Strangeland Reviews

Strangeland is ranked in the 51st percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Renan Fontes
Top Critic
8 / 10
Aug 19, 2021

Moody, thought provoking, and chillingly beautiful at times, Strangeland, is a bizarre take on the point-and-click genre that will stick with players long after the credits roll. The story itself is dense with a script layered in symbolism, but never so obtuse where the uninformed can't get by. Thematically, much of the plot centres around the self - self-acceptance, self-doubt, self-destruction, and self-actualization - along with the pursuit of identity. Puzzles lean into the hostile aesthetic to provide a fair degree of challenge, while hints are always available. It all makes for a well-paced, well realized journey that doesn't outstay its welcome. Strangeland is a short adventure, but one of the finest entries in the genre.

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GameMAG
Top Critic
7 / 10
Jul 12, 2021

Even with great visuals, interesting characters, and engaging plot, by the end Strangeland sadly loses all of its momentum, presenting itself with a really lackluster final act. But given how rare those types of games are, new project from Wormwood Studios is still worth your attention.

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6.5 / 10.0
Jun 22, 2021

Amusing visual style and characters, but story is too short.

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7.5 / 10.0
Jun 3, 2021

Despite its shortcomings or 'could be better' parts, Strangeland is definitely an adventure game that should be played. Strangeland is the right choice if you're looking for a dark and grim adventure game full of disturbing content. However, it must be said that it's one step behind Primordia in general.

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Jun 2, 2021

Strangeland’s cosmic horror take on grief and mental illness creates a compelling story world, despite its flaws.

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PC Gamer
Top Critic
69 / 100
May 28, 2021

The narrative is strong and dark, but the game beneath it struggles to keep up.

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70%
May 26, 2021

Strangeland is a successful spiritual successor to Primordia, but not even the strong art style or the impressive surreal atmosphere were enough for the game to rank among AGS's best.

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KeenGamer
Top Critic
8.8 / 10.0
May 25, 2021

Pulsating horrors and puzzling wordplay abound in the place you know as Strangeland. Explore a decaying world filled with bizarre residents and solve supernatural puzzles in this point-and-click adventure. Will you find your way out of this otherworldly prison - or will you fall to the call of the void?

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GameSpew
Top Critic
7 / 10.0
May 25, 2021

Whether or not you find the destination satisfactory, Strangeland’s journey is a joy. It dips into the grotesque without getting too in-your-face, and despite some downbeat and occasionally distressing themes, it’s uplifting in all the right places.

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5 / 10.0
May 25, 2021

Strangeland is an interesting foray by Wormwood Studios into the more artistic side of gaming, but will leave many feeling unfulfilled.

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8.3 / 10.0
Mar 27, 2020

I really enjoyed playing through Strangeland, and having left a few puzzles unturned and wanting to hear the rest of the commentary, I might circle back one more time. And while I can’t put this game in the upper echelon of adventure games I have had the pleasure to play through over the years, it nevertheless is great, and I’m happy to recommend it.

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