SEASON: A letter to the future

 PC
User Score
7.1

Mixed or average reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 25
  3. Negative: 7 out of 25

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  1. SalvorIndies
    Jun 9, 2023
    9
    A relaxing adventure of exploration and contemplation in a world that leaves behind an era, that's what Season is all about, our mission is not to save the world, but to carry its memory, to photograph, record and draw as we ride our bike through the desolate landscape.
  2. GVB
    Feb 1, 2023
    3
    It's a shame that a game I've been waiting for so long has been relegated to a bunch of pleasing visuals and sensations that try too quickly and too hard to make you feel something. Because feelings can't be awakened with a sledgehammer, shouting to the player: "look how profound this is! Now it's your turn to be sad!!!". If you really have something to tell, you trust that, through theIt's a shame that a game I've been waiting for so long has been relegated to a bunch of pleasing visuals and sensations that try too quickly and too hard to make you feel something. Because feelings can't be awakened with a sledgehammer, shouting to the player: "look how profound this is! Now it's your turn to be sad!!!". If you really have something to tell, you trust that, through the images and the narrative, the player himself will find his place in your story, and will experience the travel in his own terms.

    But no. IMHO, the developers have forgotten to be subtle. To be genuine. And as a result, Season is closer to being a perfume ad than a work of art.    … Expand
  3. bokarsh-z
    Feb 3, 2023
    4
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    only worth 10 dollar or watch it on utube ========
    - 6-7 hour long.
    - repetitive boring long walking simulator game, all u do running around take pictures and record sounds repeat.
    -only good great visual and good atmosphere.
  4. KingGorillaKong
    Feb 2, 2023
    9
    Calm and gentle game taking you on an journey of exploration and understanding. Seek out the changing world around you and discover it's lost secrets.

    Season is an excellent departure from your standard single-player adventures. There are no bad guys to stomp on. Only you, a recorder and a camera. You're job is to capture as much of the world around you as the Season changes.    Calm and gentle game taking you on an journey of exploration and understanding. Seek out the changing world around you and discover it's lost secrets.

    Season is an excellent departure from your standard single-player adventures. There are no bad guys to stomp on. Only you, a recorder and a camera. You're job is to capture as much of the world around you as the Season changes.

    Provided an excellent, calming and gentle experience while playing. The only game I've ever played that keeps me calm.    … Expand
  5. ZloyKot
    Feb 26, 2023
    0
    Repetitive boring long walking simulator game, This is the best description of this "game"
  6. Arkane7
    Feb 6, 2023
    2
    I'm not sure what the developers were thinking but they've made some terrible design choices for this game. It could have been really good but instead the devs focused on other things instead of good gameplay and story. The character is very poorly written and portrayed. There are some game breaking bugs here as well which are hopefully fixed in later versions. If you were looking for anI'm not sure what the developers were thinking but they've made some terrible design choices for this game. It could have been really good but instead the devs focused on other things instead of good gameplay and story. The character is very poorly written and portrayed. There are some game breaking bugs here as well which are hopefully fixed in later versions. If you were looking for an entertaining and immersive title, look elsewhere. There are many better games out there that deserve your hard earned dollars and spare time.… Expand
  7. aozxn
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    I completed this game in one sitting because i was so engaged in the in the mystery surrounding the season’s changing, the game has it all the atmosphere , the beauty and the music.
  8. MFGaming
    Feb 2, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game hit different than most I’ve played. An east paved atmospheric photography/scrapbooking game that hit a lot of feels. It was subtle in its themes that, to me, were about loss, memory, fear of change and connection. I really enjoyed this game! Definitely a calm easing experience that will make you reflect while also being a beautiful spectacle and an enjoyment to play!… Expand
  9. wuovo
    Feb 5, 2023
    10
    I was a playtester for Season: A letter to the future and I cried during the test in front of the moderator because of the storytelling and ambiance, I cried again when I replayed it. I am truly in love with the story told by the narration, the fact that some things are blurry at the first sight but being clearer when we reach deeper in the history. Characters are fascinating and wellI was a playtester for Season: A letter to the future and I cried during the test in front of the moderator because of the storytelling and ambiance, I cried again when I replayed it. I am truly in love with the story told by the narration, the fact that some things are blurry at the first sight but being clearer when we reach deeper in the history. Characters are fascinating and well constructed with their own stories and personalities. The landscapes and graphic aspect are marvelous, I loved taking photographs of everything I see, even things that are just pretty and not a story's game related prop. The journal customization is very appreciable, I loved spending time put photographs by colorimetry, record songs I liked to hear, add texts and stickers that made a whole identity. The sound design is incredible, it make me emotional according to the visuals effects like in the raining map or when we are in the flower field. Like the painting related to an history aspect of human life, I loved and love travel in this universe endowed with his own personalities and secrets, I discover things I do not see in the first time I played, that make the come back more intense. I am personally in love with this game and its thematic and how everything is conducted.… Expand
  10. SilverFox_III
    Mar 17, 2023
    2
    Le jeu "indé poétique" par excellence, assez silencieux en général, laisse le joueur réfléchir, linéaire, lent, beau. Normalement la sorte de jeu que j'apprécie énormément (Journey, what remains of edith finch, the vanishing of ethan carter ect...) cependant:

    -DOUBLAGES FRANCAIS AUX FRAISES -TROP DE DIALOGUES INUTILES -TROP LINÉAIRE, TYPIQUEMENT UNE LIGNE DROITE AVEC DES POINTS    Le jeu "indé poétique" par excellence, assez silencieux en général, laisse le joueur réfléchir, linéaire, lent, beau. Normalement la sorte de jeu que j'apprécie énormément (Journey, what remains of edith finch, the vanishing of ethan carter ect...) cependant:

    -DOUBLAGES FRANCAIS AUX FRAISES
    -TROP DE DIALOGUES INUTILES
    -TROP LINÉAIRE, TYPIQUEMENT UNE LIGNE DROITE AVEC DES POINTS D'INTERETS A DROITE A GAUCHE OU ALORS IL FAUT TOURNER EN ROND DANS UNE MEME ZONE POUR ATTENDRE UN SCRIPT
    -animations peu glorieuses
    -bugs de caméra quand on approche un mur
    -bugs de physique du vélo
    -monde qui n'a pas vraiment de sens

    Il m'a été impossible de rentrer dans l'histoire a cause du doublage miséricordieux, rien n'émane des voix, on a l'impression que la personne déchiffre a peine son texte. Truffé de fautes (Absorber -> Observer???? C'est peut être du a l'IMMENSE accent qu'ont certains personnages)
    Je note aussi le choix des personnage, leurs design ainsi que leurs histoires m'a laissé une forte impression de propagande Woke (notamment visible au personnage principal ayant une apparence non genrée, parlant avec une voix de femme mais ayant les cheveux courts pour ne citer que le plus évident).

    Je recommande donc ce jeu a toute personne pouvant s'immerger dans une histoire contée avec un doublage médiocre, des boucles d'animations en chaines pendant les dialogues ainsi que des grosses bulles de bd en tant que sous titres. Et qui adore les jeux linéaires ne cherchant à aucun moment a innover.    … Expand
  11. TheTrendKilla
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    Affirming that this game is beautiful is redundant but I can't avoid it: what a marvelous visual delight! Gameplay is great, story and script are touching and heart warming. The soundtrack is simply amazing! This is a game to enjoy the ride, reflect about life and philosophize about existence. I couldn't recommend it more.
  12. KayKat3
    Feb 2, 2023
    10
    This game is the cozy game I needed. Beautiful art, amazing sound design, and lovely pacing. I had been waiting a long time to play this game and I'm incredibly satisfied with the experience. You have the freedom to stay on the desired path or take your time and experience every moment. It really makes you appreciate the small details and get invested in the stories and history youThis game is the cozy game I needed. Beautiful art, amazing sound design, and lovely pacing. I had been waiting a long time to play this game and I'm incredibly satisfied with the experience. You have the freedom to stay on the desired path or take your time and experience every moment. It really makes you appreciate the small details and get invested in the stories and history you encounter on your journey.… Expand
  13. KaribouSpatial
    Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Season is a calm, gentle story about the meaning of memories. As the last observer, it is your duty to explore, record, document and unravel the mysteries of the valley before they all wash away from history forever.
    The camera and recorder really take advantage of the gorgeous visuals and amazing sound design.
    This journey is one of thoughtful and hopeful melancholy, and one that    Season is a calm, gentle story about the meaning of memories. As the last observer, it is your duty to explore, record, document and unravel the mysteries of the valley before they all wash away from history forever.
    The camera and recorder really take advantage of the gorgeous visuals and amazing sound design.
    This journey is one of thoughtful and hopeful melancholy, and one that managed to deeply warm my soul on a level few games ever did.    … Expand

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. Adventure Gamers
    Jun 5, 2024
    80
    Season: A Letter to the Future stands as a relatively successful combination of exploration, documentation and philosophical meditation. Its surface beauty is matched by its depth of reflection, only marred by some repetitive gameplay elements and strange character design choices.
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  2. Adventure Game Hotspot
    Aug 25, 2023
    80
    SEASON is a beautiful and thoughtful art piece of a game whose only challenge may stem from being overly ponderous at times, but it shines with its gorgeous landscapes, interesting characters, and imaginative worldbuilding and will reward those who come into it ready for some creative introspection.
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  3. Games.cz
    Mar 2, 2023
    80
    Season: A Letter to the Future is an emotional trip full of stories you have to immortalize in your diary. You will watch, you will listen, you will sometimes utilize your creativity and you will think about many topics relevant for us all.
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