Sights & Sounds
- The graphics weren't mind-blowing or anything, but the game looked quite good on the Steam Deck
- Lots of great stylistic decisions. Even the movie posters in the game looked good. I loved all the little details that made the Finch home feel lived-in
- The music was appropriate but forgettable
- The voice acting was very well done
Story & Vibes
- As you might expect from a walking simulator, the story is the focus. In that respect, it certainly doesn't disappoint
- In broad strokes, the game involves searching the Finch's family home, slowly learning the stories of your ancestors and their curious fates
- Despite some creepy stories, it never really feels like a horror game
Playability & Replayability
- The game is just a little more interesting than your typical walking simulator, often relying on you to use mouse/trackpad/stick movements in order to open doors, drawers, books, etc.
- Some of the family stories involve pretty interesting mechanics. The ones for Molly, Barbara, and Lewis stand out in particular
- There's not much reason for a replay unless you missed some achievements on your first playthrough. Fortunately, after you finish the game for the first time, you unlock a chapter select
Overall Impressions & Performance
- Ran perfectly on the Steam Deck. Looked great too
- The way the narrative and gameplay interact is really cool. This is a must-play game for adventure fans
Final Verdict
- 9/10. The story is so good, and the gameplay is surprisingly good for a walking simulator. Keep in mind that it's a 2-3 hour game when setting your price point, but it's definitely worth picking up
- The graphics weren't mind-blowing or anything, but the game looked quite good on the Steam Deck
- Lots of great stylistic decisions. Even the movie posters in the game looked good. I loved all the little details that made the Finch home feel lived-in
- The music was appropriate but forgettable
- The voice acting was very well done
Story & Vibes
- As you might expect from a walking simulator, the story is the focus. In that respect, it certainly doesn't disappoint
- In broad strokes, the game involves searching the Finch's family home, slowly learning the stories of your ancestors and their curious fates
- Despite some creepy stories, it never really feels like a horror game
Playability & Replayability
- The game is just a little more interesting than your typical walking simulator, often relying on you to use mouse/trackpad/stick movements in order to open doors, drawers, books, etc.
- Some of the family stories involve pretty interesting mechanics. The ones for Molly, Barbara, and Lewis stand out in particular
- There's not much reason for a replay unless you missed some achievements on your first playthrough. Fortunately, after you finish the game for the first time, you unlock a chapter select
Overall Impressions & Performance
- Ran perfectly on the Steam Deck. Looked great too
- The way the narrative and gameplay interact is really cool. This is a must-play game for adventure fans
Final Verdict
- 9/10. The story is so good, and the gameplay is surprisingly good for a walking simulator. Keep in mind that it's a 2-3 hour game when setting your price point, but it's definitely worth picking up