Summary
- Release Year: 2018
- Genres: Adventure, Indie, Platform, Puzzle, Simulator
- Platforms: Android, iOS, Mac, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One
- Developers: Okomotive
- Publishers: Assemble Entertainment, H2 Interactive Co., Ltd., Mixtvision
FAR: Lone Sails – A Journey Through a Desolate Sea
Introduction
FAR: Lone Sails is a vehicle adventure game developed by Okomotive and published by Mixtvision. It was released in 2018 for Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game follows the journey of a lone traveler in a unique vessel traversing a dried-out sea, with the remains of a decaying civilization scattered out on the seabed.
Gameplay
The player controls the traveler and their vessel, which is a large, wheeled vehicle powered by a sail. The player must maintain and upgrade the vessel to keep it running, and overcome numerous obstacles and hazardous weather conditions. The game features a variety of puzzles that must be solved in order to progress, as well as boss battles against large, mechanical creatures.
Setting
FAR: Lone Sails is set in a post-apocalyptic world where the sea has dried up, leaving behind a vast and desolate landscape. The player travels through this landscape, encountering the ruins of a once-great civilization. The game’s world is full of beautiful and haunting imagery, with a strong sense of atmosphere and loneliness.
Characters
The player character is a lone traveler, whose backstory is left up to the player’s interpretation. The traveler is accompanied by a small robot companion, who helps them to maintain the vessel and overcome obstacles.
Themes
FAR: Lone Sails explores themes of loneliness, isolation, and the search for meaning in a harsh and unforgiving world. The game also touches on themes of environmentalism and the impact of human activity on the planet.
Critical Reception
FAR: Lone Sails received critical acclaim upon release, with many reviewers praising the game’s beautiful visuals, atmospheric soundtrack, and unique gameplay. The game was nominated for several awards, including the BAFTA Games Award for Best British Game.
Analysis
FAR: Lone Sails is a masterfully crafted game that offers a unique and unforgettable experience. The game’s visuals are stunning, with a painterly art style that brings the desolate world to life. The soundtrack is also excellent, with a mix of ambient and electronic music that perfectly captures the game’s atmosphere.
The gameplay is both challenging and rewarding, with a variety of puzzles and obstacles that must be overcome. The game’s boss battles are also well-designed, and provide a satisfying challenge.
One of the things that makes FAR: Lone Sails so special is its sense of atmosphere and loneliness. The player is truly made to feel like they are alone in a vast and unforgiving world. The game’s story is also open to interpretation, which allows the player to create their own meaning from the experience.
Conclusion
FAR: Lone Sails is a must-play for fans of adventure games, post-apocalyptic stories, and beautiful visuals. The game is a unique and unforgettable experience that will stay with you long after you finish playing.
Additional Information
- Developer: Okomotive
- Publisher: Mixtvision
- Release Date: May 15, 2018
- Platforms: Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
- Genre: Vehicle Adventure
- ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and up)
Review Score
8.5/10
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