Forgotten Fields
April 15, 2021
Sid is a writer struggling with writer&s;s block, attempting to recapture the feelings of inspiration he felt when he was younger. In order to pay the bills, he needs to think up a story and apply for a grant - the deadline is today - a lazy Sunday in the …
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65.3
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"Though it’s not a bad game, Forgotten Fields is hampered by more than a handful of technical issues. Prepare to glitch through furniture and objects as you try and make your way around this otherwise beautiful world. It’s a shame, …"
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82.0
Gameplay
64.0
Story
73.0
"The feeling of being stuck is likely nothing new. Forgotten Fields takes this stringent emotion, along with others, and examines it in a short, personal story about embracing all that life offers. With graceful sights and sounds, the game hopes …"
Read original review"An experience which exudes humanity and warmth, from the writing to the visual style and music. A short game with some issues, but it packs a true emotional weight."
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30.0
Gameplay
30.0
Story
30.0
"Forgotten Fields is an amazingly well-written game, its strength resides entirely on its narrative, dialogue, and flawless soundtrack. The gameplay is simple but compliments the game by enabling its strongest points to shine through. It will tug at your heartstrings, …"
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50.0
Gameplay
35.0
Story
80.0
"It’s understandable to see the ambition and passion of telling an emotionally charged story, which most likely has to do with the developer’s experience, and that making games takes time, and often, even a small amount of money. But as …"
Read original review"Forgotten Fields, at first glance, is intriguing, meaningful, and deep. And maybe it is — it certainly has its beautiful moments that make you yearn for tropical beaches. But stunning cinematics and dazzling soundtracks can only carry a game so …"
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65.0
Gameplay
40.0
Story
85.0
"The beautiful story takes you on a sizable journey despite the short run time; it had me engrossed and packed a punch on more than one occasion. The choices made at key moments in the game felt meaningful for both …"
Read original review"Has some appeal for its mix of styles and ideas, but uneven execution and a story that could be hit or miss holds it back"
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70.0
Gameplay
75.0
Story
85.0
"Forgotten Fields is a great feelgood game for rainy days - or all days, to be precise."
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50.0
Gameplay
45.0
Story
70.0
"Forgotten Fields is a flawed, sometimes frustrating experience, but its best moments are authentic and relatable enough to still make the journey worthwhile."
Read original review"Forgotten Fields attempts a heartfelt dual narrative about a struggling writer and his fantasy story but falters due to clunky controls, technical issues, and outdated design. While its warm, introspective tone and soundtrack offer some charm, the gameplay is bogged …"
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60.0
Gameplay
55.0
Story
80.0
"There are a number of technical issues which blight Forgotten Fields but there’s nothing here that couldn’t be addressed over time and with patches. The core of the game, featuring a very human and relatable story mirrored in a literary …"
Read original review"Forgotten Fields is a very charming, warm game that I highly recommend. If you’re looking for an inspiring, emotional, and heart-warming story with personality-filled characters and humorous writing, it’s here in spades. The minimalist but stylised graphics are very appealing, …"
Read original review"Forgotten Fields is a beautiful game that tells a heartwarming and painfully relatable narrative. While its gameplay can be shallow, and there were numerous visual bugs, Forgotten Fields&s; narrative is so strong and meaningful that I could overlook its various …"
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15.0
Gameplay
10.0
Story
30.0
"Forgotten Fields is an unforgettable journey!"
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