In Other Waters

 Switch
User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 23 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 23
  3. Negative: 8 out of 23

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  1. swanben
    Oct 22, 2020
    10
    I really enjoyed this game. Music is wonderful and something I go back to and listen to often. This is the perfect game when you are not wanting something with stakes or stress. It was really nice to play this game after work and between other more intense games. It is a great change of pace, with a nice SciFi plot. The only complaint is that it was short, but honestly, I think any longerI really enjoyed this game. Music is wonderful and something I go back to and listen to often. This is the perfect game when you are not wanting something with stakes or stress. It was really nice to play this game after work and between other more intense games. It is a great change of pace, with a nice SciFi plot. The only complaint is that it was short, but honestly, I think any longer some of the repetitive tasks might have gotten old. Would recommend it to anyone looking for something simple, nice, and calming.… Expand
  2. Tems92
    Oct 29, 2020
    9
    Amazing game! Intriguing mystery, great soundtrack, something to play to unwind and keep your mind working. Some of the controls can be a bit janky but overall, great fun
  3. MadDan
    Apr 8, 2020
    9
    A minimalistic adventure full of mystery, intrigue and adventure. You play as an AI helping a stranded scientist; you sort her inventory, manage her fuel supply, take samples of unfamiliar species, and improve your relationship with her on the journey. Recommend for anyone looking for an engaging sci-fi, story driven experience with great mechanics and gameplay.
  4. SunnyLessie
    Sep 13, 2020
    8
    In Other Waters ist ein liebevoll gestaltetes und (fast schon zu) detaillverliebtes, geradliniges Textadventure mit minimalstisch gehaltener grafischen Oberfläche. Das Gameplay besteht hauptsächlich aus dem Erkunden und der Umgebung und ist, bis auf einige Ausnahmen, sehr ruhig/entspannt, stellenweise repetitiv. Story und Worldbuilding lassen sich über den gesamten Spielverlauf Zeit undIn Other Waters ist ein liebevoll gestaltetes und (fast schon zu) detaillverliebtes, geradliniges Textadventure mit minimalstisch gehaltener grafischen Oberfläche. Das Gameplay besteht hauptsächlich aus dem Erkunden und der Umgebung und ist, bis auf einige Ausnahmen, sehr ruhig/entspannt, stellenweise repetitiv. Story und Worldbuilding lassen sich über den gesamten Spielverlauf Zeit und werden über ein Zusammenspiel aus Logeinträgen, Monologen, topografischer Map und Sounddesign vermittelt, lesefaul sollte man also für dieses Spiel auf keinen Fall sein. Die Story fällt sicherlich nicht in die Kategorie Weltliteratur, erzählt jedoch auf kohärente Art und Weise eine Science-Fiction-Geschichte mit emotionalen Tönen und erhobenen Zeigefinger.
    Insgesamt ist es ein schönes, kurzweiliges Spiel ab vom Mainstream.    … Expand

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#91 Best Switch Game of 2020

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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. CD-Action
    May 12, 2020
    70
    A calm, almost meditative game with no violence – something there should definitely be more of in the industry. Engages the player’s imagination more than anything else with its modest visuals, great ambient audio and a simple but engaging story. [06/2020, p.56]
  2. TheSixthAxis
    Apr 27, 2020
    80
    With an engaging sci-fi story and its minimalist style, In Other Waters manages to draw you into its mysterious story and brings the alien environments to life through your imagination. There are some performance issues that can detract from the experience, but overall, In Other Waters is a journey worth taking.
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  3. The Digital Fix
    Apr 21, 2020
    80
    Whilst it takes a longer than normal to get used to the controls and can sometimes feel sluggish, In Other Waters is a beautifully designed and wonderfully written exploration game.
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