Widower's Sky
- September 5, 2019
- whaleo
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamFollow a father, son and dog across a strange planet. They will endure a daunting journey of towering buildings and beautiful vistas using the ancient portals they happened upon. Equipped with only his bow, the father must fight against the wildlife and the machines while keeping the son fed and rested. Follow a father, son and dog across a strange planet. In the search for home, they traverse th…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features beautiful graphics and a calming soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- The puzzles are challenging and require players to think critically, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment when solved.
- The developer shows enthusiasm for the game, and there have been noticeable improvements in updates, indicating potential for future enhancements.
- The controls are confusing and poorly explained, making it difficult for players to understand how to progress in the game.
- There is a lack of tutorials or guidance, leaving players feeling lost and frustrated, especially in the early stages.
- The camera and interface issues, such as an invisible mouse cursor and poor resolution options, significantly hinder gameplay.
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered beautiful and innovative, but some users find them initially blurry and poorly executed, leading to confusion and loss of interest due to complicated commands and unclear instructions.
“Beautiful graphics, cool ideas, poor execution.”
“Don't be put off by the blurry graphics at first.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay features a rewind time mechanic that adds an interesting layer, but players find the controls and mechanics poorly explained, making it challenging to engage fully. Additionally, some users struggle with basic tasks, such as setting up a camp, which can detract from the overall experience.
“The rewind time mechanic adds a unique twist to the gameplay.”
“The controls and mechanics could be better explained for a smoother experience.”
“I struggled to set up a camp, which affected my gameplay experience.”
“It's just so hard to break into due to not necessarily wonky, but not clearly explained controls and mechanics.”
“But I couldn't figure out how to set up a camp, which the kid started complaining about after a few minutes of gameplay.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its beauty and calming qualities, contributing to an engaging atmosphere. However, some users feel that while the soundtrack is good, the overall execution of the game leaves much to be desired.
“It's beautiful, well narrated, has a calming soundtrack, and is very challenging.”
“The soundtrack is good; it seems like this could be a very engaging game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as immersive and engaging, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
“The game creates an incredibly immersive atmosphere that draws you in from the very start.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
“The sound design and visuals work together to create a captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
