Shooter

Original Journey

Single Player

1.7

Users · IGDB

2017

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateAugust 16, 2017

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

ShooterPlatformRole-playing (RPG)AdventureIndie

Playable on

PCPlayStationXboxNintendo

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PC (Microsoft Windows)MacPlayStation 4Xbox OneNintendo Switch

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About this game

Join the forces of the Ato as they set off on a journey across the universe to save their planet from a slow death. Find out how far one species is willing to go to save itself in this gorgeous hand drawn action adventure from Bonfire Entertainment.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Hand-drawn visual style defines the game's presentation.
Weapon customization provides variety in combat builds.
Emotionally focused story about survival and sacrifice.
Atmospheric environments and soundtrack create a sense of isolation.
Straightforward shooting and upgrades keep combat accessible.

Cons

Combat encounters become repetitive over the campaign.
Limited enemy types reduce variety in encounters.
Predictable plot and underdeveloped character writing.

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

Where to Buy / Play

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Shooter

Original Journey

Single Player

1.7

Users · IGDB

2017

Released

Platforms

🛒▶

📅 Release Info

Release DateAugust 16, 2017

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

ShooterPlatformRole-playing (RPG)AdventureIndie

Playable on

PCPlayStationXboxNintendo

Show all 5 versions ▾

PC (Microsoft Windows)MacPlayStation 4Xbox OneNintendo Switch

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

Pros & Cons

Pros

Hand-drawn visual style defines the game's presentation.
Weapon customization provides variety in combat builds.
Emotionally focused story about survival and sacrifice.
Atmospheric environments and soundtrack create a sense of isolation.
Straightforward shooting and upgrades keep combat accessible.

Cons

Combat encounters become repetitive over the campaign.
Limited enemy types reduce variety in encounters.
Predictable plot and underdeveloped character writing.

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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