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[PC] To the Moon
By Kalila 2013-11-28 01:11:57
I tried my best not to cry playing this, reading that it's impossible not to tear up after playing this, I failed and I'm so glad that I did.
Trailer
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Soundtrack (love it <3)
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Overview
Type or genre(s): RPG, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Tragicomedy, Psychological
Platform: Windows (PC)
Length: ~4.5 hours
File size: ~70mb
“How do I explain why it’s brilliant without spoiling what makes it so?”
- Eurogamer 9/10
“To the Moon is a game you must play.”
- GameSpot 8/10
“It’s simple, poignant, and full of heart.”
- PC World (GamePro) 10/10
Seriously, if you're in the mood for a great story, try this out. It only lasts about 4-5 hours, but it's well worth it. I'm so glad that I did, and I can't wait for their next big game to come out.
http://freebirdgames.com/to_the_moon/
http://store.steampowered.com/app/206440/
A random Steam review of the game: 10 of 10 people (100%) found this review helpful
Haz
Recommended
8.1 hrs on record
When your life comes to an end, what else is your life than the accumulation of your memories? To the Moon introduces the idea of having the possibility to rewrite your life in order to be content with it during you last conscious moments on this planet, but also presents you with the costs of doing so.
Besides having a philosophically interesting plot, this game features tonnes of little jokes and references that will keep the enjoyment up to scratch right from the start, all the way through the game, always knowing when it's appropriate to be funny.
This story is nicely accompanied by a lovely soundtrack that deserves to be picked up and having a listen to. Unless, of course, you have an intrinsic hate of piano music. The tracks are composed in such a way that they fit the individual scenes perfectly and add a genuine extra layer to the storytelling.
Playing this game for anything than its, frankly magnificent, storytelling capabilities would be a mistake though. Walking around feels like being in an outdated JRPG and further gameplay consists of non-imaginative puzzles that serve little purpose other than helping the player to not feel like they're watching a single cutscene.
Despite its flaws and being just a couple hours worth of an experience, I can do nothing else than recommend this wonderfully emotional piece of storytelling masterpiece, manly tears were shed. A must-play.
Posted: August 25th, 2013
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By Dalmonn Highwind 2013-11-28 01:30:45
Got this game in the last Steam Summer Sale, well worth the buy.
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By Bahamut.Keinn 2013-11-28 02:30:42
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By Cerberus.Tikal 2013-11-28 02:49:08
I'll get this on your recommendation, Kalila.
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By Valefor.Prothescar 2013-11-28 03:32:55
Played this at seha's recommendation a while back, it's the only game that's ever really hit me emotionally. Probably for certain reasons
Short steps, deep breaths
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By Bismarck.Osaia 2013-11-28 03:41:15
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By Valefor.Prothescar 2013-11-28 03:48:53
http://www.ffxiah.com/forum/topic/8236/video-game-music-you-cant-get-sick-of-one-per-post/60#2489294
Posted my favorite tracks there. I wouldn't recommend listening if you plan on playing. The game uses music to great effect to strengthen critical moments, so listening beforehand can ruin it
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By Valefor.Sehachan 2013-11-28 08:09:14
Like mentioned above I've played it unfortunately. I don't think this game was good for me.
Beautiful soundtrack also
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By Kalila 2013-11-28 14:53:27
I'll get this on your recommendation, Kalila. I hope you enjoy it :)
By Vyrerus 2013-11-28 15:31:18
Music's purty, but looks hmmm, sad and about love. Maybe I'll try it out when I'm home on Leave or somethin'
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By Valefor.Prothescar 2013-11-28 15:51:06
It's $2.99 on Steam due to Autumn Sale in case anyone didn't know
By Kalila 2013-11-28 21:09:02
2.99, wow nice :o
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By Bismarck.Patrik 2013-11-28 21:12:22
Ha, was just thinking I'd buy it once it goes on sale again after seeing this thread... looks like I'm grabbing it now~
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By Kalila 2013-11-28 21:50:07
Ha, was just thinking I'd buy it once it goes on sale again after seeing this thread... looks like I'm grabbing it now~ Let me know what you think! :)
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By Bismarck.Patrik 2013-11-29 12:04:32
Wow I ended up going through that from start to finish in one go... then I passed out >.>
I was really impressed. Great music, and a story that seemed cliche made really unique by the whole memory leap thing which went in a direction I did not at all expect. I really hope they add more stories to this like they hinted in the credits.
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By Leviathan.Behemothx 2013-11-29 16:29:01
Saw this thread and grabbed that game on Steam, seems good so far. Only thing that annoys me is that it forces full screen in 640x480 for some reason and the lower 10% of the screen is missing >< Anyone have those issues?
By Kalila 2013-11-29 16:29:23
Wow I ended up going through that from start to finish in one go... then I passed out >.>
I was really impressed. Great music, and a story that seemed cliche made really unique by the whole memory leap thing which went in a direction I did not at all expect. I really hope they add more stories to this like they hinted in the credits. Yea episode 2 should be out within the year I'd imagine, looking forward to it and I hope the quality stays the same or gets better!
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By Valefor.Prothescar 2013-11-29 16:35:12
Leviathan.Behemothx said: »Saw this thread and grabbed that game on Steam, seems good so far. Only thing that annoys me is that it forces full screen in 640x480 for some reason and the lower 10% of the screen is missing >< Anyone have those issues?
the game is coded using an archaic engine, so you can't change the resolution. What I do, however, is I press Alt+Enter to force windows to make the game windowed instead of fullscreen and then press Windows Key + numpad plus key in order to zoom the screen 200%. The visual quality ends up being a bit better that way than playing the game in a stretched out, non optimal fullscreen resolution.
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By Leviathan.Behemothx 2013-11-29 16:50:21
Valefor.Prothescar said: »Leviathan.Behemothx said: »Saw this thread and grabbed that game on Steam, seems good so far. Only thing that annoys me is that it forces full screen in 640x480 for some reason and the lower 10% of the screen is missing >< Anyone have those issues?
the game is coded using an archaic engine, so you can't change the resolution. What I do, however, is I press Alt+Enter to force windows to make the game windowed instead of fullscreen and then press Windows Key + numpad plus key in order to zoom the screen 200%. The visual quality ends up being a bit better that way than playing the game in a stretched out, non optimal fullscreen resolution.
Yeah, right after I made that post I browsed through the game's folder and saw that it was made in rpgmaker >< and yeah, alt enter doesn't fix anything since it will always start in full screen mode hence killing my two ffxi instances :P
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By Leviathan.Behemothx 2013-11-29 17:01:43
Gah, even DXwnd can't seem to prevent it from loading full screen... I guess I'll just run it from vmware lol
By Kalila 2013-11-29 17:04:55
Leviathan.Behemothx said: »Valefor.Prothescar said: »Leviathan.Behemothx said: »Saw this thread and grabbed that game on Steam, seems good so far. Only thing that annoys me is that it forces full screen in 640x480 for some reason and the lower 10% of the screen is missing >< Anyone have those issues?
the game is coded using an archaic engine, so you can't change the resolution. What I do, however, is I press Alt+Enter to force windows to make the game windowed instead of fullscreen and then press Windows Key + numpad plus key in order to zoom the screen 200%. The visual quality ends up being a bit better that way than playing the game in a stretched out, non optimal fullscreen resolution.
Yeah, right after I made that post I browsed through the game's folder and saw that it was made in rpgmaker >< and yeah, alt enter doesn't fix anything since it will always start in full screen mode hence killing my two ffxi instances :P In Steam, try right clicking the game in your library, go to properties, set launch options, and type in -windowed (or maybe just -window), then see if that helps.
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By Valefor.Prothescar 2013-11-29 17:10:40
doesn't support that unfortunately. :\ only way to window it is via ALT+Enter.
By Zyla 2013-11-29 17:29:16
seems interesting but if it has a sad ending i'll more than likely pass on it... i adore love stories, but i can't do sad endings, i have to have my kiss scene and happily ever after. yes, yes, i know... i'm totally cliche...
By Kalila 2013-11-29 17:31:06
seems interesting but if it has a sad ending i'll more than likely pass on it... i adore love stories, but i can't do sad endings, i have to have my kiss scene and happily ever after. yes, yes, i know... i'm totally cliche... It's sad happy tears!
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By Valefor.Prothescar 2013-11-29 17:31:58
Bittersweet ending, but there's multiple facets to the bittersweetness. Can't explain without spoilers ermagerd so hard not to talk about it
By Zyla 2013-11-29 17:36:04
hmm.. i may have to give it a shot, i dunno. is there any other console based rpg from either the ps1 or ps2 era that you maybe could compare the type of story/ending to? that would probably give me an idea as i've played most of those.
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By Valefor.Sehachan 2013-11-29 17:37:30
It's more like a visual novel with fairly minimal interaction. Can't say I can compare it to anything...it's sad in many ways, but I considered it a good end.
By Kalila 2013-11-29 17:38:59
seems interesting but if it has a sad ending i'll more than likely pass on it... i adore love stories, but i can't do sad endings, i have to have my kiss scene and happily ever after. yes, yes, i know... i'm totally cliche... Look, the sad part you know from the beginning, the happy comes from the ending. I thought it was very nicely done.
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By Valefor.Prothescar 2013-11-29 17:39:55
The only game parts really involve limited point-and-click adventure stuff and some very basic puzzles. It's as Seha said, a visual novel.
Ending can be considered good... but costly.
By Kalila 2013-11-29 17:41:05
The steam user review I gave at the very end of the original post describes the game very well, but kinda has too many details for me to not put it in a spoiler tag.
I tried my best not to cry playing this, reading that it's impossible not to tear up after playing this, I failed and I'm so glad that I did.
Trailer
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Soundtrack (love it <3)
YouTube Video Placeholder
Overview
Type or genre(s): RPG, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Tragicomedy, Psychological
Platform: Windows (PC)
Length: ~4.5 hours
File size: ~70mb
“How do I explain why it’s brilliant without spoiling what makes it so?”
- Eurogamer 9/10
“To the Moon is a game you must play.”
- GameSpot 8/10
“It’s simple, poignant, and full of heart.”
- PC World (GamePro) 10/10
Seriously, if you're in the mood for a great story, try this out. It only lasts about 4-5 hours, but it's well worth it. I'm so glad that I did, and I can't wait for their next big game to come out.
http://freebirdgames.com/to_the_moon/
http://store.steampowered.com/app/206440/
A random Steam review of the game: 10 of 10 people (100%) found this review helpful
Haz
Recommended
8.1 hrs on record
When your life comes to an end, what else is your life than the accumulation of your memories? To the Moon introduces the idea of having the possibility to rewrite your life in order to be content with it during you last conscious moments on this planet, but also presents you with the costs of doing so.
Besides having a philosophically interesting plot, this game features tonnes of little jokes and references that will keep the enjoyment up to scratch right from the start, all the way through the game, always knowing when it's appropriate to be funny.
This story is nicely accompanied by a lovely soundtrack that deserves to be picked up and having a listen to. Unless, of course, you have an intrinsic hate of piano music. The tracks are composed in such a way that they fit the individual scenes perfectly and add a genuine extra layer to the storytelling.
Playing this game for anything than its, frankly magnificent, storytelling capabilities would be a mistake though. Walking around feels like being in an outdated JRPG and further gameplay consists of non-imaginative puzzles that serve little purpose other than helping the player to not feel like they're watching a single cutscene.
Despite its flaws and being just a couple hours worth of an experience, I can do nothing else than recommend this wonderfully emotional piece of storytelling masterpiece, manly tears were shed. A must-play.
Posted: August 25th, 2013
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