- Publisher: Night School Studio
- Release Date: Jan 15, 2016
- Also On: iPhone/iPad, PC, PlayStation 4, Switch
User Score
Generally favorable reviews- based on 79 Ratings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 55 out of 79
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Mixed: 15 out of 79
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Negative: 9 out of 79
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Apr 2, 2016In Oxenfree, Night School Studios has used simple mechanics to great effect establishing and building on its small cast of characters, and keeping players engaged with its creepy tale of paranormal dread. It's a shame then that it doesn't quite stick the landing, seeming to rush to its conclusion without offering a sufficient pay-off. A small number of minor (dialogue for the wrong character playing) and major (two complete crashes) glitches also hold it back. It's undoubtedly a stylish and unique game however, that we hope does its part to usher in a wave of games that take a similar approach to storytelling.
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Games Master UKMar 19, 2016Look past lame puzzles and short run time, and you'll find five great characters to chat to. [March 2016, p.71]
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Edge MagazineMar 7, 2016Its pacing is hindered by slow movement speed, and nuance is lost as the incidents increase in frequency and topics of conversation shift from the social to the situational. [March 2016, p.120]