The Pathless Reviews
Overall, The Pathless is good, but not great. The game is really hindered by its repetitive gameplay and visuals, taking away from what is initially a very fun experience. A solid voice cast and great music definitely serve it well, but it only takes it so far. It’s more than serviceable for a launch title, but it never soars to the heights that the player hopes for.
If made from familiar parts, The Pathless nevertheless delivers the goods as a fast-paced action-adventure romp and a mostly unspoken depiction of the bond between human and animal.
The Pathless wraps you with its agile mechanics and a sense of freedom. It is ecstatic to explore the world as the Huntress, who jumps and runs with speed and style while shooting arrows at targets. Progression is free and the vast settings have a lot of puzzles and story context, but the limited variety gets tiring after a while. The visuals, the music and the ambiance create an adventure with a contemplative feel, however the simplicity of many aspects is uncomfortable. In the end, The Pathless offers a unique, if not very memorable, journey.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Is The Pathless worth picking up alongside your PlayStation 5? From the creators of Abzu, The Pathless is a captivating open-world exploration game with unique movement mechanics, but don't expect a Zelda killer. Oh, and I hope you like puzzles, because The Pathless is filled with them.
You've probably played a game like The Pathless before, but you haven't played The Pathless. If you're into these types of games (you know who you are), this is another one you can add to the pile. I say "pile" endearingly, as it's short enough to justify playing right away without becoming backlog fodder.
The Pathless is surely the most ambitious project so far from Giant Squid and delivers thrilling gameplay elements that shine especially during boss fights. The often empty worlds and repetitive tasks are a bit of letdown but this game should still not be missing in everyones PS5 Library
Review in German | Read full review
The Pathless is a charming indie adventure with a strong atmosphere, engaging exploration and a myriad of fun puzzles that is too good to be forgotten amongst the next generation hype.
The Pathless suffers a way too linear narrative and game structure, but has an inspired art direction, more game features than Abzu, a great work and a great way to tell the players more about it.
Review in Italian | Read full review
The Pathless offers a visually stunning world, clever puzzles, and a unique movement mechanic that may appeal to some players. However, its repetitive nature in puzzle-solving and boss battles, combined with a somewhat cliché story, keeps it from reaching its full potential. While completionists may find value in exploring every nook and cranny, others might feel that more inventiveness and a less cliché narrative would have elevated the game. It’s a game worth trying, especially if you appreciate unconventional movement mechanics and captivating visuals, but it falls short of being a masterpiece.
The Pathless is a short but well-designed open-world game that doesn’t overstay its welcome. It’s mechanically fluid, brimming with atmosphere, and often a joy to explore.
It’s an ambitious game, but one that doesn’t overstay its welcome. Without a doubt, this is one path worth traveling.
Such a beautiful game just to spend time with, especially with the superb original score by Austin Wintory.
The Pathless is a gorgeous adventure with an entertaining traversal mechanic and a subtle but effective narrative. Running, jumping, and gliding around with your eagle friend while solving enigmatic puzzles is a real joy. While some lackluster stealth sections and difficulty maneuvering during some boss sections are present, it doesn’t take away from the overall experience. Whatever direction you decide to travel, The Pathless leads you to some special gaming moments.
[The Pathless'] presentation, its challenges and puzzles, and its unique one-two archer-and-falcon punch are noteworthy enough to pick it up as either a PC indie darling or a lovely launch title for your newly-acquired PS5. In other words, take flight.
The Pathless is simple in principle, skillful in application and mesmerizing in looks, it's a gift you reward yourself with.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
The Pathless is a unique and good way to start your journey in The new generation of consoles. Creators of Abzu have made a great game once more and invited you to an amazing and of course, challenging experience. Platforming and combat are very well combined and Austin Wintory made a beautiful soundtrack again. Finally i must say, If you play it, The Pathless will be one of the most enjoyable and unique journeys in your gaming life.
Review in Persian | Read full review
There is so much beauty and feelings in this game. Creators of ABZ& 219; made another masterpiece.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
The Pathless focuses on style and fast-paced movement and does it well, but leaves a bit to be desired on the Nintendo Switch.
The Pathless is an enjoyable adventure to a serene island filled with satisfying puzzles, mesmeric traversal and gripping boss showdowns. Some small frustrations, including unnecessary stealth sequences and little reason to deviate from the main objective, hold the game back, but the polished moment-to-moment gameplay combined with the inspired soundtrack make for a pleasing and fun experience that's easy to recommend to fans of open world and puzzle games.