Firewatch
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Critic Reviews for Firewatch
Gorgeous and clever, Campo Santo's debut is a triumph of craft - but it may keep you at arm's length.
Firewatch is amazing for many reasons, but above all because it's an adult game that deals with serious issues, with realistic adult dialogue to match. And it deals with those issues just like actual adults would: sometimes with humor, sometimes with anger, and sometimes with sadness. It is among the very best of the first-person narrative genre, and it reminds us what video game storytelling is capable of in the right hands. It's a game I can see coming back to every year or two just to revisit its beautiful sights and memorable characters – just like a good book.
Firewatch puts story first and delivers a compelling mystery that sends players into the Wyoming wilderness with nothing but a map, a walkie-talkie, and a lot of questions.
A captivating journey into a beautiful, atmospheric wilderness, with a touching story that doesn't always hit the right notes.
A stunning example of interactive storytelling, Firewatch's greatest success is making you feel like it's really happening to you. And the less you know about it going in, the more you'll enjoy it.
Fans of slow-burning stories will find much to appreciate here
Though its plot doesn't fully pay off, Firewatch gives you a thorough, thoughtful insight into the formation of a meaningful relationship.
Industry Coverage
Firewatch maker Campo Santo is now owned by Valve
