Draugen

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  • Summary: Draugen is a single-player, first-person Fjord Noir mystery set in 1920s Norway. Explore a picturesque coastal community in your search for your missing sister, accompanied by your gregarious and enigmatic young ward.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. DarkStation
    May 28, 2019
    90
    Draugen didn’t make me a fan of walking simulators overall, as its excellent insight is more exceptional than a norm. However, it made me a fan of Edward and Lissie and the particular brand of storytelling designed around them. I was happy and most curious when the ending credits promised that the dynamic duo will return.
  2. COGconnected
    May 31, 2019
    80
    Draugen is not a revolutionary game, but it is a smart one. The story teeters between being overly explanatory and too ambiguous but never manages to succumb to either. Additionally, the two lead characters feel deftly crafted and relatable. The short length and a lack of replay value may deter some, but Draugen is a mystery worth losing yourself in.
  3. PLAY! Zine
    Jul 8, 2019
    80
    A psychological mystery meets the scenic fjords of Norway to bring you a new genre of fjord noir. Join Edward Charles Harden and his ward Lissie in their search for Edward's lost sister and unravel the mystery of the village of Graavik.
  4. Critical Hit
    May 28, 2019
    70
    Simple mechanically, yet sophisticated in its story, Draugen is a brief exploration of grief, trauma, and mental illness wrapped in a compelling mystery that only occasionally drops the ball.
  5. 3DJuegos
    Jun 6, 2019
    70
    The idea of companion gives some personality in a genre that is not renowned by the inclusion of secondary characters. We miss more cohesion between the different plots, especially in the final part.
  6. New Game Network
    Jun 5, 2019
    67
    Draugen is a frustratingly creative attempt from Red Thread Games that some will appreciate, while others brush it aside without much thought.
  7. Slant Magazine
    May 29, 2019
    50
    The game forsakes worldbuilding as it increasingly gives itself over to making the most digressive of statements.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 21
  3. Negative: 4 out of 21
  1. krzysprzybylski
    May 31, 2019
    10
    I'm giving this game 10/10 just because people're giving this game 1 point because they still think this is a horror. Normally I'd give thisI'm giving this game 10/10 just because people're giving this game 1 point because they still think this is a horror. Normally I'd give this game 9/10 but honestly. I can't leave metacritic with 4,5/10. This game deserves better… Expand
  2. uchiro
    Jun 5, 2019
    10
    The interesting game with a short story from my favorite studio Red Thread Games.

    The authors put a lot of effort into creating a feel of    The interesting game with a short story from my favorite studio Red Thread Games.

    The authors put a lot of effort into creating a feel of isolated Norwegian country of the beginning of the last century. They succeeded.
    * Beautiful views of the fjords and the recreated life of an ebbing village.
    * Neat work with the language. In the best traditions of walking simulators there will be a lot of notes, but they are not always in native language for the main character. So he will have some difficulties in understanding.
    * Gorgeous music from Simon Poole.
    * Cool weather effects

    PS You shouldn’t expect much from story.    … Expand
  4. sphair
    Jun 1, 2019
    10
    Absolutely loved it, fascinating story but the fun of character interactions is what drives the game. Short, but very nice to be able toAbsolutely loved it, fascinating story but the fun of character interactions is what drives the game. Short, but very nice to be able to finish it in a busy schedule. Not all games needs to be 100 hours. Embrace it as a movie.… Expand
  5. Anastasyah
    Jun 6, 2019
    7
    Nice game and nice story. Very interesting story really. Almost from start i have realized things about Lissie and i wondering about what willNice game and nice story. Very interesting story really. Almost from start i have realized things about Lissie and i wondering about what will happen with the main heroes. 7/10 only for short game, sorry… Expand
  6. JoelArpal
    Jan 5, 2021
    7
    Me parecio muy interesante su historia y su forma de contarla. No obstante, recuerdo que al final perdia bastante.
  7. LoletinAlexis
    Jun 11, 2019
    6
    Draugen is a curious experience that I notice lack of work, with a doubtful and uninspiring ending.

    Draugen contains a very personal and    Draugen is a curious experience that I notice lack of work, with a doubtful and uninspiring ending.

    Draugen contains a very personal and emotional story, which emanates emotions and is intelligent.
    However, the end of this experience and the final null clarification affect the final set.

    Draugen contains an extremely simple and limited gameplay, which affects the general freedom in Draugen.
    The abusive use of the "F" key (default setting) is impressive.    … Expand
  8. JAGUAR10
    Jun 13, 2019
    0
    Another Ragnar Tornquist dud! I watched gameplay on Youtube and had to turn it off after the first 20 minutes. That girl is so extremelyAnother Ragnar Tornquist dud! I watched gameplay on Youtube and had to turn it off after the first 20 minutes. That girl is so extremely annoying I winced every time she spoke! The protaganist is extremely boring and the plot is absolutely unrealistic. #1 I'd leave that brat, Lissie, at home!! #2 Why didn't he notify the Norwegian authorities if his sister has gone missing? People who are giving this game a 10 are either brainwashed TLJ fans or absolutely nuts. Tornquists' games have gone increasingly downhill since TLJ & Dreamfall. He can't even make a game without getting funded by the government of Norway. Was hoping things had changed after the Dreamfall Chapters disaster but they have not! Don't waste your money.… Expand

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