Desta: The Memories Between

Desta: The Memories Between

September 26, 2022

ActionPuzzleRPG Nintendo SwitchPC

Desta: The Memories Between is a character-driven rogue-like, featuring an immersive story, strategic turn-based tactics, and… a metaphorical ball game? From the creators of Monument Valley, Desta: The Memories Between is a story of broken relationships, words left unsaid, and the chance to explore your own dreams for answers. EXPLORE …

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Critic Reviews (7)

Chris White God is a Geek Sep 2022
90.0 /100

"Desta: The Memories Between is a perfect example of Ustwo Games&s; flare for poignant storytelling and inventive gameplay."

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Farley Santos GameBlast Sep 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

88.0

"Desta: The Memories Between uses tactical dodgeball matches to address reflections on complex themes. The clashes are intuitive and varied, being very fun to make complex plays with the ball bouncing through obstacles or opponents. Skills and different allies offer …"

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Giovanni Colantonio Digital Trends Sep 2022
70.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

64.0

"Desta: The Memories Between is a touch thin at launch, but it packs in"

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Josh Harmon MMORPG.com Sep 2022
60.0 /100

"Desta: The Memories Between can&s;t quite figure out how to make the most of its odd genre mashup. Though the individual elements are solid, a lack of commitment to roguelike randomization in the single mode available at launch means the …"

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Kyle Hilliard Game Informer Sep 2022
70.0 /100

"In Desta, anxiety dreams take the form of a tactical dodgeball game--and it works."

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Nicholas Richie Checkpoint Gaming Sep 2022
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

85.0

"Desta: The Memories Between provides a difficult narrative filled with grief and regret. However, through its meditative, albeit unintuitive gameplay, it provides a safe and reflective journey into Desta&s;s heart. An experience that may have the player remembering back on …"

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Roland Ingram Nintendo Life Sep 2022
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

68.0

Story

72.0

"With charm and polish and great respect for the player&s;s time and ability, Desta: The Memories Between manages to land a clever and touching concept. The story and voice acting keep the levels ticking by and elevate what could have …"

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