Point-and-click

Closer the Distance

Single Player

Critic · IGDB

2024

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateAugust 2, 2024

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

Point-and-clickRole-playing (RPG)SimulatorAdventureIndieSimulationCasual

Playable on

PCPlayStationXbox

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PC (Microsoft Windows)PCPlayStation 5Xbox Series X|S

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About this game

Closer the Distance is a slice-of-life sim that tells a deeply emotional story about the connections between family and friends in the face of tragedy. Unearth long kept secrets, repair strained relationships, and help your loved ones move on.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Story focuses on grief, loss, and recovery.
Story centers on interconnected family and friendship relationships.
Combines life simulation with a community tragedy narrative.
Warm illustrated visuals create a subdued atmosphere.

Cons

Quiet pacing slows progress between major story developments.
Routine errands and life-simulation activities repeat frequently.
Choices and relationship management have limited effect on outcomes.
Some dialogue and characterization are melodramatic or uneven.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

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Point-and-click

Closer the Distance

Single Player

Critic · IGDB

2024

Released

Platforms

🔗🛒▶

📅 Release Info

Release DateAugust 2, 2024

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

Point-and-clickRole-playing (RPG)SimulatorAdventureIndieSimulationCasual

Playable on

PCPlayStationXbox

Show all 4 versions ▾

PC (Microsoft Windows)PCPlayStation 5Xbox Series X|S

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

Pros & Cons

Pros

Story focuses on grief, loss, and recovery.
Story centers on interconnected family and friendship relationships.
Combines life simulation with a community tragedy narrative.
Warm illustrated visuals create a subdued atmosphere.

Cons

Quiet pacing slows progress between major story developments.
Routine errands and life-simulation activities repeat frequently.
Choices and relationship management have limited effect on outcomes.
Some dialogue and characterization are melodramatic or uneven.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

Where to Buy / Play

Official stores where this game is available. Links open the store page in a new tab.

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