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Firewatch (PC)

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Developer: Campo Santo
Publisher: Panic Inc.
Game Details: In Firewatch you play as a man named Henry who has retreated from his messy life to work as a fire
In Firewatch you play as a man named Henry who has retreated from his messy life to work as a fire lookout in the Wyoming wilderness. Perched high atop a mountain, it’s your job to look for smoke and keep the wilderness safe. An especially hot and dry summer has everyone on edge. Your supervisor, a woman named Delilah, is available to you at all times over a small, handheld radio — and is your only contact with the world you've left behind. But when something strange draws you out ofIn Firewatch you play as a man named Henry who has retreated from his messy life to work as a fire lookout in the Wyoming wilderness. Perched high atop a mountain, it’s your job to look for smoke and keep the wilderness safe. An especially hot and dry summer has everyone on edge. Your supervisor, a woman named Delilah, is available to you at all times over a small, handheld radio — and is your only contact with the world you've left behind. But when something strange draws you out of your lookout tower and into the world, you’ll explore a wild and unknown environment, facing questions and making interpersonal choices that can build or destroy the only meaningful relationship you have.… Expand
Developer: Campo Santo
Publisher: Panic Inc.
Genre(s): General Adventure 3D First-Person
Number of players: No Online Multiplayer
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Critic Reviews
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81
Metascore Generally favorable reviews
51 Positive Ratings 78%
14 Mixed Ratings 21%
0 Negative Ratings 0%
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LEVEL (Czech Republic)
Apr 12, 2016
"This unconventional game combines strong story, beautiful natural surroundings and fantastically written and played characters. What it lacks in classic adventure mechanics, it makes up in great dialogue system between the main protagonists. [Issue#262]"
90
Forbes
Feb 8, 2016
"It’s a gripping, compelling story set in a truly beautiful world that’s worth exploring. Just go in with your expectations clear. This is a relatively short game that’s almost entirely about the story, which consists almost entirely of two people talking over radios to one another. You play a chubby guy in his forties talking to, presumably, a woman of a similar age who you never see. There’s really nothing else like it I can think of, which makes it all the more rewarding...I loved Firewatch, mostly, letdown with the ending notwithstanding" ... Read full review
90
IGN Sweden
Mar 15, 2016
"Firewatch is a fantastic game, it has great storytelling and believable characters. It’s one of the more refreshing gaming experiences I’ve had in years." ... Read full review
80
GameWatcher
Feb 8, 2016
"The ending will be a point of contention for some, but it all comes down to a perspective and regardless of that, you should play this game." ... Read full review
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PLAY! Zine
Mar 7, 2016
"Whether you're looking for several hours of mystery and drama or just a magnificent world to explore, do yourself a favor and spare a few hours of your time to experience Firewatch." ... Read full review
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Brash Games
Feb 9, 2016
"If you want fast paced action heavy moments, this isn’t for you. What the game does offer is mystery, intrigue and beautiful design. The game isn’t very long, but doesn’t need to be anything more as it feels compact, interesting and felt like a movie. " ... Read full review
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PC PowerPlay
Apr 7, 2016
"A bold experiment in semi-interactive narrative that doesn't quite succeed. [Issue#249, p.58]"
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7.2
User Score Mixed or average reviews
910 Positive Ratings 61%
358 Mixed Ratings 24%
220 Negative Ratings 14%
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amfxc
Feb 9, 2016
A thrilling story accompanied by absolutely beautiful artwork. Ever since you start playing the game it will be hard to put down. TheA thrilling story accompanied by absolutely beautiful artwork. Ever since you start playing the game it will be hard to put down. The conversation you have with the other character is never boring.… Expand
10
Pancakification
Feb 17, 2016
Buy this game.

The story is amazing. It maybe short but you feel the weight of your decisions after you have chosen them. Highly recommendBuy this game.

The story is amazing. It maybe short but you feel the weight of your decisions after you have chosen them. Highly recommend buying this game and playing through at least twice. The art is wonderful and the characters for what we see of them are great and thought through.… Expand
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brendo214
May 30, 2019
I can understand people being frustrated with the ending, but I think it ended in the only way it could have.
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kamhagh
Apr 20, 2017
The game is very very short for the price.
The art is stunning and the game is very relaxing.
the ending was a bit underwhelming but goodThe game is very very short for the price.
The art is stunning and the game is very relaxing.
the ending was a bit underwhelming but good overall!
it's funny how the whole game is nothing than a character moving around but they managed to make it interesting. if you're looking for something like call of duty this definitely isn't the game you will like.… Expand
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Dough15
Feb 10, 2016
Great narrative-experience, accompanied by top-notch voice acting, art-direction and pacing, that's therefore weakened by a heartlessGreat narrative-experience, accompanied by top-notch voice acting, art-direction and pacing, that's therefore weakened by a heartless conclusion that doesn't make justice to the mistery established early in the game. Firewatch is memorable, but replaying it seems pointless.… Expand
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SolusBatty
Feb 17, 2016
The art style of this game is just good enough to carry this game, as is the impressive voice acting because there is next to no gameplayThe art style of this game is just good enough to carry this game, as is the impressive voice acting because there is next to no gameplay elements. You walk from point A to B to progress the story dialogue, and if the game wasn't as short as it is (3-4 hours), you would do even more backtracking which just occasionally happens at this lenght. The story is intriguing enough. I've enjoyed the game, but i do not think it is worth its price.… Expand
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mrmustard
Mar 7, 2020
My experience with this **** game: Game starts out with a depressing intro, then after a short time my character bugged out and got stuck on aMy experience with this **** game: Game starts out with a depressing intro, then after a short time my character bugged out and got stuck on a rock so I had to re-do the entire game. Made it to the same point and it happened again, so I uninstalled this **** game and wish I never wasted my money. What a joke, literally no idea who gave this crap positive ratings, very suss… Expand
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