Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles

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  • Summary: Yonder shipwrecks players on the vast island of Gemea, a land enshrouded in an evil murk. By exploring the land, joining forces with the locals and contributing to their community through optional talents like farming, crafting, cooking, fishing and brewing, adventurers can help the islandYonder shipwrecks players on the vast island of Gemea, a land enshrouded in an evil murk. By exploring the land, joining forces with the locals and contributing to their community through optional talents like farming, crafting, cooking, fishing and brewing, adventurers can help the island flourish.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Gaming Age
    Jul 30, 2018
    91
    Where Zelda is all about combat and the story, Yonder is a much more relaxing experience. It wants you to simply settle into the rhythms of living on the island of Gemea — and it’s a testament to how good it is that, given half a chance, it’ll have no problem sucking you in.
  2. Digitally Downloaded
    May 16, 2018
    90
    This is a game which taught me to love the feeling of being lost, and I’m sure it’s one I will return to for a long time.
  3. Switch Player
    Jul 5, 2018
    80
    From the very beginning, Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles impresses with its amazing visuals and soundtrack. It takes form as a relaxing open-world adventure, that features many elements of crafting and farming. While the later doesn’t perfectly fits with its openness nature, it is still an enjoyable experience nevertheless.
  4. Multiplayer.it
    May 18, 2018
    72
    ​Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles has a charming world to show in its different biomes. It's a wonderful way to practice some escapism but ultimately feels like something is missing to be a compelling videogame.
  5. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Sep 5, 2018
    70
    It falters when it focuses more on completion and less on just seeing the countryside. It's fun for stretches, but maybe not for completionists. [Issue #35 – September/October 2018, p. 72]
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  6. RPGamer
    May 16, 2018
    70
    Yonder doesn’t have quite the same lasting power that other crafting-focused games may have, but makes its experience notable with great presentation. It’s a game that welcomes players into its laid-back and relaxing atmosphere. For those just wanting to spend some time chilling out and exploring in a great-looking world, Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles is certainly one to recommend.
  7. Vooks
    May 16, 2018
    60
    While it has shallow gameplay systems and minimal story, Yonder is a pleasant place to unwind and pass the time.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 13
  3. Negative: 3 out of 13
  1. Catiee
    Aug 26, 2019
    10
    This game pleasantly surprised me, with the nice visuals and relaxing setting I have found myself sinking hours into a game. Visuals better onThis game pleasantly surprised me, with the nice visuals and relaxing setting I have found myself sinking hours into a game. Visuals better on the TV but don't find them bad hand held either. No combat is a nice change of pace and overall I have enjoyed this game very much.… Expand
  2. SebbySp
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    Beautiful game, i bet if this game was like made by any popular brand, the rate would be like 90 or higher anyways i would totally recommendBeautiful game, i bet if this game was like made by any popular brand, the rate would be like 90 or higher anyways i would totally recommend this game to anyone that need something relaxing and fun to do this quarentine… Expand
  4. LadySerena21
    May 17, 2018
    10
    I honestly have no idea how I'll ever be able to stop playing this gem of a game, especially since I just found out about it a week beforeI honestly have no idea how I'll ever be able to stop playing this gem of a game, especially since I just found out about it a week before it's release date in the Nintendo eShop for the Switch. Naturally, I watched a few beginning gameplays an was instantly sold. Beautiful graphics, soothing audio, and no rush or combat. If you like for your games to relax you, this is the perfect game!… Expand
  5. usmanusb
    Dec 16, 2018
    9
    This game has been surprised to me. I think it has been one of the best game I have played in the genre of adventure and some RPG whichThis game has been surprised to me. I think it has been one of the best game I have played in the genre of adventure and some RPG which requires noone to hurt or kill.in the game. I have played the game only in the portable mode. Graphics are beautiful with good art with day and night and seasonal progression. Sometimes it does have frame drops but it never affects the gameplay. In a simple explanation, it's a game which you could play when you are stressed or tired or need something which is light weight, this is the best option. Generally, you got tasks that you need to do on your adventure with direct or indirect way of getting things done. It is a bit snow pace game but also relaxing in some way. I highly recommend to try this game if you're looking for something light weight and slow to play.… Expand
  6. BrettSiebenhaar
    Aug 11, 2018
    8
    I had an idea what I was getting into playing this game. It is what I expected. It is a mixture of Animal Crossing and Harvest Moon. PeopleI had an idea what I was getting into playing this game. It is what I expected. It is a mixture of Animal Crossing and Harvest Moon. People complain that it lacks content or combat. That is not the point of the game. It's all about exploration and farming. I enjoy this game. Overall, this is a great game with gorgeous visuals!… Expand
  7. erinlinthicum94
    Jul 7, 2018
    8
    Really cute game that reminds me of Harvest Moon and Animal Crossing. Really nice if you want a relaxed atmosphere with no combat. A lot ofReally cute game that reminds me of Harvest Moon and Animal Crossing. Really nice if you want a relaxed atmosphere with no combat. A lot of exploring and things to discover!… Expand
  8. Atara
    Jan 3, 2019
    0
    The game is extremely blurry in handheld mode. Do not be fooled by the screenshots in the eShop, which show it much clearer. It is falsely advertised.

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#50 Most Shared Switch Game of 2018