Valiant Hearts: Coming Home

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Valiant Hearts: Coming Home is a single player puzzle game with warfare and historical themes. It was developed by Ubisoft Montpellier and was released on May 24, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

A WWI adventure story

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69%

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story55 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

Beautiful story with emotional depth, exploring the trauma of war through the perspectives of two brothers.
Nostalgic traditional graphics and haunting melodic music that enhance the immersive experience.
Engaging gameplay with interesting puzzles and a strong historical context that educates players about WWI.

Frequent performance issues, including crashes and lag, especially during intense moments.
The game is too short, with many players wishing for a longer experience and more depth compared to the first game.
Requires a Netflix subscription to play, which limits accessibility for many potential players.

story
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth and engaging narrative, particularly the poignant tale of two brothers set against the backdrop of World War I. While many appreciate the beautiful graphics and haunting music that enhance the storytelling, some critiques mention that certain elements feel forced or less impactful compared to the original game. Overall, it is considered a touching continuation of the first installment, with a strong focus on character-driven narratives and historical themes.
- “Beautiful story, nostalgic traditional graphics and haunting melodic music that builds emotion.”
- “The storyline was excellent and the attention to detail in the artwork and character narratives made the world feel incredibly deep and interconnected.”
- “This game is amazing, hands down one of the best storylines I have ever read that includes the first one (both made me cry).”
- “But it cuts short with a narrator that has great English but misses the point sometimes, and with mini quests that feel forced.”
- “It feels like one of those inconsequential AAA story DLCs.”
- “Gameplay storyline everything is short and after finishing this game I did not feel the urge to replay it anymore.”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally well-received, praised for its engaging puzzles, appealing graphics, and immersive storytelling that captures the essence of wartime experiences. However, many players noted that the game is relatively short, with some mechanics feeling simplistic or reminiscent of previous titles in the series. Overall, while the gameplay is entertaining and enjoyable, it may lack replay value for some players.
- “The gameplay is comforting and provides detail into how eerily subtle life would have felt like during and after the war.”
- “I really appreciated that the puzzles were challenging without being overly complicated and they blended perfectly into the gameplay.”
- “It combines an appealing stylized appearance with the grittiness of war without losing sincerity and a nice range of interactive gameplay.”
- “To be honest, this game is good to play, but it ended too quickly. You can complete it within one week; I wish they could have extended the gameplay.”
- “Gameplay storyline is everything short, and after finishing this game, I didn't feel like replaying it anymore.”
- “The gameplay feels like it was built for a seven-year-old, and the dialogue wasn't much better.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their beautiful, nostalgic art style and attention to detail, which enhances the emotional depth of the storyline. Many players appreciate the interconnectedness of the artwork and character narratives, contributing to an immersive experience. However, some users noted occasional lag issues that detracted from the overall visual experience.
- “Beautiful story, nostalgic traditional graphics and haunting melodic music that builds emotion.”
- “The storyline was excellent and the attention to detail in the artwork and character narratives made the world feel incredibly deep and interconnected.”
- “Wonderful game..a great way of storytelling and the art style was just amazing.”
- “I do not recommend it because it has a bad story and bad graphics.”
- “Valiant Hearts: Coming Home is a 2D graphic narrative experience about guiding several people through World War I.”
music
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its haunting melodies and emotional depth, enhancing the overall immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a key element that complements the engaging story and nostalgic graphics, creating a captivating atmosphere. While some note it may not be as refreshing as the original, the music remains a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “Beautiful story, nostalgic traditional graphics, and haunting melodic music that builds emotion.”
- “The music brings everything together.”
- “Great narrative, great music, easy gameplay, a near perfect game.”
- “Why does the game music turn off when switching to another app and then coming back to the game?”
emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with many players describing it as a deeply moving experience that evokes strong feelings, particularly through its heartfelt story of love and friendship amidst historical brutality. Players frequently mention crying during pivotal moments, especially towards the end, highlighting the game's ability to connect with them on a profound level. Overall, the combination of a touching narrative and beautiful graphics contributes to its emotional impact.
- “This game is one of the most heart-moving, gut-wrenching experiences I've had the opportunity to play. The heartfelt love story of two brothers and three friends is one of the best I've ever seen, but the brutality of the Americans during this time is sickening; racism was everywhere.”
- “This game is amazing! Hands down, one of the best storylines I have ever experienced, including the first one (both made me cry).”
- “Good gameplay with a touching storyline.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the optimization of the game has received significant criticism, with users reporting frequent crashes, stuttering, and frame rate drops, particularly during intense gameplay moments. While some players experienced decent performance on high-end devices, many found the game unoptimized, leading to frustrating gameplay issues across various missions.
- “Other than that, performance was good (played on S22 Ultra) except for the two instances where it crashed and one where textures didn't load.”
- “Probably a good game but too unoptimized to tell.”
- “Very unoptimized on any missions with the dog as my phone starts lagging and my FPS drops.”
- “My big problem was the performance. I have a Galaxy A51, and the frame rate takes a hit during intense moments like dodging bombshells and machine gun fire.”
- “A huge letdown as it keeps crashing and stuttering in the camp, so I can't advance.”
- “Too unoptimized. I'm on a Samsung S22 Ultra, which is good enough to run games much bigger than this. It runs Genshin without lags for a long time, but this... there are so many bugs that it just closes on me.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent crashes and glitches that hinder gameplay, including freezing during cutscenes and persistent black screens. Users report that the game is too buggy to play, often requiring restarts after crashes every few minutes. Overall, the stability of the game is described as poor, leading to a frustrating experience.
- “Literally does not work; sound glitches out, the game froze on the first cutscene, and right after the main story, it glitches to just a black screen.”
- “The game is too buggy to play; every 10 minutes or so, the app crashes, and you have to start over from the last level you played.”
- “The game is very buggy and crashes a lot.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight that the humor in the game is effectively integrated with its background, music, story, and screenplay, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience. The comedic elements, particularly the voice of the humorous character, are noted as standout features that enhance the game's appeal.
- “The background, the music, the story, the screenplay, and the voice acting all come together with a humorous touch that makes this game truly great.”
- “The humor in this game is cleverly woven into the dialogue and scenarios, making every moment enjoyable.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty jokes and funny character interactions throughout the game.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the monetization model of the game, highlighting the absence of ads and the ability to play offline, which enhances their overall enjoyment of the experience.
- “No ads, playable offline... definitely enjoyed my time with this experience.”
- “Such an incredible game and no ads.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The combination of artwork and music effectively establishes a captivating atmosphere, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “The drawings and music create a great atmosphere.”

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Valiant Hearts: Coming Home is a puzzle game with warfare and historical themes.

Valiant Hearts: Coming Home is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, iPhone, Windows and others.

Valiant Hearts: Coming Home was released on May 24, 2024.

Valiant Hearts: Coming Home was developed by Ubisoft Montpellier.

Valiant Hearts: Coming Home has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

Valiant Hearts: Coming Home is a single player game.

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