Wandersong

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  • Summary: A musical adventure where you use singing to save the world! Play as a silly bard who embarks on a globe-trotting journey to learn about the mysterious Earthsong, said to prevent the universe’s imminent end. It's up to you to sing your songs, unlock the world's secrets and make new friends!

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. The Digital Fix
    Sep 27, 2018
    90
    From its grin-inducing highs to its tear-jerking lows, Wandersong is a magical and captivating game. It’s undoubtedly one of the best indie games out in 2018.
  2. SpazioGames
    Oct 3, 2018
    90
    Wandersong teaches us that everybody can be a hero.
  3. Adventure Gamers
    Sep 23, 2019
    90
    With its creatively whimsical yet sincere approach, entertaining mechanics, memorable story, likable characters and vibrant world, Wandersong proves to be one of the most memorable and endearing games to come out of an independent studio in recent times.
  4. PC Gamer
    Oct 24, 2018
    88
    I listened to Wandersong's soundtrack while writing this review, and I've been happily jiggling my leg throughout.
  5. Vandal
    Oct 22, 2018
    85
    Wandersong proves there are still many things no one has done in a video game before. Gameplay and story-wise is great, and even though the controls still need some tweaking, it’s a game you should try if you’re looking for something original.
  6. COGconnected
    Oct 4, 2018
    78
    I have absolutely no complaints about the story: I only wish the gameplay always kept up with it. Frustrating moments often surfaced at bad times due to poor controls which made actually playing the game less of a fun experience, and I’d love to give this game a go on the Switch, where the singing goes smoother. Wandersong also feels a little long, not because the story gets boring, but because the puzzles can get a bit repetitive. However, the strength of Wandersong is such that these complaints feel pale in the face of the kind of relentless optimism that the bard has in spades.
  7. Edge Magazine
    Oct 11, 2018
    70
    Generous checkpoints and quick restarts just about cover for awkward platforming sequences. [December 2018, p.114]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 16
  3. Negative: 1 out of 16
  1. YeeterSkeeter
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    This game...holy crap.

    I-I just can't describe how **** great this game is. The game made me smile for miles and almost made me cry, The    This game...holy crap.

    I-I just can't describe how **** great this game is.

    The game made me smile for miles and almost made me cry, The singing mechanic was executed so perfectly that it just feels like second nature. And the art style and music, don't get me started on them, they are like the best cake that's been kissed on the cheek by God himself.

    TL;DR: This game is **** great.    … Expand
  2. camocaplamo
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    the best most emotional game ive ever played please do yourself a favor and buy this game and play it
  4. ILikeVideoGames
    Apr 22, 2020
    10
    This. Game.

    I have just recently finished Wandersong and I cannot get over how good of a game it is. The game takes place in 7 different    This. Game.

    I have just recently finished Wandersong and I cannot get over how good of a game it is.
    The game takes place in 7 different acts, each in a different place with different characters. Every act is the perfect length, so you get a beautiful breath of fresh air every now and again. The characters are some of the best in any video game I've played, each filled to the brim with personality and backstory. It's just plain fun to run around and talk to people. The gameplay, art style and music is gorgeous. The singing mechanic is used in so many different ways, wether your luring birds or using it as a light, singing is marvelous. No spoilers, but I will tell you that the ending is incredibly satisfying. Deserves a sequel. 10/10    … Expand
  5. adamflame7
    Jun 3, 2022
    9
    A wholesome and cute game. Play as a harmless little bard who must solve all the problems presented through the power of song (andA wholesome and cute game. Play as a harmless little bard who must solve all the problems presented through the power of song (and friendship). The gameplay isn't complicated or difficult, mostly just some platforming/puzzles. Simple, yet fun writing that make an enjoyable story to play through. Plenty of fun songs to play and listen to throughout.… Expand
  6. crimsondoor
    Apr 1, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The art style and music are really great. I absolutely adore its use of colours. However, the controls need tweaking. Although the game is best played with a controller, it is very easy to hit the wrong song notes with the analog stick. The puzzles are a bit repetitive at times, but it's not a big problem.

    The story is good, but a bit too short in my opinion, and I didn't like the ending as it was too abrupt. And the one thing that really bugged me was the treatment of Audrey. I think she is a very great complex character and I kind of agreed with her views too - if Eya asked her to kill all the Overseers and end the world and she followed Eya's words then why is she the "wrong" one and not Eya? Audrey is not worthy to be the "hero" but her viewpoints should be acknowledged and she did not deserve to be forgotten in the ending.

    And a rant about Eya. I can't stand her... She manipulated both the Bard and Audrey and didn't care about the Bard's feeling at all. When she was found to be working with Audrey she stopped to appear before the bard for a long time.. And when Audrey ditched her, she came to the Bard and said "I'm on your team now" I was like wow, how about no?    … Expand
  7. dc203
    Aug 16, 2021
    8
    The 12 hours I spent with Wandersong was an absolutely wonderful experience, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for an uplifting andThe 12 hours I spent with Wandersong was an absolutely wonderful experience, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for an uplifting and charming adventure. The immense amount of passion from the game designer is clear from the moment you press start - the cut-out cardboard style presentation, inspiring story, and quirky sense of humour never ceased to charm and surprise. It's certainly not perfect, with some awkward platforming sections and occasional unpolished collision detection. Yet when you engage with the lovely characters and delightful music, these gripes seem to waft away into the wind, carried by the soothing sounds of The Bard's voice.… Expand
  8. MarcioCavalcant
    May 19, 2019
    1
    Bland and simplistic game that doesn't even maintain a coherent storyline. It tries to have that great "innocent" Nintendo vibe but fallsBland and simplistic game that doesn't even maintain a coherent storyline. It tries to have that great "innocent" Nintendo vibe but falls short and let the biased idological views of the game writer of the game out at times. Not worth the money.… Expand

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