Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid

"Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid offers a nostalgic slice of rural Japanese life. The game creates a relaxing atmosphere for players to enjoy a carefree summer vacation. However, repetitive gameplay and technical issues, such as blurry visuals and performance drops …"

"Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid is a game that delivers what it promises, bringing an experience that seeks to transport the player, banking on nostalgia above all else. However, its tactics don&s;t go down so well here in the West …"

""Japanese countryside may be beautiful, but there&s;s only limited things to do.""

"Natsu-Mon! 20th Century Summer Kid is an open-world life simulator I had a lot of fun with. Live summer to the fullest as you explore Yomogi Town. Go climbing, fishing, bug catching, and even treasure hunting to collect everything. Talk …"

"Natsu-mon is a lovely summer getaway, with a ton of adventure packed that is sure to get you nostalgic as you catch bugs, fish, and take a break from your own reality."

"Natsu-Mon might not be the best game of the year, but it&s;s destined to be one of the most memorable and affecting. Its emergent storytelling helps you feel like the author of your own adventure. Its seamless open world provides …"

"We&s;re delighted that this game has made it to the West. And although performance and graphics aren&s;t up to scratch, and the translation is a bit wonky in places, Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid still is very much a playable …"

"Natsu-Mon! 20th Century Summer Kid is excellent despite its terrible frame rate. The West is very likely never going to get an official release of Boku’s games, but the truth is that Satoru has the better summer break."

"Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid is a deeply charismatic game and an experience that&s;s very much worth the time. For those who love the freedom to explore and want that nostalgic feeling of being a child in the countryside, it&s;s …"

"Natsu-Mon! 20th Century Summer Kid transports players to a nostalgic summer vacation in Yomogi Town, where they join Satoru in his carefree adventures. From bug catching to heartfelt interactions with town residents, this cozy game offers a charming escape from …"

"I feel like Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid launched at a time when I really needed it, and that made me appreciate this cozy life sim even more. After all, it’s so rare is to enjoy weeks of freedom, discovery, …"

"Even though I haven&s;t experienced all that Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid has to offer, I&s;ve seen enough to know that it should well serve a niche looking for a laid-back, Animal Crossing-like experience. The game follows a one-month summer …"

"Natsu-Mon is, without a doubt, a special game in Millennium Kitchen&s;s catalog. The feeling of nostalgia, discovery and adventure that the studio has mastered so well is more refined than ever, maintaining its essence and without falling into a cycle …"

"Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid provides a gaming adventure as cozy as its name. Its stakes may be low, but it packs in plenty to accomplish and will have players feeling nostalgic for a time they may have never even …"

"Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid isn&s;t exactly an emotional game, not an action-filled adventure or an extremely intricate story, but it&s;s a game sensible to memories and feelings that many people have experienced during their childhoods, be it in Japan …"

"Natsu-mon: 20th Century Summer Kid is a charming rural romp full of bug catching and recycling, perfect for a stress free evening."

"It’s impossible to experience everything that Natsu-Mon has to offer in a single play-through – much like how it’s impossible to get everything done that you want to over a summer. They’re always over too quickly. But then the very …"

"Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid is a quirky game where every second counts and doesn&s;t at the same time. It&s;s a game about the pure wonder of being a child and the conundrums you may find yourself in just exploring …"

"It’s the summer that never was in a town I’ve never been for a childhood that was never my own. Yet, in spite of all these nevers, it caught my attention and helped the old feel young again by capturing …"

"While light on visuals and variety, Natsu-Mon&s;s comforting world makes it a delightful summer escape."

"Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid is a great summery, relaxing time, with an engaging story, decent visual and sound design, and a lot of heart. There is a lot of fun to be had, even with the slightly unbalanced elements …"

"Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid is a delightful summer exploration game that harkens back to childhood days gone by in a refreshing way. There are tons to do and see, making it easy to recommend to anyone who’s looking to …"

"Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid is a cozy delight, a joyful reminiscence of childhood. It’s easy to pick up and can be played day by day. All this with little pressure and many easy-going hours of play."

"Natsu-mon: 20th Century Summer Kid is a heartwarming and magical ode to the long-lost summers of our childhood. It captures the essence of carefree exploration, the simple joys of rural life, and the power of making memories in a place …"

"Not knowing what to expect and then finding a gem is the best feeling for me. Natsu-Mon: 20th Century Summer Kid is the perfect game to bring back memories of the lazy summer days of my youth when the vacation …"