FAR: Changing Tides

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10

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  1. Pipinhull
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    This game is utterly phenomenal. Probably one of the best games I have ever played. No doubt about it it is at times meditative and not action packed, but that’s exactly what I wanted. It’s the perfect mix of puzzler and just powering your ship and chilling on the ocean as you set sail and fuel your ship. I felt compelled to write this review after seeing IGNs review stating they’d doneThis game is utterly phenomenal. Probably one of the best games I have ever played. No doubt about it it is at times meditative and not action packed, but that’s exactly what I wanted. It’s the perfect mix of puzzler and just powering your ship and chilling on the ocean as you set sail and fuel your ship. I felt compelled to write this review after seeing IGNs review stating they’d done worse with this release than the first game. I played both back to back and I couldn’t disagree more. The first game was good but a little too short and I was a little frustrated to find out you never even set sail. But this game is ample long enough and truly immersive. Solid work from Okomotive, can’t wait for the next release!… Expand
  2. Tortor
    Apr 10, 2022
    7
    A art piece using videogames as it's canvas to express atmosphere and convey a sense of loneliness in a apocalyptic setting. It's all intended to be left to be interpretation like any good art piece is.

    Nothings too difficult, takes too long to figure out. Once you get the basics down it's barely a puzzle as what you're supposed to do is bright red. I liked it, it was cozy, pretty,    A art piece using videogames as it's canvas to express atmosphere and convey a sense of loneliness in a apocalyptic setting. It's all intended to be left to be interpretation like any good art piece is.

    Nothings too difficult, takes too long to figure out. Once you get the basics down it's barely a puzzle as what you're supposed to do is bright red.

    I liked it, it was cozy, pretty, reminded me a lot of the magic of what I felt playing a game like Journey. Still felt like it was missing something though, maybe something more climactic or more emotionally impactful. It all was just tame and lonely.

    Its also very short, which is fine, you don't need a long game to show off an art piece. Maybe wish it was more challenging though or had puzzles. The atmosphere was bleak and well expressed but kinda wished for more then that too.
    Still recommend it.    … Expand
  3. ophone
    Feb 8, 2023
    9
    More of the same concept as its predecessor?
    Not quite. First in the sequel you don't travel in some sort of locomotion on the ground but in an aquatic vehicle, then its considerably longer and it offers a greater variety of mechanics to progress. I don't want to go further into details not to spoil those who enjoyed the first game but haven't played the second yet.
    In the end this game    More of the same concept as its predecessor?
    Not quite. First in the sequel you don't travel in some sort of locomotion on the ground but in an aquatic vehicle, then its considerably longer and it offers a greater variety of mechanics to progress. I don't want to go further into details not to spoil those who enjoyed the first game but haven't played the second yet.
    In the end this game is again a journey through a post-apocalyptic world which is worth to be done mainly due its calm atmosphere which is supported by its hand drawn graphics and minimalistic soundtrack played with real instruments.
    This game was even more pleasant than the original FAR, the latter which has been a beautiful experience nonetheless.    … Expand
  4. rainy_night
    Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Very relaxing and beautiful atmosphere, perfect for a Friday night. I only wish it were a little longer, would love to spend more time traveling through its world. 10/10

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Switch Player
    Mar 21, 2022
    90
    FAR: Changing Tides is an emotionally charged voyage that revels in the thrill of exploring the unknown, proving that the journey is more important than the destination. Painstakingly crafted and beautifully presented, this is an essential experience.
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  2. Jeuxvideo.com
    Mar 13, 2022
    70
    More meditative than contemplative, FAR: Changing Tides is an invitation to tranquility, so assertive that it sometimes becomes sluggish. Between the long crossings, moments of grace maintain the interest of the experience, translated by intuitive puzzles and sound design at its peak.
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  3. Eurogamer Italy
    Feb 23, 2022
    70
    A suggestive (but a little too quiet) sequel that follows the path of Far: Lone Sails' unique appeal and stretches its simple gameplay mechanics.
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