Adventure

Wayward Strand

Single Player

Critic · Metacritic

2022

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateSeptember 15, 2022

Developer

Publisher

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Genres

AdventureRPGSimulationIndie

Playable on

PCPlayStationXboxNintendo

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PCPlayStation 5PlayStation 4Xbox Series S/XXbox OneNintendo Switch

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About this game

Wayward Strand is a heartfelt interactive story, told in a unique and curious way. Play as Casey Beaumaris - intrepid teenage journalist - as she visits an airborne hospital for the first time. Uncover the airship's mysteries, and explore the lives of its inhabitants.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Distinctive hospital airship setting for character-focused storytelling.
Character-driven stories about residents and staff aboard the ship.
Characters follow independent schedules across a living ship.
Quiet treatment of aging, illness, memory, and relationships.
Hand-drawn visuals, subdued atmosphere, and period setting.

Cons

Gameplay mainly consists of walking, listening, and observing.
Quiet pacing includes extended waiting and following conversations.
Some conversations and storylines cannot be seen in one playthrough.

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

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Adventure

Wayward Strand

Single Player

Critic · Metacritic

2022

Released

Platforms

🔗🛒▶

📅 Release Info

Release DateSeptember 15, 2022

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

AdventureRPGSimulationIndie

Playable on

PCPlayStationXboxNintendo

Show all 6 versions ▾

PCPlayStation 5PlayStation 4Xbox Series S/XXbox OneNintendo Switch

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

Pros & Cons

Pros

Distinctive hospital airship setting for character-focused storytelling.
Character-driven stories about residents and staff aboard the ship.
Characters follow independent schedules across a living ship.
Quiet treatment of aging, illness, memory, and relationships.
Hand-drawn visuals, subdued atmosphere, and period setting.

Cons

Gameplay mainly consists of walking, listening, and observing.
Quiet pacing includes extended waiting and following conversations.
Some conversations and storylines cannot be seen in one playthrough.

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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