Evan takes a look at “Walking Simulators”
You know those “games” where there’s hardly any gameplay, and you just walk through an environment? Evan presents a collection of some of his favourites. These misunderstood gems are perfect for when you feel like a truly immersive or more narrative-focused experience. After all, it’s hard to really feel the emotional depth of a character after they’ve just killed their 10,000th baddie (or offensive ethnic stereotype).
Featured Games:
Dear Esther
Gone Home
Jazzpunk
Thirty Flights of Loving
The Stanley Parable
Mind: Path to Thalamus
Ether One
Proteus
Eidolon
Only If
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
Dream
NaissanceE
Among the Sleep
Bonus Mystery Walking Simulator
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