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Dear Esther: Landmark Edition
Dear Esther is a first-person game about love, loss, guilt and redemption. Driven by story and immersion rather than traditional mechanics, it's an uncompromisingly emotional experience.
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PressA2Join
Sep 26, 2016
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COGconnected
Sep 20, 2016
I can only say this: give Dear Esther a chance; it could prove to connect with you on a deep and personal level while challenging your perception on gaming as an art form. Or, you’ll find it pointless and know to avoid these interactive experiences in the future.
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Gaming Nexus
Sep 21, 2016
There’s a reason why Dear Esther spawned the “walking simulator” genre. It was the first, and is still one of the best, exploration games you can play. On your second playthrough, however, the directors commentary is why you're really here. * The product in this article was sent to us by the developer/company. Randy gravitates toward anything open world, open ended, and open to interpretation.
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Brash Games
Sep 20, 2016
Dear Esther: Landmark Edition is an experience that has held my imagination for days after finishing it. It is beautiful yet haunting, sad yet inspiring. It may be short, but it is perfectly paced, and you owe it to yourself to experience this game, it will leave you breathless. REVIEW CODE: A complimentary Microsoft Xbox One code was provided to Brash Games for this review.
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GameCritics
Sep 29, 2016
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Digitally Downloaded
Sep 26, 2016
Say what you want about Dear Esther, but The Chinese Room really know how to respect its legacy. Almost a half decade on since it first saw light as a Half Life 2 mod, Dear Esther has captured the hearts and minds of players, effectively started a genre and polarised the gaming community perhaps irreversibly. And the developers absolutely know this as they relentlessly justify their artistic choices in the commentary. This game is rich and thought provoking in its design, hiding its depth behind simplicity. It deserves an hour of your time.
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Windows Central
Sep 19, 2016
Dear Ester, is in no uncertain terms, amazing. Its mysterious storytelling, haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals create an experience you won't want to wait to throw yourself back into. Pros: - Incredible visuals - Mysterious and compelling narrative - Beautifully composed soundtrack Cons: - Dreadful walking speed, but understood as it would limit the length of the game. Lauren Relph is a games writer, focusing on Xbox.
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Multiplayer.it
Feb 21, 2017
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ICXM
Sep 20, 2016
Dear Ether could be improved if it featured more interactivity like certain objects you can manipulate. I was always curious about opening the cover of books and reading what they said inside or reading what it said on that lone piece of paper resting under some candles. Other than that, it’s phenomenal and all Xbox One owners who want their minds to be challenged should purchase this title.
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Xbox Achievements
Sep 20, 2016
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