Roadwarden

"Even with a few technical issues, Roadwarden preserves its best qualities on the Switch version, proving itself to be an essential RPG for those who love compelling narratives and adventures with free choices. In the end, the mission to be …"

"Roadwarden is a fascinating take on the RPG genre that has a lot to love. Its setting is deep and well fleshed out, and the interactions players have with it are impactful and fun to navigate. The stories it tells …"

"That experience seems even more intimate on Switch 2, allowing you to take the narrative with you wherever you go. Roadwarden stands out as a reminder that intimacy, choice, and consequence can be just as potent in a period where …"

"A dark world with writing and game systems that stand apart from most other RPGs and adventure titles."

"I really hope that Roadwarden on other platforms doesn’t have the issues that plague these Switch ports, and if they don’t – this is a cracking game that I would highly recommend. As it stands through, I have to review …"

"Roadwarden is a fantastic game on PC. A remarkably well-written adventure that sits somewhere between a thick book and an RPG. It&s;s ambitious, atmospheric, and offers countless choices with real consequences. But the Switch 2 version is a disaster. Slow …"

"Endless Hordes of Shit-Throwing Apes"

"A beautifully structured, rich and thoughtful adventure with gentle but decisive RPG elements."

"Roadwarden is an impressive text adventure RPG, but the Switch version is severely lacking when it comes to technical conditions. It&s;s a shame as this should be one of the best of its kind on the platform, but it&s;s just …"

"Roadwarden is an illustrated text-based RPG that blends narrative choice, exploration, and role-playing mechanics. You play as a lone roadwarden traveling dangerous frontiers, tasked with connecting settlements, forging relationships, and uncovering mysteries in a harsh, lived-in fantasy world. The game’s …"

"If you’re into more classic text-based play, this is an outlier that delivers just that and more, but be warned that the interface and some hiccups can be annoying at times"

"Packed with some of the best writing of 2022, Roadwarden’s story will grip you right from the start. Take your time, read all the entries and get lost in its beautiful and desolate world. It’s the perfect blend of RPG, …"

"An atmospheric and compelling text-only role-playing game, with a realistic approach to survival and building relationships – where every action and failure comes with lasting consequences."

"Roadwarden is a fascinating text-based RPG that delivers top-notch writing, meaningful and impactful choices, and way more interactivity than you may be expecting from a game of this type. Managing your time, health, armour, and more as you explore and …"

"Roadwarden is not only an homage to classic text-based adventures but rekindles the genre with a masterful blend of contemporary features that makes for an interactive experience in a memorable universe."

"Roadwarden deserves a perfect score, but the Nintendo Switch version is not well-optimized for the console. The UI feels a little clunky, and there is a weird lag, whether you are using the touchscreen or the controls for playing the …"

"Roadwarden boasts charming, fitting art, immersive sound direction, and arguably one of the best-written texts in RPGs, with a particular emphasis on the expressiveness and social and natural richness of its world. The game is highly recommended for any fan …"

"Roadwarden is not a game for everyone — and that’s part of what makes it special. If you want fast-paced combat or endless crafting, you won’t find it here. But if you love rich storytelling, roleplaying depth, and choices that …"

"An enjoyable text RPG with well-crafted plot which literally consumes you."