Journey (2020)

Developer: thatgamecompany
Publisher: Annapurna Interactive
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 38,040 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A serene, wordless pilgrimage through a vast desert landscape, accompanied by a hauntingly beautiful score and fleeting companionship.

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What players say

Players praise the visual and musical design and the emotional impact of meeting anonymous companions, but split on the lack of traditional gameplay. Those who encounter no other player describe it as a dull two-hour button-mash, while those who do find a moving, spiritual experience. Some note it feels similar to Sky but without microtransactions.

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