A Space For The Unbound

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  • Summary: A Space For The Unbound is a slice-of-life adventure game with beautiful pixel art set in the late 90s rural Indonesia that tells a story about overcoming anxiety, depression, and the relationship between a boy and a girl with supernatural powers.

    Follow two high school sweethearts, Atma    A Space For The Unbound is a slice-of-life adventure game with beautiful pixel art set in the late 90s rural Indonesia that tells a story about overcoming anxiety, depression, and the relationship between a boy and a girl with supernatural powers.

    Follow two high school sweethearts, Atma and Raya, on a journey of self-discovery at the end of their high school years. When a mysteriously supernatural power is suddenly unleashed threatening their existence, they must explore and investigate their town to uncover hidden secrets, face the end of the world, and perhaps learn more about each other.    … Expand

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. Guardian
    Jan 18, 2023
    100
    Characters are memorable and well drawn, literally and figuratively, and the game ably tackles thorny issues such as the consequences of school bullying, and the terrible toll taken by anxiety, depression and domestic abuse. For the most part, the 12-hour runtime flies by as you get to know every delightful nook and cranny of the cosy neighbourhood; only the final third drags a little. It feels worthwhile after the superb ending, though, which ensures that this game will live on in your memory for a long, long time after the credits roll.
  2. Gamezebo
    Feb 10, 2023
    90
    There are numerous interesting puzzles that unfold because of the game’s unusual mechanics and set up, and it would be almost unfair to ruin any of them for you here. We’d therefore recommend trying out A Space For The Unbound if you’re looking for something that’s clearly been made with love and passion – it’s hard not to be whisked away by its charms.
  3. Shindig
    Feb 16, 2023
    90
    All this in service of a tale that effortlessly juggles lighthearted humour with careful traversal of serious, difficult themes like domestic violence, while building to an especially emotional conclusion. A Space for the Unbound is an enchanting, sometimes confronting dive into a slice of Indonesian history, and a journey will worth taking.
  4. App Trigger
    Jan 18, 2023
    85
    A Space for the Unbound starts 2023 off right with one of the better narrative romps I’ve had in a long time. A slice-of-life narrative tale set in 90’s Indonesia and filled with supernatural twists finds a way to be compelling to all walks of life thanks to a well-crafted story with a lot of heart. Excellent world design and music help seal the deal. The game is moderately slowed down due to extensive foot travel and some strange point and click mechanics but the rest of the game is so interesting that you learn to roll with it.
  5. Nintenderos
    Jan 27, 2023
    85
    A Space for the Unbound tells a beautiful story with a lot of humanity and fantastic elements. Although its gameplay can get a bit tedious, it is an experience that we recommend to indie game lovers.
  6. Gamer Escape
    Jan 30, 2023
    80
    I especially recommend it if you’re a fan of adventure games with a lot of puzzles. You definitely won’t be disappointed given how plentiful and unique they are. Overall I am happy I got to play this gem of a game and am looking forward to more from Mojiken.
  7. CGMagazine
    Jan 19, 2023
    70
    A Space for the Unbound tries to stand on its story, but wraps it in a gameplay that is unbearably tedious.

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  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. sforsteam
    Mar 19, 2023
    10
    The game's story should be very relatable and touching to almost anyone. A perfect reminder that we should appreciate reality even if it isThe game's story should be very relatable and touching to almost anyone. A perfect reminder that we should appreciate reality even if it is not as good as a dream.… Expand
  2. Elias373
    Feb 13, 2023
    10
    Schönes Indie Spiel und mitunter das beste was es gibt.
    Schöne Story,nur der Kampf kommt etwas zu kurz
  4. LastResource
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    A great pixel art game with relaxing music and visual. It really drew me back to 90s era. Love it for every single moment of this game
  5. Fauzidante
    Feb 22, 2023
    10
    I really cant forget any story contain in this game because almost every depth of its story gives a very depth of emotion , it hasI really cant forget any story contain in this game because almost every depth of its story gives a very depth of emotion , it has unforgettable story like another top notch rpg games with a top notch story… Expand
  6. amzngredpanda
    Jan 20, 2023
    10
    Story, music, also the graphic is top-notch as narrative game! Also, the game is very nostalgic about the environment :D and the importantStory, music, also the graphic is top-notch as narrative game! Also, the game is very nostalgic about the environment :D and the important thing, YOU CAN PET A LOT OF CATS… Expand
  7. keanex
    Mar 21, 2023
    8
    Singular play-through.

    Graphics & Sound: Throwback pixel art style, basic at times, but charming. Some good sound moments. Nothing    Singular play-through.

    Graphics & Sound: Throwback pixel art style, basic at times, but charming. Some good sound moments. Nothing significantly memorable in either capacity, but effective in the moment. 3.5/5

    Story: Lots of sprawl to the story, but wraps up nicely in the end. It's a heavy story, but fell short of affecting me. I appreciate what it tried, it did a great job. 4/5

    Technicals: No bugs noticed, game ran well on the Switch. 5/5

    Gameplay: Simple gameplay, a bit more involved than a visual novel, but not significantly more than that. Adventure games aren't the pinnacle of gameplay. 2.5/5

    Replayability: Not much to really gain from playing again to me. 1/5

    Overall: Cute game that tackles a difficult subject, and does a good job in execution. For $20, it's a simple game with a solid story. I don't regret a penny spent on it. 4/5    … Expand
  8. curzon_dax
    Mar 25, 2023
    7
    The game is an in depth analysis on the borderline personality disorder; it goes through the journey of a girl's mind being betrayed by herThe game is an in depth analysis on the borderline personality disorder; it goes through the journey of a girl's mind being betrayed by her own father trying to find peace with that; it does it with the help of an avatar controlled by the player. The game is imperfect in that it drags too long explaining certain concepts and with excessive usage of allegory while the gameplay itself is too simplistic to offer any depth. Perhaps it would work even better as an indie film instead of a game because the best part of it is the core story and not the gameplay.… Expand

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