and exploration, making it a memorable journey for those who enjoy thoughtful narratives and personal growth.

    • “It's got light and cozy gameplay while providing the music, sound effects, graphics, and effects that make it such an enthralling experience.”
    • “Its addictive gameplay loop is well complemented by its thoughtful story - anyone who likes their relaxation with a side of healthy contemplation will be hard pressed to find a more compelling game this year.”
    • “Spiritfarer offers a memorable emotionally-driven journey that’s complemented by some brilliantly varied gameplay mechanics and a stunning world to explore.”
    • “The Switch version is a little weird in that it crashes after an hour or so of gameplay, so watch out.”
    • “Spiritfarer is a nice looking, but mostly dull, resource management game that tries to integrate a unique setting with base-building mechanics.”
    • “The glacial pacing and repetitive gameplay make this an experience that only a select few will enjoy.”
  • stability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has been criticized, particularly on the Switch version, where players report several glitches that hinder progression and cause crashes. While the game is visually appealing and engaging, these technical issues, especially related to central quests, detract from the overall experience.

    • “The game is beautiful and quite addictive, but I ran into a couple of glitches that block me from making any more progress.”
    • “Seems like there are a number of similar glitches, but my specific glitch cannot be resolved by the solutions used by other players.”
    • “Looking at the manufacturer's website, it seems like in general there are a number of glitches related to some of the central quests.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its humor, featuring hilarious dialogue and unique, warm characters that enhance the overall narrative. Players appreciate the comical elements woven into the story, which, combined with beautiful animation and music, create an engaging and enjoyable experience.

    • “The animation is beautiful, the music is absolutely gorgeous, and the story has both heart and humor.”
    • “It’s comical, the dialogue is hilarious, and I definitely was annoyed by a couple of spirits.”
    • “Unique characters have depth; they are funny and warm.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the controls and game loop involving farming and material refinement are praised, many consider the overall grinding to be tedious and overrated.

    • “Overrated and tedious.”
    • “Some of the game aspects are good (tight controls, interesting game loop of farming, getting materials, refining them).”
    • “I die in a game with social, farming, and light playforming elements.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is highly praised for its evocative and endearing qualities, creating an enjoyable environment for players. The seamless integration of diverse gameplay styles enhances the overall experience, ensuring that nothing feels superfluous.

    • “It's a pleasure to move around in an evocative, endearing atmosphere with a succession of gameplay styles that gel superbly and never feel like padding.”

88%Critics’ scoreBased on 30 critic reviews

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