Firewatch

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  1. fedec
    Jan 13, 2022
    9
    No juego indies generalmente, pero este juego lo voy a recordar siempre. Lo jugué con casi ninguna expectativa, simplemente lo probé por su arte, que es hermoso, pensando que sería algún tipo de juego de supervivencia o gestión en un bosque, nada mas alejado de eso. El núcleo del juego se basa en tu relación con tu compañera superior del trabajo, las conversaciones son excelentes, muy bienNo juego indies generalmente, pero este juego lo voy a recordar siempre. Lo jugué con casi ninguna expectativa, simplemente lo probé por su arte, que es hermoso, pensando que sería algún tipo de juego de supervivencia o gestión en un bosque, nada mas alejado de eso. El núcleo del juego se basa en tu relación con tu compañera superior del trabajo, las conversaciones son excelentes, muy bien escritas, y las potencian las brillantes actuaciones de voz. La banda sonora también es destacable.
    Es un juego que no tiene ninguna mecánica mas que caminar y elegir los diálogos, pero nunca llegas a aburrirte.
    La historia que lleva todo es bastante intrigante, lo único malo es que se pierde ese factor sorpresa una vez terminado.
    Sin embargo es un juego recomendadísimo que no exige tanto al jugador    … Expand
  2. Motoritz
    Feb 5, 2022
    9
    The whole atmosphere is just amazing. Thrilling game just to get soaked into.
  3. LeonardoH86
    Oct 8, 2022
    9
    No es cómo viviste la vida, si no las personas que conoces durante ella. Una historia de el reencuentro contigo mismo en la soledad de un inmenso bosque mientras una voz escucha tu pesar y tu le escuchas a ella. Acompañada de una historia de misterio que termina en algo simple y que fue de lo más débil de este juego. El final es algo que te desilusiona, no por que sea un mal final si noNo es cómo viviste la vida, si no las personas que conoces durante ella. Una historia de el reencuentro contigo mismo en la soledad de un inmenso bosque mientras una voz escucha tu pesar y tu le escuchas a ella. Acompañada de una historia de misterio que termina en algo simple y que fue de lo más débil de este juego. El final es algo que te desilusiona, no por que sea un mal final si no que esperas que pase algo que no termina pasando, pero la moraleja es con la que inicié esta reseña.
    Añadir la duración es corta, aproximadamente 4 o 5 horas, pero, en mi opinión, la duración justa para contar una buena historia y esta es una buena historia.    … Expand
  4. klaaz
    Jan 26, 2023
    9
    A game that falls short in terms of adventure and exploration, but in terms of narrative it makes us rethink the priorities of our lives.
  5. Magical_Viktor
    Apr 30, 2023
    9
    Существуют просто Зло и Большое Зло, а за ними обоими в тени прячется Очень Большое Зло. Очень Большое Зло, Геральт, это такое, которого ты и представить себе не можешь, даже если думаешь, будто уже ничто не в состоянии тебя удивить. И знаешь, Геральт, порой бывает так, что Очень Большое Зло схватит тебя за горло и скажет: «Выбирай, братец, либо я, либо то, которое чуточку поменьше»Существуют просто Зло и Большое Зло, а за ними обоими в тени прячется Очень Большое Зло. Очень Большое Зло, Геральт, это такое, которого ты и представить себе не можешь, даже если думаешь, будто уже ничто не в состоянии тебя удивить. И знаешь, Геральт, порой бывает так, что Очень Большое Зло схватит тебя за горло и скажет: «Выбирай, братец, либо я, либо то, которое чуточку поменьше»
  6. Wohnrath
    Aug 20, 2023
    9
    strengths: story, map, setting/art direction, audio and voice acting
    weak points: too many bugs, unsatisfying ending
    one of the games I loved the most, but not one of the best
    but it will stay in my heart
    probably top 5
    would recommend to anyone
  7. ave
    Dec 26, 2018
    8
    Firewatch is way more than just a "walking simulator". I think there is a thematic thread about what is means to take care of someone else. First your character has trouble with this, then there is your supervisor, and the whole mystery about the missing person...
    The environment is not just a huge national park but also a psychological landscape you traverse, filled with unanswered    Firewatch is way more than just a "walking simulator". I think there is a thematic thread about what is means to take care of someone else. First your character has trouble with this, then there is your supervisor, and the whole mystery about the missing person...
    The environment is not just a huge national park but also a psychological landscape you traverse, filled with unanswered questions, and sometimes paranoia. There is a mystery to unveil indeed, and that's only part of the whole experience.
    It's a game that you can play to take a reflexive vacation from other games. A game that doesn't ask you to master a core mechanic but to explore the difficulties of figuring things out, especially the relationships between people.    … Expand
  8. keanex
    Sep 12, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I went into Firewatch with no expectations other than beautiful scenery and the game being story driven. Cool.

    I started off totally engrossed into the game, the nature of the relationship with Julia, but I found myself curious as to where things would lead to with Delilah. Then the mystery kicks in. I found myself thinking a bit of the TV show LOST at times. After an hour or two the mystery is revealed, and it seems like it was rushed, a bit of a cop-out as well.

    I don't know how to make this game better, but I will say that I enjoyed the first half a lot more than the second half.

    This is a game well worth playing, especially due to it being a short game, but I wouldn't recommend it at the $20 it's for on Steam. I think it's super polished in controls and scenery, but the story is too short and a bit rushed. $10-$15 seems more appropriate.

    Edit: I'm changing my score from 7 to an 8. The further removed I am from this game the more I think about it and remember it fondly.    … Expand
  9. ZaPaAl
    Feb 28, 2016
    8
    A beautiful, very story driven short game, based on emotional conversations and multiple sad backgrounds.
    Probably need's some personal experiences in comparable phases of family life, to be able to completely relate to.
    It does have a bit much strolling around in the scenery, with hardly anything happening, until you reach your next goal. Had some issues with graphics stuttering, but    A beautiful, very story driven short game, based on emotional conversations and multiple sad backgrounds.
    Probably need's some personal experiences in comparable phases of family life, to be able to completely relate to.
    It does have a bit much strolling around in the scenery, with hardly anything happening, until you reach your next goal. Had some issues with graphics stuttering, but didn't have time to be bothered as the story kept me going. Game is a tiny bit expensive, considering how long it is.
    Was a great experience all together.    … Expand
  10. Underpants158
    Feb 15, 2016
    8
    As far as walking simulators go this is walking simulator extreme edition as instead of walking you are hiking and instead of a minimap you have an actual map (you know, those things printed on paper) and a compass. While navigating in this manner is cool after awhile it becomes cumbersome especially since you can't run with your map open. So that is the gameplay. That and dialogueAs far as walking simulators go this is walking simulator extreme edition as instead of walking you are hiking and instead of a minimap you have an actual map (you know, those things printed on paper) and a compass. While navigating in this manner is cool after awhile it becomes cumbersome especially since you can't run with your map open. So that is the gameplay. That and dialogue options. I have no qualms with this just figured I'd point that out. Story wise I think most of it is great. The setup of your character and the complex relationship is wonderfully done. You can play Henry (main character) anyway you please. He has a complicated backstory when it comes to romance so it's up to you how you wanna make Henry approach this new romantic situation. I played him as being on the fence-wanting to bang but not ready to bang. The mystery that takes place has an underwhelming finish that feels bizarrely tame.

    A lot of mixed or negative reviews here seem to be by people who didn't understand what they were getting themselves into. As long as you know what kind of game this is and you are interested in it there is no reason why you shouldn't play it.    … Expand
  11. PaulJazz24
    Nov 1, 2020
    8
    Beautiful colors and landscapes, all drawn down in a minimalist style. Nice story and curated dialogue.
  12. Wkgh
    Feb 11, 2016
    8
    An incredibly well made game, that I suggest every gamer who has just a tiny bit of good taste and sense of quality should try. The story is well told and very intriguing. The only reason the game doesn't get 10 in rating is because it is a one time play through. At least in my opinion. But truly it is an amazing game Panic. Inc has created here :) Highly Recommend it...
  13. TheWaffle
    Feb 19, 2016
    8
    Having completed the game, I'm bumping up my rating. The game does a good job of building tension, confusing you with misdirects, and engrossing you in the world. It is very much a novel in game form. It also does a good job at making you feel a variety of emotions based on what's going on at any given point. A spoiler-free note on the ending, I've seen many criticisms of the plot and itsHaving completed the game, I'm bumping up my rating. The game does a good job of building tension, confusing you with misdirects, and engrossing you in the world. It is very much a novel in game form. It also does a good job at making you feel a variety of emotions based on what's going on at any given point. A spoiler-free note on the ending, I've seen many criticisms of the plot and its conclusion, but almost all of those criticisms ignore every note from the prologue and the characters' development. From the very start, as you craft Henry's backstory and get to know Delilah, Firewatch makes it very clear that there are no clean and easy paths in life. The sort of plot that most people seem to have wanted would have conflicted jarringly with Firewatch's entire philosophy.

    Firewatch is certainly not for everyone, it wasn't necessarily even great for me. But considering how many books that I've started and never finished it's worth pointing out that I finished Firewatch, and did not regret the time put in.    … Expand
  14. FullyAlive24
    Apr 3, 2020
    8
    There's a good chance that this won't be the best game you'll ever play. It probably won't even reach the top ten list, but it is one of the most interesting indie game experiences recently available for PC and console.

    The game revolves around the life of a man who takes up a job that is typically known as deathly boring and uses it to form a story of in-depth relationships and trust.    There's a good chance that this won't be the best game you'll ever play. It probably won't even reach the top ten list, but it is one of the most interesting indie game experiences recently available for PC and console.

    The game revolves around the life of a man who takes up a job that is typically known as deathly boring and uses it to form a story of in-depth relationships and trust. This game is all about Henry and Delilah, and the way that they interact after their own personal lives go up in flames. How their relationship plays out is almost entirely up to you, and it makes the characters feel much different. You can stick to the life you ran away from, or try to seek a better one in the middle of the wild. It's all up to you.    … Expand
  15. Give_em_hell
    Dec 2, 2018
    8
    A nice short game, great voice-acting, nice atmosphere. There are some visual rough edges, they never affect the gameplay.
  16. hhhhojeihsu
    Feb 10, 2016
    8
    -Graphics (8): Well the color is pretty vivid, and i just love the style. You can watch the trailer, screenshots or gameplay if you don't know what I'm talking about. However it lacks of variation.

    -Background Music (7): There are hardly any music through the gameplay, what you heard is the sound of nature or the existence of yourself. -Plot (6): Many folks say that the game has a    -Graphics (8): Well the color is pretty vivid, and i just love the style. You can watch the trailer, screenshots or gameplay if you don't know what I'm talking about. However it lacks of variation.

    -Background Music (7): There are hardly any music through the gameplay, what you heard is the sound of nature or the existence of yourself.

    -Plot (6): Many folks say that the game has a **** ending. THAT DEPENDS ON HOW YOU EXPLAIN THE STORY. Personally thinking, the story is pretty intense except the ending. And it lack of explanation or predictive things we expected. But overall the story itself is fine. Not satisfying but fine. Consider it is an indie.

    -Performance (7): I think my computer's spec is way higher than the recommendation. But the framerate sometimes drop to 40 fps. Considering there's nothing GPU intense scene, I think this is due to poor optimization. But overall it is fine.

    -Control (8): There's no unresponsive control. And the overall control design is fine.

    -Pros:
    //The comm system. It's very creative. And I enjoy the deep dialogue. And it's an important element in the game.
    //The entire firewatch concept is nice. A place without crowd and living with natural.
    //There're many thing trying to express during the gameplay. I think you should try it yourself and you will know what I'm talking about.

    -Cons:
    //There're only one story and the dialogue you choose doesn't effect anything at all. Maybe it's because I played a few visual novel before. Then the dialogue may show nothing to some gamer.
    //To tell the truth, I don't spend much of time exploring. But the devs use the map just for story telling, which is kind of pity.
    //The lack of interactive around the environment and the collection. There are few things you can take, or it's meaningless to take it.

    -Overall: I will suggest you to play this game. It's kind of refreshing and creative.    … Expand
  17. gloriouspotato
    Jan 3, 2017
    8
    With it's striking art style and overall strong presentation, Firewatch was one of my favorite games from 2016, though this is coming from someone who's no stranger to the "walking simulator" genre. Every piece of dialogue between Henry and Delilah was something to look forward to as they conversed about the hardships of life. Through this, Firewatch explores the degradation ofWith it's striking art style and overall strong presentation, Firewatch was one of my favorite games from 2016, though this is coming from someone who's no stranger to the "walking simulator" genre. Every piece of dialogue between Henry and Delilah was something to look forward to as they conversed about the hardships of life. Through this, Firewatch explores the degradation of relationships and the tendency for escapism. This is accompanied by a very fitting ambient soundtrack and an occasional dose of wit and comedy. I thought the resolution to the mystery/thriller aspect was a bit contrived, and perhaps the setting could've felt that more authentic if there was more wildlife and things to see and interact with, but on the whole I found Firewatch to be a fulfilling experience.… Expand
  18. LifeHistory
    Apr 19, 2017
    8
    It could have been even better if it was a little longer and if it had like multiple endings or something like that. But as it is still a great game, had lots of fun. Great voice acting and thrilling combining the art of the world and the graphics makes it special. I hate walking simulators but this is the best one yet. Do not miss and it pick it up at a discount totally worth every minute.
  19. jlcfreitas
    Feb 9, 2016
    8
    If you are tired of something, and you want to play anything different, go Play Firewatch and enjoy a good story, funny/serious characters, enjoy the music and the visuals meanwhile you are searching the woods. I really needed a game like this for a long time, just chill and play
  20. JDM90
    Mar 4, 2016
    8
    Firewatch has a great experience, the story is solid, visually pleasing, a fantastic atmosphere and overall I really enjoyed it. The conclusion to the story and the game all happened very fast and felt a bit rushed which was a bit disappointing.
  21. ThunderRam
    Feb 12, 2016
    8
    Played it - Beat it - I would have given it a 10 if the ending wasnt that "bleh". It was an extremely well done game overall. Story and dialogue were great and it was very intriguing on how you communicated with Delilah. Felt like a movie.

    I was just so disappointed in the ending that it took away from the heart and originality of the game.
  22. outraaageous
    Mar 5, 2016
    8
    As a disclaimer, this kind of game isn't my cup of tea. This is one of those first-person games with no combat, in the middle of an empty semi-sandbox world, and the immediate objective is "Go forth and explore".
    But, the story unfolds organically with your exploration and doesn't leave you wandering the park aimlessly for too long. Those who prefer solitary pursuits will enjoy the    As a disclaimer, this kind of game isn't my cup of tea. This is one of those first-person games with no combat, in the middle of an empty semi-sandbox world, and the immediate objective is "Go forth and explore".
    But, the story unfolds organically with your exploration and doesn't leave you wandering the park aimlessly for too long. Those who prefer solitary pursuits will enjoy the minimalist ambience, and there is just about enough to keep a demanding nit like me entertained. The world is beautifully rendered, the routes wonderfully realised and the voice acting is simply sublime.
    Throughout the game there's a prevailing feeling of something unseen up to no good which will have you forever looking over your shoulder. Unfortunately after such an eerie and well-crafted buildup of suspense, the ending was somewhat of a busted flush and also failed to tie up all of the loose ends.
    The game is also extremely short, but I felt that the concept would be tired had more been squeezed from it.
    At times it feels that indie games of this type are overly ponderous, and made ambiguous in an attempt to seem thought-provoking. Firewatch is refreshingly grounded in this respect. Perfect to get in the sales and to play through on a Saturday afternoon.    … Expand
  23. Jarbear28
    Mar 29, 2016
    8
    Firewatch is visually stunning and very intriguing. The gameplay is simple yet satisfying and the story kept me on the edge of my seat. Its a solid game from star to finish and would recommend to anyone.
  24. GameBoy57
    Feb 18, 2016
    8
    Firewatch created an unique experience where you constantly feel the vulnerability of being alone and not at the top of the food chain in an unfamiliar area. The interactive dialogs are just awesome and the story is great.The lenght of the game is just about right.
  25. Nyarulathotep
    Mar 12, 2016
    8
    Firewatch is a game that got me good. It was very late at night when I started to play it and I finished the game by morning. I just couldnt stop playing till I got to the end of it.
    Sadly, the game is extremely short for its own good. Most people finish it in around 2:30 hours.
    In my case I had way too much fun exploring the area and interacting with objects, so I ended up putting way    Firewatch is a game that got me good. It was very late at night when I started to play it and I finished the game by morning. I just couldnt stop playing till I got to the end of it.
    Sadly, the game is extremely short for its own good. Most people finish it in around 2:30 hours.
    In my case I had way too much fun exploring the area and interacting with objects, so I ended up putting way more time into it.

    You play as Henry, a married man who's wife had a mental disease and he couldn't do anything to help, so her parents decided to take care of her as they didnt trust Henry for that.
    Henry then took on a job as firewatch, mainly to try and run away from those problems.
    In his first day at the job, Henry is called by Delilah, his new "boss", through radio. The game then starts, and Delilah sends you on missions around the area. And thats basically what you do through the game.
    It doesnt sound like much at first, but the exploration part is really enjoyable. It actually made me wanna get a job as a firewatch just so I could get out of the big city and explore the wilderness. And maybe, just maybe, I would get a fun boss like Delilah to order me around.

    OH GOD, DELILAH! HOW I LOVE YOU SO!!
    Delilah is the main reason I enjoyed this game so much. She keeps you company while you explore the forest.
    She is a woman with a fun personality, so its hard to get bored when she is talking.
    The voice actors did an amazing job. Delilah and Henry conversations really feels natural.
    I wish the game was longer so I could listen to more of their dialogues!

    But alas, thats pretty much all the game has going for it. So you will either love it or hate it.
    There is a plot, but in my opinion it was one of the worse cases of "wasted potential" I seen in a game.
    Wont talk much about it so I dont spoil anything. Just dont think much about it and enjoy the ride.
    The game is short but very comfy, so buy it and play during the weekend. It will be worth it.    … Expand
  26. Gamercritic777
    Aug 14, 2016
    8
    Very interesting and innovative game. I got drawn into the game pretty quick and kept wandering until the end. Short game as can be done in few hours, but well worth it. Like watching a movie, but somehow directing it too.
  27. Wendrop
    Feb 10, 2016
    8
    Going into Firewatch, I had no idea what to expect. I had only seen a short gameplay video a few months back. This isn't so much a game as it is an experience. Some may call it a "walking simulator" and they may be right, but I think there is a bit more to it than that. You actually feel that you are playing the role of Hank (He doesn't like that name) through the choices that you make.Going into Firewatch, I had no idea what to expect. I had only seen a short gameplay video a few months back. This isn't so much a game as it is an experience. Some may call it a "walking simulator" and they may be right, but I think there is a bit more to it than that. You actually feel that you are playing the role of Hank (He doesn't like that name) through the choices that you make. Tho voice acting is absolutely amazing and the art style reminds me of a Disney film (Kinda like UP) aesthetically. The only knock on the game is the pseudo-open world. There were times where I could not cross a rock because of an invisible wall, but luckily this wasn't very annoying. I managed to finish it in just under 4 hours or so, but I have the feeling that there is ALOT that I did not manage to see in my first playthrough, such as how the relationship with Delilah would have turned out had I perhaps been more harsh on her.

    Is Firewatch worth the £15 price tag? If you are someone who judges the price of a game on it's gametime, then maybe not. But if you value the experience of a game and how it makes you feel more than game time, then £15 is a near steal for the sheer emotional rollercoaster that it will manage to take you on in just 4 hours.

    Note:This is the first review I have ever given for a game, so forgive me if I done a shoddy job of it.    … Expand
  28. ciopenhauer
    Feb 14, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excellent game for the non-gamers and gamers alike. It requires a certain maturity and attention span to play. Most cellphone-addicted teenagers wouldn't find this very interesting. It's a very short game, which is its best strength: it's great for casual gamers who want a fun experience without too much time commitment, but also a quick change of pace for most hardcore gamers out there. But if you're someone who wants a lot of content out of his game, you should probably skip this. This is all about the ambiance and the mystery.

    As someone who hasn't played a great many story-driven single player games, I found myself interested in this one. I didn't feel overwhelmed with things to do, because it's driven by a single "quest" every day, and you have a friendly voice guiding you. The mystery is effective. The ending is slightly disappointing, and you'd have hoped of at least finding a picture of Delilah in her tower or something. When I saw that she wasn't there, I started thinking it had all been a lie, until I found her drawing. So the mystery does keep going until the very end.

    The biggest flaw with this game is how you can't go past certain objects and terrain elevation that looks like you easily could. It takes away from the immersion tremendously. The small list of actions gets repetitive as well. I would have liked to see a little bit of extra content/hidden areas that aren't related to the main story, and having the opportunity to explore the area that you can see a little more would have made this an absolutely amazing game.

    Despite its flaws, it's a gorgeous game with great voice acting and an effective, realistic mystery. Recommended.    … Expand
  29. ResaRestart
    Feb 16, 2016
    8
    for 20$ you get an experience, "it is not what it seems" is both the story and trailer, you want to explore off the trail of the plot to get the most out of the game.
  30. Fadeley
    Feb 10, 2016
    8
    The game plays a bit differently from what I expected going in. But the story kept my full attention, and the experience leaves me pining for more. I don't necessarily think that's a bad thing, and I truly hope to see more from Campo Santo in the future, but perhaps next time they could make their game a bit longer.
  31. scottmland
    Feb 13, 2016
    8
    Having just played Gone Home (another interactive storytelling experience) just yesterday, I immediately preordered this game, and pre-loaded it. I may or may not have also called out of work to play it on release...
    No, I was actually sick, and didn't have much better to do.
    And, may I say, it was most certainly worth it. Now, despite being of the same genre, unimaginatively titled    Having just played Gone Home (another interactive storytelling experience) just yesterday, I immediately preordered this game, and pre-loaded it. I may or may not have also called out of work to play it on release...
    No, I was actually sick, and didn't have much better to do.

    And, may I say, it was most certainly worth it.

    Now, despite being of the same genre, unimaginatively titled "walking simulator" by some (which i think is biased and has a negative connotation out of the starting gate) and having the same musical composer, this title and Gone Home are succinctly different.

    By the way, that composer, Chris Remo, really knows how to create atmosphere with a limited but soulful instrumental palette.

    Anyways, Firewatch is beautifully rendered and colored, and does a bang-up job capturing the midwest with an art style that isn't too samey, even as you walk through trees, trees, and more trees. Its environments are built well and I found that it was fairly easy to navigate if you've read a map before, (I turned off the player indicator for ♥♥♥♥♥ and giggles/to test my navigation skills) though I am not a fan of only contextual jumping. Let me jump on things that look jump-onable, ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥it.
    That being said there is a reasonable amount of environmental obstacles that you need to traverse, and they are perfectly reasonable and flow well with navigation.

    Now, if you read my review of Gone Home, you will know what matters most to me in this interactive story experience is just that: the story.
    I found myself easily falling into the protagonist Henry's shoes as he is a bit like me, though considerably older, (and in terms of hobbies I'd probably be more like Brian Goodwin). I found his story at the beginning heartbreaking, but enough to bring you up to speed, and the dialog/story options were and interesting feature, though I have a feeling all roads lead to Rome, so to speak.
    I really felt the connection between Delilah and Henry as well, very well acted and the amount of dialog choices was plentiful enough to feel like you are actually influencing the conversation. In fact, early on I made a comment that made Delilah annoyed and leave her radio for a second, and I felt genuinely bad for having reacted the way I did.

    I felt the story arced well at the beginning, but once it hit the turning point, where things got weirder, it lost its stride. Soon weeks and months were passing, and everything was a rush, and I needed to run all over the map to chase a mystery I didn't really feel was pulling together all that well. It was a lot like putting together a puzzle with no idea what the outcome will be, and being spoonfed pieces that don't fit together, and in the end it came together into something you wholeheartedly didn't expect and didn't really feel satisfied with.

    The big reveal, the climax, wasn't really much of one. It left me depressed mostly because the ending to Henry and Delilah's relationship plotline ended in a somewhat lazy way. The mystery started out like it was Scully and Mulder exploring an enigma in a remote location in one of the better early episodes of The X-Files, but ended like one of the crappy episodes without Mulder in the 8th season, where the two cynics leave things completely unfinished.

    Now, despite my complaints, I do think if you loved Gone Home, or enjoy interactive storytelling games (or *spits* walking simulators) you should play this game. It is more of a game than Gone Home, as I didn't find myself bored, or running through locations just to unlock the next story bit. Its also a lot more engaging to play with the conversation with a living voice, which you choose your words for. But, unfortunately, I don't think it is worth the price. I would disagree with the price of Gone Home as well, but I got it in a humble bundle, and this is coming longer after I finished that game than my review of it. Hindsight is 20/20 and all that. So, buy it on sale and play it. Love the characters and the location and even the gameplay.

    But don't expect a great ending.    … Expand
  32. OFVTigier
    Feb 16, 2016
    8
    In short: An interesting setting in a good implementation.

    Rarely that I "got bitten by the bug" of a game - even if it is ending after 6 hours. A background story with a lot of depth and a story which might as well have been in a good book. The entry only prepares mentally prior to the game, but is well done in my opinion - already written above, a good book could hardly have    In short: An interesting setting in a good implementation.

    Rarely that I "got bitten by the bug" of a game - even if it is ending after 6 hours.
    A background story with a lot of depth and a story which might as well have been in a good book.

    The entry only prepares mentally prior to the game, but is well done in my opinion - already written above, a good book could hardly have started better.

    The game itself would have still potential in terms of "side quests" because things unfortunately "hunted" only through the main quest, which is a shame, because the world itself is very beautiful and harmonious.

    I'm impressed by the fabulous speakers! They bring at any time over the mood without fumble. The many possibilities of conversation (dialogue tree) leaves little to be desired, because if a conversation is reached, not dull the next play, but reference to the already conducted talks - stunning performance at the storyboard!

    Technically the game is okay - animations operate smoothly and broadly only minor blunders. Unfortunately, some times my graphics drivers crashed, what first is an indication to me that here trifles with graphic engine are not quite round.

    The price (€ 19.99) is justified only because of the good speakers - hopefully they have been well rewarded for it.

    Conclusion: I had more a game with Fire Watcher quests and sidequests hoped, but received a outstanding coherent Mystery Adventure.

    Rating: 4/5 or 82/100    … Expand
  33. TioVel
    Feb 18, 2016
    8
    The game is beautiful the sounds are fantastic, you really get the feeling you are in the forest.
    The games story as sad as it is really got to me I really could imagine myself as the main character and the voice acting made it even better + I found myself a pet tortoise!
    Yes, you can explore the game world but as you follow the story you get to visit every place anyway. Now some    The game is beautiful the sounds are fantastic, you really get the feeling you are in the forest.
    The games story as sad as it is really got to me I really could imagine myself as the main character and the voice acting made it even better + I found myself a pet tortoise!

    Yes, you can explore the game world but as you follow the story you get to visit every place anyway.

    Now some negative things. The story is really short, a few hours max, the ending left me wondering "is that it?" and besides following the story there is almost nothing to do. And 20€ on Steam really is way way too much for this game considering there really isn't any replay value in it...    … Expand
  34. Juanit
    Feb 28, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think the reason so many people are upset with this game is because of how they are used to all these Grandiose endings which in this games case would have meant a revelation of some big conspiracy or something along those lines. However anybody who actually felt the game as they played it and didn't just spend their time thinking forward to the possible explanations of the many questions the game created who have realised that this game is way to Human to end in any kind of Epic manner. This is a game about escapism and its futility. The game serving as both his physical Haven and a metaphor for his psychological one. The which started small then grew into an roaring beast was his Demons and problems back home which he could only every distract himself from but could never get rid of. always lingering in the back of his mind increasing in presence until it was once again brought to the forefront of his thoughts. This goes for all the characters in this game who are all on some escapist type situation as well. As for people complaining that Henry never got to meet Delilah, I honestly think it was better off this way. Imagine how horribly typical it would have been for Henry to meet Delilah, fall in love, and go off with her. The games purpose was too show the futility of escapism and how Delilah was only ever an escape for Henry and how the real woman in his life was Julia his wife back home. A happy ending between the two would have been i completed conflict with what the game was meant to represent. As for him never seeing her in general, I quiet liked that because it leaves Delilah seeming like some sort of perpetual mystery which only made her more interesting.… Expand
  35. ThecriticGoD
    Mar 15, 2016
    8
    After the unnecessary beginning where you go through all kinds of details about the Julia and Henry relationship I have to admit the game gets really interesting. You are on your own on that empty forest with only Delilah to talk with on the radio, I definetely enjoyed their conversations a lot. And then the intriguing story comes in. All of a sudden you go from being in a forest withAfter the unnecessary beginning where you go through all kinds of details about the Julia and Henry relationship I have to admit the game gets really interesting. You are on your own on that empty forest with only Delilah to talk with on the radio, I definetely enjoyed their conversations a lot. And then the intriguing story comes in. All of a sudden you go from being in a forest with nothing to do to not knowing who the hell is out there spying you and delilah, the game gets so intriguing and exciting and then... Then the game finishes... and with a terrible ending that makes you feel you've been losing your time.

    What looked like it could be a huge interesting plot ends with an extremely disappointing lazy outcome, and then you realise you paid 20 bucks for a game you've only been playing for ~3 hours (the game is no longer than that), doing nothing (it's one of those annoying walking simulators) and with a storyline that you will forget after a couple of months due to its bad ending.    … Expand
  36. Tagirix
    Jul 5, 2016
    8
    Firewatch is a short game, but very interesting one. It has got an awesome graphics, gameplay (which is so-so... just walking), strange story. Albeit the cost is very high, I definitely recommend this title for picking up! But my advice is to wait for sale.
  37. MajorCraic
    Jul 2, 2016
    8
    The story for Firewatch is well told and keeps you, the player, guessing as to what is possibly happening right to the end. Although any choices made in the game will not have any consequences on the outcome of the story, I think this game is best thought of as a visual novel, letting the story develop in your head as the main character reveals more and more about himself or discovers moreThe story for Firewatch is well told and keeps you, the player, guessing as to what is possibly happening right to the end. Although any choices made in the game will not have any consequences on the outcome of the story, I think this game is best thought of as a visual novel, letting the story develop in your head as the main character reveals more and more about himself or discovers more information about his current setting until finally the whole picture is revealed.

    The visuals are beautiful and overall I really enjoyed the game and just wished it played for a little longer.    … Expand
  38. BobbyJohnson
    Aug 17, 2016
    8
    What an amazing adventure it was - it sucked me right in. The ending was a disappointment though. I expected something else. But it was all right most of the time. And the game isn't too long - I like that since I don't have much time for video games these days.
  39. Neng-
    Dec 17, 2016
    8
    Firewatch is a very enjoyable game that heavily relies on it's main characters, their conversations and voice acting is one of the best i've seen in a videogame and that makes it special. The enviroment is well crafted and looks great.
    Plot wise, it is nothing really special, but as i said earlier, the protagonists make it so believable that you get instantly engaged with the story.
    I    Firewatch is a very enjoyable game that heavily relies on it's main characters, their conversations and voice acting is one of the best i've seen in a videogame and that makes it special. The enviroment is well crafted and looks great.
    Plot wise, it is nothing really special, but as i said earlier, the protagonists make it so believable that you get instantly engaged with the story.
    I really recommend to check this out    … Expand
  40. Krzych
    Feb 27, 2019
    8
    Firewatch certainly stands out among other games of this type. Thanks to great voice acting and interactive dialogues it manages to be more engaging, which combined with interesting story and great artstyle makes a very good and unique game. And what's maybe most interesting, this artstyle didn't prevent the game from resembling the feel of wilderness and creating believable environment,Firewatch certainly stands out among other games of this type. Thanks to great voice acting and interactive dialogues it manages to be more engaging, which combined with interesting story and great artstyle makes a very good and unique game. And what's maybe most interesting, this artstyle didn't prevent the game from resembling the feel of wilderness and creating believable environment, at times it is so believable that I could almost feel the smell of cold foggy morning when dispatching from the tower. Even though the game didn't make as much impression the second time as it did with the first, it is still a great game, especially the first time.… Expand
  41. MAFIAxMaverick
    Jun 22, 2017
    8
    Definitely an unexpected treat. Glad I finally got around to playing Firewatch after picking it up a year or so back. It's definitely a different kind of game. Beautiful art directions and graphics. Short, but with a pretty good story. Really enjoyed the dialogue between characters and the options you were given in regards to conversation paths.
  42. joenorth
    Jun 24, 2017
    8
    The game definitely is a walking simulator, but if you can get past that it's an incredible game. The art is amazing and found myself going back when they made an exploration mode to look at the details of the world. The story is very good, and your decisions seem like they matter (even though they don't really). The characters are very fun and the chemistry between Henry and Delilah isThe game definitely is a walking simulator, but if you can get past that it's an incredible game. The art is amazing and found myself going back when they made an exploration mode to look at the details of the world. The story is very good, and your decisions seem like they matter (even though they don't really). The characters are very fun and the chemistry between Henry and Delilah is very good. It's fun to just sit back and appreciate a game for what it is. Once you start sinking your teeth into this game you won't want to stop playing.… Expand
  43. fireyose
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    A delightful life experience through the wilderness.. Firewatch is a slow paced story teller that does what it aims for right. The overall impact of the story did not aw me, but the building pieces to get there did. that is saying a lot. This is an experience far more than a game play centered game that only some will like. Enjoyed the map navigation system you are given. IntuitiveA delightful life experience through the wilderness.. Firewatch is a slow paced story teller that does what it aims for right. The overall impact of the story did not aw me, but the building pieces to get there did. that is saying a lot. This is an experience far more than a game play centered game that only some will like. Enjoyed the map navigation system you are given. Intuitive interaction with the environment. The places I went really did stick with me through my conversations with 'D'. Symbolic nature and how Frank copes with his woes is really the main squeeze if this title. There is a real relationship between the characters which only adds to the immersion. Enjoyed my ventures with Firewatch. Recommend to anyone looking for a good story and a unique experience.… Expand
  44. Knightsabez
    Aug 29, 2017
    8
    A very entertaining and different game. Very good writing, good soundtrack, good game overall!
    The core of the game is dialog, good dialog. Some may say it had a bad ending, but it made sense to me. Took me 4 hours :)
  45. RagingPoet
    Nov 3, 2017
    8
    Pros: great visuals, interesting main characters, fluid and engaging dialog system.
    Cons: 0 gameplay, unsatisfying ending and overall lack of closure in main story and every subplot.
  46. El_Manco
    May 20, 2018
    8
    Un juego maravilloso narrativamente hablando. Tenía dudas sobre el, pero nada más romperse el hielo de las conversaciones por radio, entre sel protagonista y su compañera, era fácil imaginar que me iba a encantar.
  47. SilverOrlov
    Jan 8, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game was divided into two parts for me.
    ...
    The good part: Great and very emotionally deep storytelling. Even with very simple graphics, you are imbued with a hero. Even with a very primitive gameplay, you love every walk in this park. A very interesting thing with a drawing that Delilah did about you.
    ...
    The bad part: I really disliked the invisible walls, when you can jump over this log, but you can't do the same with that one. Exactly the same!
    Yes, yes, the entire "gaming World" was divided into those who liked the ending and those who did not... I'm in the middle :)
    I completely understood the plot of this game, and I understand those who say that it is good. Like "The game played with us, as we did with it. All this is a wild surprise from the opposite direction. That what we find at the end is just as cool and emotionally heavy". Yes it is... but it does not change the fact that we do not know a thing about what kind of camp it was behind the fence with all those computers. Why did Delilah not know about it for so many years, although she can see perfectly far from her tower? What was this conversation that we overheard(in case you forgot, it was AFTER the wire was cut)? Why did she almost seduce us the whole game, and in the end everything was cut off - "go to my wife", "I won't wait, I'm leaving now"? Plus, she constantly lied on little things and cheated, judging by the note from the box, which did not add credibility to her leaving in the end.
    ...
    I consider myself to be in the middle because I liked the game, I liked the ending, but it also disappointed me. Not because I was waiting for some Hollywood action or like that, but it looked like as if they decided to change the story or end it, leaving something else behind that was given in the middle of the game.    … Expand
  48. DeathKillerNOR
    Jan 6, 2021
    8
    {GamePlay: World/Level Design, Driving, Combat}
    ☐ 10/10 - Fantastic.
    ☑ 8/10 - Very Good. ☐ 6/10 - Average. ☐ 4/10 - Bad. ☐ 2/10 - Terrible. [The world design throughout the game is fantastic.] {Narrative: Dialogue ,Cutscene ,Voice Acting} ☑ 10/10 - Fantastic. ☐ 8/10 - Very Good. ☐ 6/10 - Average. ☐ 4/10 - Bad. ☐ 2/10 - Terrible. [The Dialogue is perfect. The Voice Acting is    {GamePlay: World/Level Design, Driving, Combat}
    ☐ 10/10 - Fantastic.
    ☑ 8/10 - Very Good.
    ☐ 6/10 - Average.
    ☐ 4/10 - Bad.
    ☐ 2/10 - Terrible.
    [The world design throughout the game is fantastic.]

    {Narrative: Dialogue ,Cutscene ,Voice Acting}
    ☑ 10/10 - Fantastic.
    ☐ 8/10 - Very Good.
    ☐ 6/10 - Average.
    ☐ 4/10 - Bad.
    ☐ 2/10 - Terrible.
    [The Dialogue is perfect.
    The Voice Acting is perfect as well.]

    {Visuals: Graphics, Animations ,Motion Capture}
    ☐ 10/10 - Fantastic.
    ☑ 8/10 - Very Good.
    ☐ 6/10 - Average.
    ☐ 4/10 - Bad.
    ☐ 2/10 - Terrible.
    [The Graphics is kinda cartoon-ish and it works with this game.]

    {Technical: Bugs, Performance/Optimization}
    ☑ 10/10 - Fantastic.
    ☐ 8/10 - Very Good.
    ☐ 6/10 - Average.
    ☐ 4/10 - Bad.
    ☐ 2/10 - Terrible.
    [Didn't encounter bugs during my PlayThrough.
    No performance issues during my PlayThrough]

    {Story: Plot/Ending}
    ☐ 10/10 - Fantastic.
    ☑ 8/10 - Very Good.
    ☐ 6/10 - Average.
    ☐ 4/10 - Bad.
    ☐ 2/10 - Terrible.
    [The Story is engaging and very well written.
    The ending was interesting, but predictable during the end of the PlayThrough]

    {Replayability: Replayability ,Game Length}
    ☐ 10/10 - Fantastic.
    ☐ 8/10 - Very Good.
    ☑ 6/10 - Average.
    ☐ 4/10 - Bad.
    ☐ 2/10 - Terrible.
    [I can't see anyone playing this game more than twice, as this game got a set story plot.]
    {Pros & Cons: Pro(+2) and Cons(+1)} ☐ 10/10 - Fantastic. ☑ 8/10 - Very Good. ☐ 6/10 - Average. ☐ 4/10 - Bad. ☐ 2/10 - Terrible. [Pros: +Engaging Story. +Fantastic Visuals. +Fantastic World Design. +Fantastic Voice Acting. Cons: -Average Replayability. "8/10 – Very Good. These games leave me with something outstanding to remember them by, ideas for single-player or multiplayer, clever characters and writing, noteworthy graphics and sound, or some combination thereof. If we have complaints, there are more than enough excellent qualities to cancel them out. I recommend getting this game." ~DeathKillerNOR~ ⚠️ IN MY OPINION ⚠️    … Expand
  49. beccathestrigga
    Apr 9, 2019
    8
    I'm a big fan of great stories in video games. And I got a great story here. Sure, some of players may be disappointed with an ending, but I really like it. Beautiful graphic and astonishing voice acting, all of that with well writing gave me a great experience I'll never forget. I'm already waiting for "In the Valley of Gods" from this developer :)
  50. clem666
    May 22, 2023
    8
    The game starts with choices to be made that shine by their uselessness. Once you are dropped in the forest, things begin to be interesting. 'Firewatch' is beautiful, has a terrific atmosphere that can change as fast as the wind.
    The characters are very attractive and manage to engage in an intense relationship without even seeing each other. Delilah (pull me out of here!) easily takes a    The game starts with choices to be made that shine by their uselessness. Once you are dropped in the forest, things begin to be interesting. 'Firewatch' is beautiful, has a terrific atmosphere that can change as fast as the wind.
    The characters are very attractive and manage to engage in an intense relationship without even seeing each other. Delilah (pull me out of here!) easily takes a special place in our hearts.
    The soundtrack is amazing. Special thanks to this free-roam mode at the end of the game, which allows you to play with the music you love the most (I have to go with the 'Prologue' one).
    The map is large enough to offer many different scenes and environments without being huge or boring to navigate.
    We can complain about the ending, but it feels like it was premeditated. because there are way more clues than we actually think there is. It is like the more you get into it, the more you invest yourself in the mind-blowing plot.    … Expand
  51. mbate25
    Jun 28, 2020
    8
    Firewatch is a great experience. It's not concerned with length and conveys a tight story. The stylised graphics are good, the problems and relationships are relatable, and the mystery isn't grand but relates it through the characters in such a way that conveys devastation.
  52. ALMAZ_and_GOLD
    Feb 3, 2020
    8
    Great atmospheric game with cool dialogue mechanics and soundtrack.........
  53. Alexb1096
    Jul 24, 2020
    8
    ITALIAN:
    Gioco interessante ma che poteva essere gestito meglio.
    In ogni caso lo consiglio perchè è avvincente e piuttosto breve, quindi poco impegnativo. Ora analizzerò il gioco per punti. Audio e grafica: Lo stile grafico è molto personale, con modelli 3D low-poly ma curati, belle luci e soprattutto ottima scelta dei colori. Il gioco è ambientato in una foresta e bisogna    ITALIAN:
    Gioco interessante ma che poteva essere gestito meglio.
    In ogni caso lo consiglio perchè è avvincente e piuttosto breve, quindi poco impegnativo.
    Ora analizzerò il gioco per punti.

    Audio e grafica:
    Lo stile grafico è molto personale, con modelli 3D low-poly ma curati, belle luci e soprattutto ottima scelta dei colori. Il gioco è ambientato in una foresta e bisogna proteggerla dagli incendi, la scelta di solo colori caldi è azzeccata.
    Le tracce della colonna sonora. molto belle e adatte al gioco, sono poche e vengono riprodotte solo nei momenti in cui bisogna percorrere lunghe tratte senza parlare. Avrei preferito sentirle più spesso ma anche così vanno molto bene.
    Infine veramente di spessore sono i dialoghi al walkie-talkie tra il protagonista e l'altra guardia.

    Storia (no spoiler):
    Classico problema di questo tipo di giochi, per fortuna mi sono voluto fidare.
    Il gioco parte veramente lento, senza nulla che possa attirare l'attenzione fin da subito. Non bisogna aspettare molto perchè avvenga un colpo di scena, però comunque non l'ho trovato abbastanza forte da non farmi pensare di mollare il gioco.
    Quando la storia entra nel vivo, però, tutto si fa più interessante e allora si inizia a giocare molto più volentieri (anche perchè le giornate di lavoro nel gioco vengono saltate, all'inizio pensavo di doverle fare tutte di fila).
    Il finale è davvero forte ed empatico, sia come trama che come ambientazione.

    Gameplay:
    Il gioco è in prima persona e stranamente sono visibili le gambe e le braccia del proprio personaggio. I controlli sono quasi perfetti, se non fosse per la corsa che (utilizzando il controller) si attiva premendo L3 e la cosa non mi piace molto. Inoltre la corsa si disattiva automaticamente dopo che si utilizza un oggetto e dopo un po' è fastidioso.
    Per il resto il personaggio si muove comunque un po' lento, ma è tutto in linea con il gioco.
    Bella la possibilità di poter raccogliere e interagire con molti oggetti, ma una volta fatto ciò risulta difficile rimettere le cose a posto finendo spesso per lasciare tutto in disordine o perdere oggetti. Altra cosa migliorabile è che quando si decide di mettere un oggetto nello zaino, a differenza delle note scritte (per le quali c'è una sezione apposita), non è più possibile toglierli o analizzarli. Mi è capitato di mettere per sbaglio un oggetto nello zaino e pentirmene subito dopo.

    In ogni caso il gioco è bello ma forse è apprezzabile meglio una volta che lo si è completato.

    Voto: 8/10    … Expand
  54. trifonas
    Dec 9, 2020
    8
    blah, blah ''the ending sucked'', blah, blah ''omg my decision matters'', blah, blah, ''great voice acting.... for a HIKING SIMULATOR'', blah blah bleh.
    the game is great, you could see that the ending wouldn't be some bombastic thingy from the start, and you could see that the game isn't for you from the first three days, so why continue playing if you dislike it so much? It's unique and    blah, blah ''the ending sucked'', blah, blah ''omg my decision matters'', blah, blah, ''great voice acting.... for a HIKING SIMULATOR'', blah blah bleh.
    the game is great, you could see that the ending wouldn't be some bombastic thingy from the start, and you could see that the game isn't for you from the first three days, so why continue playing if you dislike it so much? It's unique and well paced, not the best game ever but if you're into story driven games and not so much in fast adventurous stuff, then this is for you.    … Expand
  55. XLazer
    Jun 5, 2021
    8
    Overal - 8.5/10

    +graphics
    +voice acting
    +ost
    +peaceful

    i personally liked the ending, even if they built it all up, it seemed more natural, life can be rather disappointing.

    -bugs
    -map system ( kinda )

    enjoyment - 8/10
  56. Alexander_1996
    Oct 12, 2021
    8
    Warmth - that's the word that comes to my mind when I think of Firewatch. You know, this kind of warmth that comes from hands of your grandma which you visit once or twice a year, this warmth that comes from candles on your dinner table on the Christmas night, this warmth that is radiated by the bonfire you and your father made one cold summer night beside a calm river. This "game"...Warmth - that's the word that comes to my mind when I think of Firewatch. You know, this kind of warmth that comes from hands of your grandma which you visit once or twice a year, this warmth that comes from candles on your dinner table on the Christmas night, this warmth that is radiated by the bonfire you and your father made one cold summer night beside a calm river. This "game"... Forgive me but I can't call it "a game". It is not a game - it is an interactive story. So this INTERACTIVE STORY from the very beginning with its visual style, music, setting, even the animation and gameplay makes you feel comfortable, cozy, peaceful. Campo Santo created a beautiful place where you want to come back to after a stressful day and just walk around that dream-like forest...alone. Kind of. You have your colleague: Deliah. This is where the game shines the most - the characters are developed beyond any praise. The dialogues are one of the best in history of videogames. The voice acting is top notch. From the very beginning Deliah feels like a real person and Henry isn't just a character - you become Henry after some time thanks to the great job the creators made in the beginning by introducing Henry's backstory and giving you a chance to play your role in that as well.

    Though it is a story-driven "game" the plot here isn't something phenomenal so don't expect to be blown away by some crazy twist that turns everything upside down. But that what makes it special, in my opinion. In the end of the day you realize that all what happened actually could happen in real life and that makes the whole experience more relatable and believable. I think the goal here was to tell a really grounded story in order to provide the most immersive experience possible even if that experience consists out of just walking and talking to your colleague over radio - I even will go as far as saying that the main focus of the game is on the dialogues and everything else is a backdrop, a driving power for these dialogues and I wouldn't mind to experience the whole story just as an audiobook.

    Conclusion: This game isn't for everyone - this game is for those who are looking for escape from their chaotic and tumultuous lives. In Firewatch you don't fight monsters, you don't seek revenge, you don't try to survive in a post-apocalyptic world, you don't save the world - you "watch fire".    … Expand
  57. ritas666
    Aug 8, 2020
    8
    Great game, I really enjoyed it.

    В этой игре всего два героя, причем один из них - лишь голос в рации. И тем не менее, она настолько атмосферная, что это становится неважно. Присутствует сюжет, это не просто симулятор ходьбы, герои занимаются целым расследованием. Но в центре находятся их отношения - два одиноких, побитых жизнью и уже не молодых человека - мужчина и женщина. Каждый для    Great game, I really enjoyed it.

    В этой игре всего два героя, причем один из них - лишь голос в рации. И тем не менее, она настолько атмосферная, что это становится неважно. Присутствует сюжет, это не просто симулятор ходьбы, герои занимаются целым расследованием. Но в центре находятся их отношения - два одиноких, побитых жизнью и уже не молодых человека - мужчина и женщина. Каждый для другого - спасительная соломинка и надежда на что-то светлое. Но на возможность этих отношений нам только намекнули, дав понять, что все это зыбко, как дым от пожара, который в любом случае будет унесен и рассеян ветром. История почти киношная. Живые диалоги, юмор и приятные голоса не дают заскучать. Геймплей весьма беден, но не сказать, что он совсем отсутствует. Помимо ходьбы, бега и прыжков, наш герой будет изучать предметы, читать записки, документы, осматривать вещи, ориентироваться по карте и компасу, фотографировать, слушать кассеты, взламывать двери и рубить деревья. И все же главное в Firewatch - это атмосфера леса, одиночества и надежда на голос в рации, который должен спасти тебя от прошлых воспоминаний и дать надежду на что-то светлое и хорошее.

    Игра на любителя. Фанаты шутеров и рпг строем проходят мимо. Те, кому нравится интерактивное кино, игры в духе Life is strange, обязательно сыграйте, вам должно понравиться.    … Expand
  58. zzz_DeV1L_zzz
    Jun 7, 2020
    8
    An ordinary game with an unusual plot. All the same, something was not enough. I would like to see at least a small part of the continuation. 8 points.
  59. hoanns
    Jun 6, 2020
    8
    Beautiful nature and graphics. modern recent setting, nice voiceacting / characters. gameplay is lacking, its pretty short and plot is not great. but overall I can recommend it
  60. ahrek
    Jun 22, 2020
    8
    nice game. lots of exploring. the story is fine, but it shines brightest in the visuals and the music.
  61. Fen1ma
    Aug 26, 2020
    8
    Красивая графика вместе с интересными диалогами. Эта игра понравится людям, которые любят исследовать красивый мир. Тут хорошо прописаны персонажи. Приятная атмосфера, которая легко может перейти в хоррор. Глубокий сюжет его интересно обсуждать, но концовка... подвела. Она реалистичная, но это игра а не жизнь.

    Советую отключить интерфейс (пропадёт только "прицел", он только портит    Красивая графика вместе с интересными диалогами. Эта игра понравится людям, которые любят исследовать красивый мир. Тут хорошо прописаны персонажи. Приятная атмосфера, которая легко может перейти в хоррор. Глубокий сюжет его интересно обсуждать, но концовка... подвела. Она реалистичная, но это игра а не жизнь.

    Советую отключить интерфейс (пропадёт только "прицел", он только портит атмосферу). Выключить его можно в меню игры    … Expand
  62. 2I2l1a
    May 1, 2022
    8
    In Firewatch you play as a man named Henry who has retreated from his messy life to work as a fire lookout in the Wyoming wilderness. Perched high atop a mountain, it’s your job to look for smoke and keep the wilderness safe.
  63. NeoRazyMist
    Jan 22, 2022
    8
    The type of games that have recently stopped being released. The game allows you to relax and think about life along with its plot. Nothing more, but she did not declare herself as something more. copes with its task quite well
  64. WaterMellons
    Aug 31, 2020
    8
    One of my favorite artistically alternative games. Makes you nostalgic for something you haven't even experienced. I loved the story and characters, though i did feel like the conspiracy/paranoia part got a little too quirky for me. Great voice acting and soundtrack, which i still listen to from time to time. If quarantine's making you miss hiking and/or real human interaction or if youOne of my favorite artistically alternative games. Makes you nostalgic for something you haven't even experienced. I loved the story and characters, though i did feel like the conspiracy/paranoia part got a little too quirky for me. Great voice acting and soundtrack, which i still listen to from time to time. If quarantine's making you miss hiking and/or real human interaction or if you just wanna clear your head a bit, then this game's for you.… Expand
  65. AhnHundtReviews
    Oct 30, 2020
    8
    Gameplay: 5/10
    Art & aesthetic
    in Story and Graphics: 8/10 Story: 9/10 Emotional Resonance: 7/10 Soundtrack: 9/10 Ending: 8/10 Urge to Play: 9/10 Fun: 6/10 Overall Rating: 76% Firewatch's biggest strength is the dialogue. Its some of the best writing for conversations that I have ever heard in a videogame. The game has many positives, but also many negatives. I think the    Gameplay: 5/10
    Art & aesthetic
    in Story and Graphics: 8/10
    Story: 9/10
    Emotional Resonance: 7/10
    Soundtrack: 9/10
    Ending: 8/10
    Urge to Play: 9/10
    Fun: 6/10

    Overall Rating: 76%

    Firewatch's biggest strength is the dialogue. Its some of the best writing for conversations that I have ever heard in a videogame. The game has many positives, but also many negatives. I think the gameplay could have been a bit more interesting. And the overall story was pretty good. But there could have been more. I think the ending is surprising yet disappointing, but in a way brilliant. And I think, if it were a movie, this ending would work perfectly. But here, I have a few issues with it. But its still a good ending. Thematically, this game approaches issues like grief, acceptance, disappointments and trauma so well. This is why the ending works. It is a story about TEMPORARY escape. And its biggest strength but also flaw are the visuals. They are incredibly beautiful. But sadly, after 1 or 2 hours of playing it, I got bored. It just looked all the same in the end. And this does not just apply with the visuals but the game itself:it needed more variety.
    Its overall still a good game and I like the twists and turns but it was just rather disappointing, since everybody was hyping it up.    … Expand
  66. super_absorber
    Dec 22, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is good up until the ending.I really don't like it because it felt like it ended in a irrelevant way.… Expand
  67. Fallconex
    Dec 17, 2020
    8
    In general, the game was played in one breath and I liked it very much. It's okayish, needed a little more gameplay and it'd be great.
  68. OrcaSoul
    Feb 15, 2021
    8
    The game has its strong points on the visual design, the story-line, the characters, the sound mixing & the graphics. Its weak points are hard-to-use navigation system, clunky movement & something personally about me, ambiguous endings, just not for me. So yeah, I like the game, but don't love it.
  69. Topoide
    Feb 18, 2022
    8
    Historia interesante y bien contada aunque me dejo un mal sabor el final del juego
  70. Wrecktangled
    Jun 28, 2022
    8
    What a ride. Starts out as a peaceful walk in the woods, but that doesnt last too long before you are trying to uncover many mysteries and guess who is lying to you. Still not sure what to think of Delilah, but I love that about this game. Keeps you thinking about it, even after you shut it down for the night.
  71. Umur
    Aug 25, 2023
    8
    If you wanna play this game it is an amazing game to play but you have to be prepared to be walking endlessly.
  72. JustAHonestGuy
    Sep 24, 2021
    8
    Firewatch .. the game I wanted to play like no other. What can I say about this game? It's a game where you walk like there's no tomorrow. It sounds boring but somehow you connect with the character. As you walk, Delilah talks to you. A woman with a charming voice. They both have a terrible life full of problems. Stress is your worst enemy. But it is like this. Like life itself. Raw. TheyFirewatch .. the game I wanted to play like no other. What can I say about this game? It's a game where you walk like there's no tomorrow. It sounds boring but somehow you connect with the character. As you walk, Delilah talks to you. A woman with a charming voice. They both have a terrible life full of problems. Stress is your worst enemy. But it is like this. Like life itself. Raw. They try to escape problems by being a little distracted. But then the fun ends and you go back to the same life. So there is no way to escape. You have to assume. A game that touched my heart. I recommend it if you want to have a quiet and reflective time. But don't get your hopes up. Like I said before, don't expect a happy ending.… Expand
  73. Zeneko90
    Oct 30, 2022
    8
    Nettes. Spiel es hat echt viel Spaß gemacht. Mehr davon! Nicht zu lang, nicht zu kurz. Genau richtig.
  74. petrkozak13
    Dec 14, 2021
    8
    I had no expectations for Firewatch but after finishing it, I couldn't stop thinking about it for like 2 weeks straight.
  75. Haynade
    Jan 31, 2022
    8
    Firewatch is a great short Mystery game from 2016, that still looks and plays very well even in 2022.

    One of the features that I like is the game doesn't have many gameplay mechanics; which lets you fully dive into the story and don't get distracted by your health or inventory. Of course, this does make the game boring and short, but I don't think Campo Santos was planning to make    Firewatch is a great short Mystery game from 2016, that still looks and plays very well even in 2022.

    One of the features that I like is the game doesn't have many gameplay mechanics; which lets you fully dive into the story and don't get distracted by your health or inventory. Of course, this does make the game boring and short, but I don't think Campo Santos was planning to make Firewatch last for 10-15 hours.

    Chris Remo, a composer for Firewatch, did an amazing job at creating soundtracks and organizing them to add more tension and relief into your walkthrough. The switches and smooth entrances of each soundtrack can give you goosebumps, and even without looking at the game, you will know when something is about to happen, or you are about to find some clues.

    The graphics of the game are simple yet very complex and well made. The whole designing team did an amazing job translating light and full forest into a video game. I was satisfied to walk through it and enjoy the sound of singing birds and the beauty of the sunset through the leaves of many trees that fill up the game.

    Firewatch has also a great future that I think many games should include, which is Play with Developers. In this mode, you can play the regular story mode, but have little stands with tape stands around the map, where developers talk about how they came up with a certain thing or the general work that went into the specific level. It was interesting to listen to how for example Chris Remo came up with the tracks, or why there are tons of books in the game.

    I recommend buying the game and trying it out yourself. Yes, many people say that the game is short, but it doesn't mean it's bad, just a good mystery story made into a videogame.    … Expand
  76. BlazinT
    Jan 8, 2022
    8
    Game was compelling, with a good story, great vibes and good change of pace. Would recommend as gamepass game. Would not have been happy as a $20 purchase as the game was a little short.
  77. Andrusha2
    Feb 3, 2022
    8
    Отличный визуал, один из самых выдающихся стилей на моей памяти. Хорошая озвучка. Приятный геймплей. Игра проходится быстро, на одном дыхании. Может не совсем дописанная концовка, но каждому своё.
  78. AlexandrRosca
    Dec 29, 2021
    7
    Firewatch | 2016 | PC | Played for: 5h

    A story told through a beautiful walking simulator.
    Played it in one sitting, it is nicely packed but nothing to write home about.
    Can only recommend if heavily discounted. The atmosphere is nice though, soothing.

    Story: 7,5/10
    Gameplay: 6/10
    Graphics/Physics: 9/10
    Music/Sound: 8/10
    Final Score: 7,4/10
  79. mindw0rk
    Feb 10, 2016
    7
    I enjoyed watching walkthrough. Loved atmosphere, graphics style, voice acting and how plot starts. But towards the end something happened and all the mystery went poof. For story based game story felt too simple and straightforward with ending that didnt satisfy me at all. I hope next game from this company will bring a more indepth mystery.
  80. B3ckett
    Mar 23, 2016
    7
    Something different and something beautiful. The tension builds up nickely, the views and atmosphere are wonderful, but the ending dissapoints. With a capital D.

    Nevertheless it's worth a few hours of your time so go get it. Ending's bat taste in the mouth will eventually pass, but you will recall time spent with the game fondly.
  81. Jamtots
    Feb 9, 2016
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is great, but is seriously let down by an anticlimactic ending that feels far too... ordinary. It builds up this big mystery and conspiracy only for it all to suddenly deflate and lead nowhere exciting.

    Just like Henry's relationship with Delilah. It just goes nowhere.

    The game pretends to be something it's not for the entirety of its length until the "mystery" is solved, which is going to annoy a lot of people.

    That being said, I still think it deserves a high score because although the destination sucked, the journey there was gorgeous and a lot of fun.    … Expand
  82. Crescendo
    Mar 31, 2016
    7
    As many others have said before me, Firewatch is a pretty and intriguing game featuring a very interesting scenario. I guess I'd can call it another walking simulator if I disliked the game, but quite the opposite is the case here. I felt the narrative driven by just two people seemingly alone just using their radios was pretty well written, and the story exciting and thick up to a certainAs many others have said before me, Firewatch is a pretty and intriguing game featuring a very interesting scenario. I guess I'd can call it another walking simulator if I disliked the game, but quite the opposite is the case here. I felt the narrative driven by just two people seemingly alone just using their radios was pretty well written, and the story exciting and thick up to a certain point... you begin to questioning your own sanity, the others, if there is something bigger going on... but in the end the trailer shows a much more dramatic and sensationalist version of this game (which I'd have liked to play instead)

    Pros:
    + Atmospheric
    + Good narrative and tension buildup
    + Good looking
    + Interesting scenario

    Cons
    - Very much 'on rails'
    - No real decisions to make
    - Probably a bit of a disappointing finish, but I liked it that way    … Expand
  83. JohnWitten
    Mar 24, 2016
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. [Brief Synopsis of Full Review]

    The scripted sequences that progress the narrative and the interactions through relationship building and dialogue are the finer points of the game and make the experience one that I would say is entirely worth it even though the second and third acts gradually slack off and leave a sour taste in the mouth. What starts as a mystery I would love to uncover gradually morphs into something that even X-Files would shudder at in terms of just how much it seems to retcon earlier information and make liberal use of “video game logic.” What is at first an entirely believable and enjoyably realistic experience seems to hoodwink even the player themselves and end with a less than stellar thought.

    Concept: Explore the wilderness and a potential cover up and other intriguing events in the backwoods of Wyoming over the course of a summer with your fellow fire watchers.

    Graphics: It certainly has its own unique look and reminds me more of graphics or posters sometimes than a realistic or cartoon style of visuals in games.

    Sound: Although characters never meet face to face per se, the voice work is well done and showcases an incredible level of detail and emotion in the way it conveys the words from script to realization.

    Playability: It is quite literally a stroll through the woods and an enjoyable experience lacking difficulty but not lacking for substance.

    Entertainment: Games in this genre are slow going but if you can get into the story then you’ll be right at home for at least seventy percent of the game or so.

    Replay Value: Low.

    Overall Score: 7.0    … Expand
  84. SebboBastian
    Dec 24, 2018
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. About four hour game where you will take part of a very personal story and relationship between two characters who have never met each other. Good vibes but something more is missing.… Expand
  85. TwoEars
    Feb 13, 2016
    7
    This is a very suggestive and mature game in the style of a "visual novel", much like Ethan Carter or Gone Home also are. You'll spend 90% of your time either exploring the wilderness or talking to your fellow fire-watchman, a woman by the name of Delilah, over the radio. So it's good then that these two parts of the game really are excellent, there is real chemistry in the radio banterThis is a very suggestive and mature game in the style of a "visual novel", much like Ethan Carter or Gone Home also are. You'll spend 90% of your time either exploring the wilderness or talking to your fellow fire-watchman, a woman by the name of Delilah, over the radio. So it's good then that these two parts of the game really are excellent, there is real chemistry in the radio banter between you and D. and the exploration is also fantastically done. I really applaud them for going with a handheld map and compass rather than just an automatic mini-map, it really makes the game that much more immersive and realistic.

    I also think that the graphics and audio design was very well done for such a small studio, there is a lot of love put in here. However - the problem I have with this game (and why the score stays at a seven) is that the game pretends like there's choice and consequence, but there really isn't. No matter what choices you make basically everyone who play this game is going to have the same emotional roller-coaster and the same ending.

    And while I understand that branching story lines and alternate endings take time and money to create it's especially painful this time around since I think this game could have been a real masterpiece, had we been allowed to explore some different endings depending on our choices. The net effect is that rather than feeling like we've been given something decent, the feeling I have is that I've been robbed of greatness. Video games are a unique medium in that they have the possibility to allow for choice and consequence, and to not take advantage of that in this case almost feels like a cardinal sin.

    There is so much that could have been done here in terms of keeping quiet on the radio, or not saying certain things on the radio, or delaying saying certain things to a certain someone, or not falling for someone's obvious trap. But nothing of that ever happens or pays off, this game is a "corridor-adventure-game" for a lack of a better term. You might initially think that there is choice and consequence, but this game is sadly a lot dumber than it initially makes itself out to be.

    I will also say that while I personally liked the current ending I think it may be a little too realistic, mature and underwhelming for mass-market tastes. Had the current ending been one of say three possible endings it would have been stellar, but since it's the only ending I think many will find it underwhelming.

    I debated long and hard whether I should give this game a 7 or an 8. In the end I decided that I can't reward coming this close to greatness and then falling short of the mark. This could have been a 9, or maybe even a 10, score game with the right branching story treatment but it simply falls short, and that is indeed painful    … Expand
  86. 21grams
    Feb 15, 2016
    7
    The game could have been really great, but the ending was really bad. The huge mystery felt flat in the end and left with the feeling of being fooled the whole time and wasting time for no reason.

    Good: - Artstyle - Narrative - Climatic - Mystery (until near end of the game) Bad: - Ending - Length (3-4 hours if you don't rush) I truly believe they fcked up (this is correct    The game could have been really great, but the ending was really bad. The huge mystery felt flat in the end and left with the feeling of being fooled the whole time and wasting time for no reason.

    Good:
    - Artstyle
    - Narrative
    - Climatic
    - Mystery (until near end of the game)

    Bad:
    - Ending
    - Length (3-4 hours if you don't rush)

    I truly believe they fcked up (this is correct word for it) ending really badly.. Such a shame because bad ending makes good game look not so good in the end.    … Expand
  87. vonbird
    Mar 14, 2017
    7
    Firewatch has an impressive and beautiful environment for and indie game but I've seen better. It looks eye catching for the first few hours but the problem is that the whole game is just a few hours.
    The voice acting is also rather good and that probably the only thing that keeps you from leaving the game unfinished.
    But the game play gets boring very soon, although they try to add new    Firewatch has an impressive and beautiful environment for and indie game but I've seen better. It looks eye catching for the first few hours but the problem is that the whole game is just a few hours.
    The voice acting is also rather good and that probably the only thing that keeps you from leaving the game unfinished.
    But the game play gets boring very soon, although they try to add new elements every now and then but it really doesn't help.
    And then there is the plot...
    It really seems to be a great story until you finally find out that it wasn't and it was just another ordinary story.
    Overall if you have spare 4-5 hours to kill
    You might give Firewatch a chance, otherwise, its not worth it.    … Expand
  88. Hack
    May 25, 2017
    7
    Incredible voice work with main characters that felt extremely real, their banter kept me interested until the end, however the ending was extremely disappointing, I won't spoil it but I felt it was a giant let down that did a poor job of finishing the story and for a game in this genre that's a cardinal sin.

    Overall the game was enjoyable with a great atmosphere, I spent a large    Incredible voice work with main characters that felt extremely real, their banter kept me interested until the end, however the ending was extremely disappointing, I won't spoil it but I felt it was a giant let down that did a poor job of finishing the story and for a game in this genre that's a cardinal sin.

    Overall the game was enjoyable with a great atmosphere, I spent a large portion of the game on edge, with a feeling that something terrible was about to happen to me. The audio was top notch with amazing voice work from all involved, especially the main characters themselves, this was definitely the high point of the game. Visually it was just OK, with some low quality assets and textures that just looked off at times. Technically once again just OK, being a Unity engine game it did have some jank like asset load stutter, hitching and random frame rate drops even when installed on a SSD with a PC capable of running the game maxed out at well north of 60fps, it's definitely not the worst Unity title I've played, though.

    I'm a big fan of this genre and I do recommend Firewatch if you are too but it's not the cream of the crop, for that you'd want to play something like "What Remains of Edith Finch" which is just incredible.    … Expand
  89. DeFlow
    Feb 26, 2016
    7
    Firewatch is an emotionally engaging adventure game. It shines most in it's realistic depiction of evolving relationships and connection to our peers and how we humans deal with pain and loss.

    If you read this, but have been put off by the critical assessment of the ending, let me tell you this. The game does not end in a James Bond, Die Hard or X-Files climax with guns blazing and    Firewatch is an emotionally engaging adventure game. It shines most in it's realistic depiction of evolving relationships and connection to our peers and how we humans deal with pain and loss.

    If you read this, but have been put off by the critical assessment of the ending, let me tell you this. The game does not end in a James Bond, Die Hard or X-Files climax with guns blazing and explosions everywhere, but more nuanced and gradual. For me, this is a realistic depiction of the world we live in. People wishing for a more exciting, staccato ending might have watched too many movies where they should have gone out in the world and experience life as it is.

    Why a 7? The game perfectly achieves what (I think) it aims to do. The main meat of the game, the relationship between Delilah and Henry, shines and the voice acting is great. However, the game is short and linear and the plot is okay but has some holes and is not fully believable. An extra couple of months of writing would have served the game well.

    If you like atmospheric and thought-provoking games, I urge you to buy The Witness instead.    … Expand
  90. Tomle1202
    May 21, 2016
    7
    Firewatch is like a flame in the centre of darkness. It shines with character development and voice acting, but not bright enough to overshadow its rather short length and a disappointing story.
  91. ShodanSpectre
    Jul 6, 2017
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a rather short game, which came as no surprise to me. About 6 hours and that's with me being explorative and often deviating to explore the game world and try to "cheat" the system by i.e. finding a way around some area when the game (rather, Delilah) - tells me to go through a cave. The game has a bit of expectations for that and there are dialogues for situations that can only happen if you are explorative (vs. just following the main quest).

    These dialogues and side deviations don't affect the main story though. The main story is quite unpredictable and certainly not stereotypical. On a few occasions - it kept me on my toes awaiting something epic or dangerous to be around the corner. Without introducing any stereotypical horror game elements, it creates an atmosphere of "umm... I have a _REALLY_ bad feeling about this... Not exactly sure why though... So I'm gonna say that I'm OK and will go ahead anyway."

    The game is for a very mature audience. This game is filled with dialogue and situations that teenagers just won't get. At times it gets so realistic that it's almost painful.

    It kind of shows how horrifying our real world can be... without any fantasy monsters, alien invaders, zombie apocalypse or secret societies...
    Just laws of nature, probability theory, human error followed by human weakness/fear of facing consequences... And so many lives can be ruined.

    It's more of a story than a game though. Looking back I remember playing it more like watching a movie. Just follow the story line and watch it unfold. You can try to explore a bit and you'll find a handful of one-off dialogues and items here and there that are nice but don't really matter. All points it gets are for the story, because it has pretty much nothing else. But the story is quite decent.    … Expand
  92. Dukemang
    Feb 13, 2016
    7
    The game is excellent at giving off a great narrative, but in the end, everything falls short from the great mysteries that occur throughout the story. I do give it a 7/10 because of how well everything is put together, but you're honestly left feeling disappointed and un-amused how the developers try to wrap it all up in the end. I'd say this game would be great for anyone to play, butThe game is excellent at giving off a great narrative, but in the end, everything falls short from the great mysteries that occur throughout the story. I do give it a 7/10 because of how well everything is put together, but you're honestly left feeling disappointed and un-amused how the developers try to wrap it all up in the end. I'd say this game would be great for anyone to play, but it's not a must have.… Expand
  93. kamhagh
    Apr 20, 2017
    7
    The game is very very short for the price.
    The art is stunning and the game is very relaxing.
    the ending was a bit underwhelming but good overall!
    it's funny how the whole game is nothing than a character moving around but they managed to make it interesting. if you're looking for something like call of duty this definitely isn't the game you will like.
  94. Noodlebox
    May 10, 2017
    7
    Good things about Firewatch:
    - Story, of course. It what game's all about! Background behind characters, time and place make you fall in love with them all
    - Graphics are very good, love color choices - Sounds and voice acting are great - Diversity of zones, each have it's unique feel. Room for improvement: - Open world level design is fine, but some areas feels empty. World looks    Good things about Firewatch:
    - Story, of course. It what game's all about! Background behind characters, time and place make you fall in love with them all
    - Graphics are very good, love color choices
    - Sounds and voice acting are great
    - Diversity of zones, each have it's unique feel.

    Room for improvement:
    - Open world level design is fine, but some areas feels empty. World looks like decoration and I think that the game doesn't really reward you for deep exploring of hardly accessible places
    - Unity engine. I don't know why, but I don't like how it works on a PC. Controls and rendering feels weird and slow, but maybe it's just me.

    Overall: Firewatch may be not the great game, but it is great story, will totally recommend.    … Expand
  95. othaner
    Mar 4, 2016
    7
    "how to ruin game of the year material by making a sh*tty ending simulator"
    last 20-30 minutes turn the game from 10 to 1 made all your journey worth nothing
  96. Dough15
    Feb 10, 2016
    7
    Great narrative-experience, accompanied by top-notch voice acting, art-direction and pacing, that's therefore weakened by a heartless conclusion that doesn't make justice to the mistery established early in the game. Firewatch is memorable, but replaying it seems pointless.
  97. frantisec
    Feb 16, 2016
    7
    Amazingly atmospheric and interesting. I just love the communication with walkies. BUT the end? So weak for me. So many questions and i just thing it was silly, great feeling from the game untill finish.
  98. AnTi_HeRo2100
    Mar 1, 2016
    7
    FIREWATCH (the game)

    For those of you who may be thinking about trying it out I will give you a little insider. If you are into seriously good gameplay and that's pretty much it please don't buy this game, this game is more of a narrative its the story and the overall presentation that makes this game good not the gameplay, the environment is severely limited in interactions and    FIREWATCH (the game)

    For those of you who may be thinking about trying it out I will give you a little insider.

    If you are into seriously good gameplay and that's pretty much it please don't buy this game, this game is more of a narrative its the story and the overall presentation that makes this game good not the gameplay, the environment is severely limited in interactions and roaming around so don't expect that at all. This game is very linear in everyway but it is also very original from the story to the gameplay and the overall concept of it. this game is only about 4 hours in length and replay ability is not very high.

    However this game does show you what is great about gaming and how games can portray a story and emotions without everything being overly complicated, FIREWATCH is an example of what games use to be and are still capable of before multiplayer and sandbox style games became a thing it shows you that if the basics of game creation are done right it can be just as immersive as any other game and pull you in entirely for those 4 hours and make you sad but satisfied when you are finished.

    Overall I would give FIREWATCH a 7.5/10 because I don't personally believe that its worth $20 in todays market only being 4 hours in length, but the story itself propels this game up into the 7.5 range.

    P.S my grammar sucks I know that eat a dick.    … Expand
  99. Lenluig
    Jan 1, 2018
    7
    I look back on that game with very mixed feelings.

    Gameplay is not great at all, it does feel like a hiking simulator but the narrative is very good, very mature and totally the kind of experience I was expecting/looking for despite the insanely frustrating ending that kind of ruined it all for me. The voice acting is excellent. The opening feels a bit too much on a budget but it    I look back on that game with very mixed feelings.

    Gameplay is not great at all, it does feel like a hiking simulator but the narrative is very good, very mature and totally the kind of experience I was expecting/looking for despite the insanely frustrating ending that kind of ruined it all for me.
    The voice acting is excellent.

    The opening feels a bit too much on a budget but it gets better as you go through.

    Technically speaking I think the game could have been pushed a bit more. Some environments were barely achieved and quite unoptimized.

    To summarize it was good, but could have been immensely better.    … Expand
  100. Purguins
    May 10, 2016
    7
    The story here has so much potential until the devs decided to be lazy and destroyed it with a disappointing ending by not concluding the story well enough and I expected an epilogue or multiple endings. The gameplay was very good, story was tense and compelling enough to keep you finish the game in one seating, The characters were interesting and their voice acting was very good. The gameThe story here has so much potential until the devs decided to be lazy and destroyed it with a disappointing ending by not concluding the story well enough and I expected an epilogue or multiple endings. The gameplay was very good, story was tense and compelling enough to keep you finish the game in one seating, The characters were interesting and their voice acting was very good. The game would be better if they had expand their ending and we actually get to see Delilah and Henry faces or at least what happened to them in the end.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#61 Best PC Game of 2016
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#13 Most Discussed PC Game of 2016
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#55 Most Shared PC Game of 2016

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 65 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 65
  3. Negative: 0 out of 65
  1. CD-Action
    May 1, 2016
    80
    Firewatch is hands down the best, the most engaging first person walker I have ever played. Something doesn’t let me rate it higher though, and I guess it’s my common sense. [04/2016, p.50]
  2. GameSpew
    Apr 15, 2016
    80
    The look of this game is nothing short of stunning… Each detail is carefully designed and thought out with a charming feel to it overall.
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  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 12, 2016
    100
    This unconventional game combines strong story, beautiful natural surroundings and fantastically written and played characters. What it lacks in classic adventure mechanics, it makes up in great dialogue system between the main protagonists. [Issue#262]
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