FAR: Lone Sails - An interesting short, silent adventure

Hello everyone,

If you lean more towards narrative-focused games over gameplay-focused ones, I have an interesting recommendation for you.

FAR is a sidescroller adventure game that involves no combat. You play as a pilot of a peculiar automobile-like machine that requires continuous fueling to keep moving forward. The game presents you with the task of maintaining the automobile while navigating through blockages and solving puzzles.

Initially, I was hesitant to continue playing because I generally find stressful games off-putting. This game hinted at potential stress with the management of various locomotive controls. However, I’m happy to report that the game does not overstay its welcome, and the maintenance aspect is never overly punishing. In fact, it’s quite rewarding.

While I can’t directly compare it to another game, FAR strikes a fine balance between management and a chill/cozy experience. It reminds me somewhat of Somerville or Inside, but it stands out because it doesn't rely on trial and error or constant dying to figure things out. Although the world within the game appears hostile, there isn’t any real danger for the player.

The game subtly tells a silent story as you explore a beautiful yet exhausted world. The music is mesmerizing, and the art style combines simplicity with the feel of oil painting. The game wraps up quickly and doesn't rely on dialogue or text, yet manages to convey so much.

This is the type of game, similar to Inside, that are more of an experience wrapped up in a game. This one manages to be actual fun while at it.

I recommend this game to any player.

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