Summer in Mara

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User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 27 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 27
  3. Negative: 2 out of 27

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  1. juanchi120
    Jun 16, 2020
    10
    Me encanta me transmite una paz y una tranquilidad hermosa. el juego me divierte muchisimo y artisticamente me parece precioso. la banda sonora es muy bonita es imposible no tararear esa cancion cuando estas en la isla.
  2. dixinerede
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    I've loved the time I spent in Mara. SiM is a beautiful tale of summer that fulls your chest with the joy and innocence of childhood. All those things that you could miss from the summers of your youth are in Mara: the magic, the beach, the adventures with your friends, petting the pigs, the wholesome hug of grandma.
    The OST makes me cry every time.
  3. themetacritica
    Jun 18, 2020
    2
    Not much more than a beautiful art concept... The first 3-4 hours of the game are nice, but the rest of the game itself it's a little bit boring. Farming is poorly implemented and not very satisfying...
  4. Gabifalcao
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    Um jogo muito lindo e por sinal, tem uma ótima gameplay, com gráficos que impressionam, ainda mais por ser um jogo indie. Atrai muita a atenção, vale muito a pena todas horas gastas pra zerar o jogo 100%.
  5. nadiefosa
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    It's been a while since I've played a game that made me forget about time. It's soothing and very forgiving, something that as a player I really appreciate. I haven't felt punished for my mistakes as of yet and I've been playing more than five hours. As tough as things are right now, I feel there's a place I can protect, care and fight for and where I have a chance to win. It's my new happy place.
  6. FrigginSpriggin
    Jul 5, 2020
    7
    Summer in Mara is a charming farming simulation game set in a quaint and fulfilling world. The character designs are beautiful and the game mechanics are both entertaining and interesting. However, the game is hindered by minor technical and instructional challenges. While not unplayable, certain quests are frustrating or bugged and the overall game would benefit from more preciseSummer in Mara is a charming farming simulation game set in a quaint and fulfilling world. The character designs are beautiful and the game mechanics are both entertaining and interesting. However, the game is hindered by minor technical and instructional challenges. While not unplayable, certain quests are frustrating or bugged and the overall game would benefit from more precise instructions and quicker pacing.… Expand
  7. amyann99
    Sep 16, 2020
    10
    I almost didn't buy this game because the critic reviews in particular were pretty bad. I'm glad I didn't listen to their inane complaints. I got it for $20 on switch and it's worth every penny. This game is such a relaxing distraction in these difficult times. It's totally charming and beautiful and funny and the story is sad and uplifting at the same time. I can't speak for the mechanicsI almost didn't buy this game because the critic reviews in particular were pretty bad. I'm glad I didn't listen to their inane complaints. I got it for $20 on switch and it's worth every penny. This game is such a relaxing distraction in these difficult times. It's totally charming and beautiful and funny and the story is sad and uplifting at the same time. I can't speak for the mechanics on other platforms but I've had no issues. Complaints I've heard that made me wtf: you're sending a little girl on tasks, oh but y'all were fine with the countless games with boys of a similar age fighting ancient evil where you repeatedly die. Like god forbid a female protagonist not be a super sexualized adult for once. Or they loved the game but their computer crashed at cut scene so hate it? Can the game be a bit tedious? Sure it you're looking for action packed shoot-em-ups this is not the game for you. If you're looking for a heartwarming tale with Studio Ghibli type graphics and light humor and heart, this is an excellent way to distract yourself from existence, ha.… Expand
  8. matildax007
    Feb 23, 2021
    9
    "Game entirely casual, if the proposal was to explore in your own time, it was fulfilled with excellence. It can become tiring because it does not present real challenges ... Enjoy the landscapes and history."
  9. qualityreview
    Feb 26, 2021
    8
    Fun open world game the usual crafting and fetch quests but delightfully charming and spirit lifting. World design and art style are excellent.
  10. Micong_Smith
    Jul 24, 2022
    10
    Español:
    Es un juego maravilloso para relajarse, tiene una historia muy bonita y personajes memorables (de verdad, les agarras mucho cariño); a nivel gráfico cumple para ser un indie y la variedad en las islas es suficiente para disfrutar la exploración durante las 6 a 10 horas que te puede tomar terminar la historia. Su única gran pega es que la dificultad es nula, no hay ningún reto en    Español:
    Es un juego maravilloso para relajarse, tiene una historia muy bonita y personajes memorables (de verdad, les agarras mucho cariño); a nivel gráfico cumple para ser un indie y la variedad en las islas es suficiente para disfrutar la exploración durante las 6 a 10 horas que te puede tomar terminar la historia. Su única gran pega es que la dificultad es nula, no hay ningún reto en lo absoluto, no puedes perder, no hay forma de cometer errores y tampoco hay algún desafío en lo absoluto; pero no me mal entiendan, si lo que buscabas es relajarte con una historia simple (aunque en su punto cumbre te emocionas bastante) y explorar un mundo hermoso, Summer in Mara es completamente para ti. También si tienes hijos chicos y los quieres introducir en los juegos de gestión de recursos, considero que aquí tienes el mejor para ello.
    English:
    This is a wonderful game for relax, it has a beatiful history and a lot of memorable characters (you really can make an awesome conection with them); about the graphics, it's enough for an indie development and the variety of islands to explore it's enough for the 6 to 10 hours that takes the story. The most negative point is about its low difficulty, any challenge in the game, you cant lose, cannot make mistakes; but dont missundestand me, if you're looking for a game with a nice and relaxing history where you can explore a pretty world, Summer in Mara is for you. Also if you have kids and want to introduce them to resources managment games, this is the perfect game for that.    … Expand

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Metascore
63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. RPG Fan
    Sep 21, 2020
    80
    Despite being an imperfect experience, there’s much to love about Summer in Mara. Each aspect of the game gives you something to do and a lot of control over how you want to approach it. While it can be easy to get sucked into the game’s progression through the quest system, you can still go at a slower pace should you desire. And this is definitely the recommended way to approach the game. Take it easy in Mara and enjoy this endless summer. Get excited with each new discovery and enjoy the trek! Even kids find the simple, consistently adorable adventure incredibly welcoming, so even if it’s not for you, Chibig has made something special for all ages! This indie team has lovingly crafted a big, heartwarming tale that can hopefully lead to more adventures in this world, or even the universe beyond.
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  2. GameOver.gr
    Sep 11, 2020
    55
    Summer in Mara is an ambitious approach to an adventure, with evident collecting and crafting elements. Not everything is plain sailing though; and soon, Summer in Mara will fee like winter with all the gameplay restrictions and lack of quality-of-life additions that would have made this game a paradise upon the Sea of Indies. It’s a title with character and hidden beauties, but only for players with the patience to grow over its rigidity.
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  3. The Overpowered Noobs
    Jul 30, 2020
    60
    If you can look past the rough edges, there is a lot of fun to be had in the charming world of Mara.
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