FAR: Changing Tides

 Xbox Series X
User Score
7.0

Mixed or average reviews- based on 33 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 33
  3. Negative: 6 out of 33

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  1. B-Bog
    Mar 8, 2022
    4
    Giant snoozefest with clunky controls that oftentimes fails completely at communicating what it wants the player to do. The puzzles are OK, but it's nothing you haven't seen done a lot better if you've played the likes of LIMBO and INSIDE. Couldn't even be bothered to finish this because I was just bored out of my mind.
  2. Broyax
    Mar 13, 2022
    1
    L’indé foireux du jour est en 2D… non, en 2D et demi, soit de la 3D mais sur deux axes exploitables seulement, ce qui s’avère toujours perturbant lorsqu’il s’agit de diriger le petit bonhomme golio, d’autant plus que le maniement reste imprécis ; la palette de couleurs est limitée (gris, marron et verdâtre) mais le jeu n’est pas trop vilain en soi. Pour un indé bien sûr.

    En tout cas    L’indé foireux du jour est en 2D… non, en 2D et demi, soit de la 3D mais sur deux axes exploitables seulement, ce qui s’avère toujours perturbant lorsqu’il s’agit de diriger le petit bonhomme golio, d’autant plus que le maniement reste imprécis ; la palette de couleurs est limitée (gris, marron et verdâtre) mais le jeu n’est pas trop vilain en soi. Pour un indé bien sûr.

    En tout cas comme souvent, l’agenda écolo est de sortie puisqu’on navigue dans un monde submergé et dévasté… et pourtant, si le rafiot est à voile, il est aussi à vapeur et il fume beaucoup et il pollue énormément : toute cette fumée noire, c’est insupportable ! le petit bonhomme golio veut encore asphyxier la planète ?!… espèce de crevard !

    Donc, on vogue au gré des flots mais de temps en temps, des obstacles barrent la route… et constituent autant d’énigmes qu’il faut résoudre pour continuer… des énigmes pas toujours très logiques et de moins en moins évidentes… et de plus en plus tordues : franchement, ça m’a gavé !

    Le reste du temps, on s’endort devant cet économiseur d’écran indé dont le bateau avance comme un escargot… avec de temps à autre une musique très désagréable faite de sons décousus et discordants. Enfin bref, donc… c’est un étron indé typique… typiquement mauvais, ennuyeux et nul à chier.    … Expand
  3. TeaStriker
    Mar 12, 2022
    8
    Excellent journey and art design.
    Thanks to developers for a uniqie indie game.
    Only minor side in consoles resolution changing too much.
  4. Rockebull
    Mar 3, 2022
    8
    It was another pleasant experience, just like its predecessor. Visually more impressive, filled with moments that you'd want to screenshot. Slightly more complex gameplay wise, but puzzles are still pretty easy. Pacing was good, except one bit that felt a little drawn out (you'll know it when you're there). The music wasn't as memorable as the first game, but still pretty good. I was goingIt was another pleasant experience, just like its predecessor. Visually more impressive, filled with moments that you'd want to screenshot. Slightly more complex gameplay wise, but puzzles are still pretty easy. Pacing was good, except one bit that felt a little drawn out (you'll know it when you're there). The music wasn't as memorable as the first game, but still pretty good. I was going to rate it 7, until the ending elevated to an 8. It was well-done, and opens up interesting opportunities for a possible sequel.… Expand
  5. bad_taste
    Mar 23, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Verstehe nicht das man bei diesem Spiel eine Postive Bewertung hergegeben kann.… Expand
  6. Nobilis1984
    Mar 14, 2022
    6
    Gameplay is better than in its predecessor. The story and the new companions are better.
    But the graphic is cruel. On the Series S it is a torture for the eyes.
    Also, the game is in duration tough and I was bored too fast.
  7. Ilkayson
    Mar 20, 2022
    9
    I finished the game, the dn successful independent game I've been playing lately. Its subject, graphics and non-boring puzzles connect you to the game. Congratulations to the production team.
  8. elirac
    Jun 7, 2022
    7
    A simple but entertaining game that you will enjoy.

    Because Far: Changing Tides is an indie game, you must not spect excellent graphics, intense music, or very complex history. What you will find is an elegant and entertaining game. The story can be simple, but the atmosphere will introduce you deeply to the feelings of the protagonist and his intense adventure to find other    A simple but entertaining game that you will enjoy.

    Because Far: Changing Tides is an indie game, you must not spect excellent graphics, intense music, or very complex history.

    What you will find is an elegant and entertaining game. The story can be simple, but the atmosphere will introduce you deeply to the feelings of the protagonist and his intense adventure to find other survivors of the flood. Other games with huge budgets but boring histories and large cinematic never accomplish this challenge.

    I enjoyed the relationship that the protagonist has with his ship. He is entirely alone, but they need to take care of the needs of his ship, creating an exciting feeling of companionship.

    I recommend this game for these types of seasonality where we are in the middle of the AAA launches at the end of the year the last year and the end of the current year.

    The cons: it is very simple (it will never be considered one of the most fantastic games of all time), and the challenges don't have enough clues to resolve them.

    I don't give a better score because, even though it is a good game, I consider that the scores of 8 or above must be for more complex games    … Expand
  9. Crocodile_
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    Amazing game, really i enjoyed playing it. Trust me and give it a chance you will like it!!
  10. Edd3000
    Mar 20, 2022
    9
    Very fun game, I loved it, maybe it's not for everyone but at least give it a chance, it could surprise you.

Awards & Rankings

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#21 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2022
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#61 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2022

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 30, 2024
    100
    You're in charge of taking care of your ship, so you drive it, cool it, repair it and figure out how to progress together. As a reward, it will take you through a beautiful environment to somewhere far over the horizon where you might find a new home. As well as the perfectly crafted splash of waves, the sound of the wind and the creaking of the remnants of civilization, there's some amazing music to accompany your journey through the silent world. [Issue#318]
  2. XboxEra
    May 27, 2022
    80
    Game length is about right and although there is very little narrative, the story does come full circle and has a satisfying conclusion. If you are looking for a chilled-out, unusual puzzle-solving game I heartily recommend this one.
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  3. Washington Post
    Mar 25, 2022
    85
    FAR: Changing Tides ably evokes the blissful passion of travel. It is the perfect antidote to overly-stuffed, bloated video games.
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