Sword of the Sea

"With its lovely music and stunning visuals, Sword Of The Sea is an experience that&s;ll stay with you for a long time; it&s;s quite fun to play, too! 🐳"

"Sword of the Sea is a therapeutic gaming experience that shows us how game development can be so close to a real art using a gorgeous presentation, stunning music, and an amazing story told without a single word spoken."

"My only gripe is that the story doesn&s;t offer a grandiose message or hit as hard as I would have liked, relying more on pageantry and spectacle to get by. But, rarely does a game take me aback and thank …"

"The latest title from the Abzu and Pathless developers, Sword of the Sea is a must-play meditative game that won&s;t take up much of your time."

"Movement, meaning and mindfulness combine in Giant Squid&s;s latest, a game of free-form expression and flow."

"Sword of the Sea is a perfect game to bid farewell to the summer. From start to finish, it offers a refreshing, carefree experience. There’s nothing better than seeing what it feels like to ride a flying skateboard across the …"

"Sword of the Sea remixes familiar elements from its own ancestry with some new ideas from totally different genres to create something new and refreshing. It’s a low stakes, high reward experience that pulls you right out of your seat …"

"Sword of the Sea&s;s journey is not as unforgettable and moving as that of Journey, but it still leaves a mark."

"Sword of the Sea comes highly recommended because it is a beautiful, immersive, and unique game, with masterful art direction and a formidable soundtrack, although it is weighed down by a vague storyline. Giant Squid reaffirms its identity with a …"

"The music is chill, the vistas are fabulous, and the vibes are immaculate. If you’re looking for a short, singular gameplay experience, Sword of the Sea will be perfect for you."

"Giant Squid Studios has created another fantastic game that combines the best elements of its previous titles into a gorgeous adventure that emphasises fast-paced and fun movement. With a tremendous soundtrack, beautiful art style and subtle storytelling, Sword of the …"

"Sword of Sea, like previous Giant Squid releases, is more of an experience than a game, and for the reasons that allow the studio to flex its creative muscle. With some gorgeous spectacles that are punctuated by a flawless score …"

"Sword of the Sea is a beautiful, almost-cozy experience that, like Giant Squid’s other titles, stands as a strong argument for games as art. The game has chill vibes and a gorgeous, atmospheric aesthetic while still delivering an eloquent narrative. …"

"It moves at the pace of a magical swordsperson speeding across sand dunes on a floating blade at 170 miles per hour (a speedometer unlocks after you beat the game), and it never gives you a reason to look away. …"

"Sword of the Sea was not just a fleeting experience, but one that surpassed all expectations. From its very first reveal, it was clear that we were witnessing a unique work and an enchanting journey. What the Giant Squid team …"

"Sword of the Sea perfects Giant Squid&s;s meditative adventure formula with stunning visuals, fluid hoversword surfing mechanics, and a masterful score from Austin Wintory. This beautiful three-hour journey is both the studio&s;s magnum opus and hopefully its last iteration of …"

"Sword of the Sea is absolutely must-play territory for fans of Journey. More than just a spiritual successor, utilizing that game’s artist/composer who both deliver some career-best work creates an entirely-new standard in the adventure/exploration genre. It might be a …"

"Sword of the Sea is worth playing, especially if you’ve recently navigated darker, more demanding, or overly intricate games and are craving a refreshing, peaceful experience. The game may not redefine the adventure genre—and its steep price could be a …"

"The boundaries between what is air, water, and land are totally blurred."

""A captivating, meditative adventure" Sword of the Sea succeeds in delivering a spiritual experience similar to Journey, but with a fresh identity focused on new skateboarding mechanics. Despite the vagueness of the narrative and some technical hurdles, the powerful visual …"

"Sword of the Sea is like a siren - beautiful, inviting and great to listen to. Despite cutting through with an impeccable sense of style, the lack of a cohesive narrative and short runtime feels like you&s;re treading water."

"Sword of the Sea certainly won&s;t have the same impact that Journey did all those years ago, but in so many ways, it feels like a direct evolution of that legendary experience. It&s;s a beautifully smooth game, set across a …"

"It’s a short journey that took me a smidge over three hours to complete, but heck, what a stupidly enjoyable three hours those were."

"Sword of the Sea felt like stepping into a living painting. Its distinct art style, which has become Giant Squid’s signature, combined with a powerful and fitting soundtrack, creates moments of pure serenity."

"While each playthrough might be short, the experience Sword of the Sea delivers and the many reasons it offers to play it again make for a spectacular experience. If you liked Journey, Pathless, or if you&s;re a fan of skate …"

"Behind this visually stunning game lies an astonishingly emotional story that is gripping even without any spoken dialogue. The relatively short playing time makes it perfect for a quick, intense session. However, thanks to the metrics and collectibles, it also …"

"A beautiful experience from start to finish, Sword of the Sea is one of the PS5’s best games."

"A great journey from its beginning to its end, it is one of the most beautiful games on PS5 with fast, fun, and smooth gameplay mechanics, along with a great artistic direction, breathtaking scenery that catches the eye, an excellent …"

"A wonderful and breathtaking adventure that can easily be called one of the greatest releases of the year."