Fe Reviews
It’s currently £11.69 on Nintendo Switch (a bargain in my humble opinion) £17.99 on the EA store and around £15.99 for Xbox One. I would say selling it at £18 is asking a little too much for a game that has around 6 hours of gameplay if you don’t stop to smell the flowers. £14.99 would be slightly better – with £10 being the best.
"Fe" proves to be an entertaining experience with a lovingly staged world and a unique story. Especially the narrative style and the renunciation of fighting sequences predestine the title for different age groups. The play with colours as well as the dreamy sounds let the flora and fauna appear in an almost abstract light. However, the title as a whole lacks some dynamism and variety. Friends of The Journey, Unravel and Rime make a worthwhile purchase with "Fe" and should embark on an impressive journey with the little fox.
Review in German | Read full review
Fe was able to keep up the interest it aroused with his announcement until the end and in any case he fulfilled it after the game. Zoink! Games have created a wonderfully likeable world. You won't find challenging Metroidvania action in Fe, but it scores with great and emotional moments, interesting characters, varied areas and an all around fun adventure trip. Visually a feast for the eyes, acoustically atmospheric and optimally accompanying at any time. If you want to take an enchanting, entertaining trip through a mysterious world, Fe is the place for you.
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It doesn’t matter how clever or interesting your idea is, or how stunning and vibrant your game looks when it’s just no fun to play. Perseverance with Fe could ultimately yield some satisfaction but for me it was just too boring.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and that's especially true for a game like Fe. For every beautiful moment and every emotional musical chord, there's a gameplay element that just gets in the way.
Overall, Fe is a feast for the eyes and ears that, for the most part, also delivers a gentle and enjoyable gameplay experience. Interaction with the other forest creatures is always has a bit of a magical feel and in general it is surprising how many secrets are hidden in the space. If you’re down to just enjoy the ride and not rush to the end there’s quite a bit more to like, though more hard core gamers are likely to find it disappointing for its missed opportunities.
Fe is an another sucessful EA Originals title, although Unravel was a bit better. Fe suffers from minor issues and basically brings nothing new to the table, but it's still a title that deserves attention. Especially if you like adventure games with a touch of mystery.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
Fe begins with a promising concept but ends up as uninspiring platformer that suffers from technical problems. The Artstyle and the gameplay make you hope for more but the game never really delivers anything special and doesn't really want you to explore the world it offers a little bit more than necessary.
Review in German | Read full review
Visually the game is unique and something you have to see for yourself, the gameplay, sound and atmosphere are all really good. It is not Zoink who should be happy that EA took them for the EA Originals label, but EA should be happy that the Swedish developer wanted to bring Fe on the Originals label.
Fe is unlike anything that I have played in a long while, rekindling memories of the games from which it has openly drawn inspiration. As brave a creation as it is emotive, it’s an experience that I won’t soon forget and a world that I will forever long to explore once more.
Fe is a masterpiece in the adventure genre the likes of which the gaming industry sees about once per generation.
Fe isn’t spurred on by an easy to follow narrative but instead by a moving soundtrack that orchestrates your journey through a quaint world with the help of some pleasant platforming elements that are carefully weaved into this all-round lovely game. Zoink have conceived a setting which can only be compared to a mood ring in both colour and emotion alike, full of mystery and a delight to explore. They want you to halt your journey, look around, truly indulge in their handiwork and let out a satisfied sigh. As you interact with nature within the game, you gradually ignite a fire of need within you to protect it. Moreover, subliminal eco-friendly morals resonate whilst you play, leading you to care and truly become emerged in this ingenious world and the creatures that roam within it. Similar to likes of Journey and Abzu, Fe achieves a moving and memorable gaming experience by generating a magical, highly immersive environment that accounts for each and every emotional arc within the game. A touching tale and completely captivating title.
Fe achieves the goal of being a tiny tale from a behemoth of a publisher. The game itself isn’t a knock out of the park, but the world it has built and the experience of going through it was still enjoyable. Fe is a sound platformer, but not one you’ll likely hear from as time goes on.
Playing Fe makes it clear that Zoink has not only created a game, but also a piece of art that is a definite reflection on humans’ relationship with nature and the need for understanding that every creature has an important place in this world.
A treat for the eyes and ears, Zoink Games' Fe offers more actual gameplay than similar indie titles, but its choice to restrict player information can be frustrating at times. It’ll take some getting used to, but it ultimately rewards the player for being patient.
Fe is an unique-styled game that lets you explore to your heart’s content and will test your problem-solving skills. If you enjoy a dialogue-less game with no guidance, Fe is the right game for you.
After completing Fe, I'm happy to say that it was one of the most beautiful and memorable gaming experiences that I've played in a while.
I went through a flood of emotions in my first run through, from the calm peaceful walk through the forest to shouting at my TV for the aliens to leave my friends alone. This expertly paced journey through nature provides a similar spiritual cleansing that one gets on a summer hike, and that's a wonderful feeling if you're currently stuck with the winter blues.
Fe is a game that you want to get lost in. Even if you discard the beautiful visuals, the forest world has so many areas to explore that you'll enjoy wandering around aimlessly. Thankfully, the platforming and light puzzles are done well, so those who want some purpose have something to contend with, while the abstract storytelling will mesmerize others. Overall, Fe is an excellent game, especially for those who prefer exploration over violence.
Fe is a charming adventure game that succeeds at world building but there are some aspects of its game design that can also make it a frustrating experience.