SEASON A letter to the future (2023) | Gameplay Review (PS5)
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Season: A Letter to the Future[a] is a 2023 adventure game developed and published by Scavengers Studio. The player controls a young woman from a small village documenting the world as it comes to an end. The game was released in January 2023 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Windows.
Season received generally positive reviews from critics for its writing and art style.
Gameplay
In Season, the player controls Estelle, a woman traveling the world, as she records her experiences in her journal. She can document her sightings by writing, drawing, taking photos, and recording audio and videos. The game also features extended bicycling segments. When Estelle dismounts, she can interact with non-player characters and share her findings with them.
The Good:
* Unique and immersive atmosphere
* Beautiful visuals and a carefully crafted world
* Great sound design
The Bad:
* Way too short
* Very basic mechanics
* Some camera control issues
Conclusion:
SEASON: A letter to the future is like a vertical slice of an entire experience. It feels like a part of something bigger and leaves you with plenty of questions, and also wanting more. It is just like life in the sense that it does not give you what you want, and it is up to you to figure out what is going on. The story does a great job creating an immersive atmosphere, but it does not really give a sense of fulfillment. The lack of a proper conclusion leaves things wide open.
Overall the game is a great indie production and one that will enchant the people who are into games revolving around questions about the meaning of our existence. It is a beautifully crafted walking simulator, with a unique atmosphere and some memorable moments, but no replay value at all.
Review:
STORY = 7
GAMEPLAY = 8
CONCEPT = 9
GRAPHICS = 8
AUDIO = 8
MULTIPLAYER = 0
FINAL RATING = 8
Review: VERY GOOD