Old Man's Journey
What it's about
In words of its own creators, Old Man's Journey is a story game about life’s precious moments, broken dreams, and changed plans. This heartfelt game will transport you through an old man's life, immersing yourself in quiet and inquisitive puzzles.
Released date: 20/02/2018
Platforms: Android, iOs, Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4
Developer: Broken Rules
Publisher: Broken Rules
Genre: Puzzle
Mode: Single Player
Age Rating: PEGI 3
Play time duration: 60 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Art: Clemens Scott, Brian Main and Lip Comarella
Music: Andrew Rohrmann
Gameplay
It's hard to talk about this without venturing into spoiler territory. The story begins when an old man receives a mysterious letter. Promptly, he prepares a backpack with everything he needs and sets out on his journey. The narrative unfolds as we follow this character through various landscapes, which are presented to us in the form of puzzles that we must solve. The player is rewarded for solving these riddles with a glimpse into the old man's memories, which will gradually allow us to piece together his past.
The game mechanics are simple. The player's role is limited to moving the landscape, allowing the old man to continue his path. Normally this task will be easy, but it's possible to get stuck every now and then for a few minutes.
Opinion ★★☆☆☆
From my perspective, the game's greatest appeal lies in its visual aspect and, especially, in its beautiful story. However, it lacks the presence of other types of puzzles, as these, although simple and enjoyable, can become quite repetitive. At the end of the day it is a game whose main objective is not to offer complicated challenges, but a nice story to enjoy quietly.