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I finished it in one sitting and it stuck w/ me for days, short but powerful
every frame is wallpaper-worthy, played it docked and then again in handheld just to soak it in
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- Rating: 5 of 5
About this item:
- Emotionally Powerful Narrative: GRIS tells the story of a young woman navigating grief through a beautifully symbolic world, where each stage represents a different emotional state.
- Striking Art and Animation: Features hand-drawn watercolor visuals and elegant animation that create a visually stunning and meditative experience.
- Atmospheric Soundtrack: The hauntingly beautiful original score by Berlinist complements the visuals and enhances the emotional journey.
- Accessible Gameplay: Combines light platforming and puzzle-solving with zero combat, making it a calm, reflective experience that emphasizes exploration over challenge.
- Progressive Abilities: As the world evolves with the protagonist's emotional growth, you unlock new abilities that allow deeper exploration and interaction with the environment.
- Award-Winning Indie Gem: Celebrated for its artistic vision, GRIS has received numerous accolades for its narrative, design, and music.
Game details:
- Developer: Nomada Studio
- Publisher: Devolver Digital
- Release Date (Switch): December 13, 2018
- Genre: Platformer, Adventure, Art Game
- Modes: Single-player
- Platform: Nintendo Switch (also available on other platforms)
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GRIS for Nintendo Switch: Should You Buy It?
Highlights and Advantages
- Stunning, emotionally resonant art style and evocative soundtrack.
- A unique, challenging, and rewarding puzzle-platforming experience.
- A surprisingly touching and impactful narrative told without words.
Similars
- Celeste: Offers more demanding platforming challenges and a more explicit narrative.
- Journey: Shares a focus on atmospheric exploration and emotional storytelling, but with different gameplay mechanics.
- Ori and the Will of the Wisps: Provides a more expansive world and a broader range of gameplay mechanics, but a more fantastical art style.
What You Need to Know Before Buying
Before purchasing GRIS, ensure your Nintendo Switch has enough available storage space. The game doesn't require strong hardware, but a stable internet connection is needed for downloads. Also, consider your tolerance for puzzle games that require precision and patience; some sections can be quite challenging.
Extra Tips
- Watch a gameplay video to assess whether the art style and gameplay appeal to your preferences.
- Read reviews from other players to get a broader sense of the experience.
- Consider playing similar games (like Celeste or Journey) to gauge if this style resonates with you.
- Be aware that the game's emotional impact might resonate differently with different players.
- The game is relatively short; factor this into your purchasing decision.
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I finished it in one sitting and it stuck w/ me for days, short but powerful
every frame is wallpaper-worthy, played it docked and then again in handheld just to soak it in