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Critics Hail 'Old Skies' as a Modern Adventure Game Classic

Wadjet Eye Games' time-traveling point-and-click adventure receives acclaim for its emotional depth, innovative mechanics, and touching narrative.

Old Skies review
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Overview

  • Old Skies, developed by Wadjet Eye Games, combines time-travel puzzles with classic point-and-click mechanics to deliver a unique gameplay experience.
  • Players take on the role of Fia Quinn, a time-traveling agent in 2060s New York, navigating moral dilemmas while safeguarding the timeline.
  • The narrative explores themes of loss, regret, and fleeting connections, including a poignant queer romance and a sensitive depiction of 9/11-era events.
  • Critics praised the game's writing, emotional weight, and character-driven storytelling, with PC Gamer calling it 'a new adventure game classic.'
  • The game's hand-drawn character art and richly detailed backgrounds mark a stylistic departure for Wadjet Eye Games, earning mixed reactions from reviewers.