FAR: Lone Sails

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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 41 Ratings

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  • Summary: FAR: Lone Sails is a vehicle adventure game. It’s just you and your machine vs. the big nothing. Traverse a dried-out seabed littered with the remains of a decaying civilization. Keep your unique vessel going, overcome numerous obstacles and withstand the hazardous weather conditions. HowFAR: Lone Sails is a vehicle adventure game. It’s just you and your machine vs. the big nothing. Traverse a dried-out seabed littered with the remains of a decaying civilization. Keep your unique vessel going, overcome numerous obstacles and withstand the hazardous weather conditions. How far can you make it? What will you find?… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Nintendo Life
    Aug 22, 2019
    90
    Without saying a word, FAR: Lone Sails conveys a poignant tale of hope and perseverance, masterfully balancing style with substance for an experience that feels every bit as sublime as it looks. Sure, you could grumble about the shortness of the experience, the occasionally obtuse puzzles and the very, very minor control issues, but these problems dissolve away once you're invested in the journey. We highly recommend that you give this a spin.
  2. IGN
    Aug 16, 2019
    90
    Far: Lone Sails is a gorgeous little game with an incredible soundtrack and a journey packed full of both stressful and serene moments alike.
  3. Vooks
    Aug 19, 2019
    90
    FAR: Lone Sails is one of those special games that does so much with the small amount of time it asks for. Completing it in one or two sittings feels entirely achievable, and has just enough depth to its gameplay to feel engaging without being bothersome. The experience it delivers is a wholesome jaunt through the end of the world that put a smile on my face and warmth in my heart.
  4. 4Players.de
    Sep 4, 2019
    85
    Inspired by games like Journey or Limbo, Lone Sails draws you in on Switch with charming music and an expressive art design. An emotional trip through an apocalypse void of humans.
  5. Gaming Age
    Dec 16, 2019
    83
    FAR: Lone Sails is fine for what it is, and I liked my time with it — but throughout it all, I couldn’t help but feel like it could’ve been even better than it was.
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  1. The Verge
    Sep 3, 2019
    Far: Lone Sails is a lonesome experience, but it’s also kind of a meditative one. It’s a bit like washing dishes without listening to something or talking to someone while you do it. You can find yourself getting lost in the monotony of the task, which lets your mind zone out. This might sound like a bad thing, but for me, it created a sort of focused-yet-relaxed state. By the end, even with all of the work, I didn’t feel stressed. Instead, that effort was a great way to unwind.

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  1. Positive: 11 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. Bellonintendo
    Sep 12, 2019
    10
    If you love a unique game go and play far lone sails. The game is very short you can finished it in less than four hours,but you feel wonderIf you love a unique game go and play far lone sails. The game is very short you can finished it in less than four hours,but you feel wonder and excitement.......… Expand
  2. dugan
    Aug 26, 2019
    10
    The artwork: extraordinary. The music: stellar. The story: riveting. The game play: exciting.

    While the game is short, it captivates from    The artwork: extraordinary. The music: stellar. The story: riveting. The game play: exciting.

    While the game is short, it captivates from the beginning and compels you to the finish. I have played hundreds of games over the years and this one stands out. If you are reading this, you have probably already seen screen shots, maybe video: let me say the game wil not disappoint you.

    I would love to say more, but I want you to experience it without spoilers.

    This game is a masterpiece, and I do not say that lightly.    … Expand
  4. jerkface910
    Sep 12, 2019
    10
    I LOVED this game as I was playing it. The world design is amazing and beautiful and the rhythm of keeping your vehicle in motion is veryI LOVED this game as I was playing it. The world design is amazing and beautiful and the rhythm of keeping your vehicle in motion is very satisfying. BUT buyer beware this game is only two hours long! Just as I felt it was picking up steam, it ended! There are no secrets or extras after you beat it so the replay value is very low. I was hoping for different vehicles or even different skins. *I originally gave this game a 5 because I was so mad at its brevity, but then I realized that was just because I enjoyed it so much. $15 for 2-3 hours of quality entertainment is not a bad deal. I plan on playing this game again just for the experience.… Expand
  5. jikflet
    Nov 13, 2019
    8
    Beautiful game!!! I would give it 10 if it was much longer. At the end of the game you want more!!! I replayed it 3 times already toBeautiful game!!! I would give it 10 if it was much longer. At the end of the game you want more!!! I replayed it 3 times already to satisfy my need of having more of it. of traveling in a post apocalyptic empty world. I really really wish for a longer sequel. or even for an update to give us an option to freely roam around exploring the world in our little machine. Please play this game if you haven't !!!… Expand
  6. Gerdo
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    This is an special game, it says no word at all and it manages to touch your feelings. It is a bit dark and melancholic. Still an amazingThis is an special game, it says no word at all and it manages to touch your feelings. It is a bit dark and melancholic. Still an amazing short adventure.… Expand
  7. Meeleepit
    Feb 4, 2020
    8
    Epic game with stunning visuals and a weird story and world.

    Keeping your vehicle going forward with all the obstacles was intense and fun.    Epic game with stunning visuals and a weird story and world.

    Keeping your vehicle going forward with all the obstacles was intense and fun.

    Very short game about 4 hours, so i would recommend to buy this on special only.    … Expand
  8. appledinger
    Oct 10, 2019
    4
    This game feels like a long tutorial for a game that doesn't exist.

    It's a pretty game, with some background elements that imply a    This game feels like a long tutorial for a game that doesn't exist.

    It's a pretty game, with some background elements that imply a potentially interesting story. However, I can't recommend playing this game, as watching play through on youtube would probably give you the exact same experience as playing it.    … Expand

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