Status mrmiffmiff Feb 5, 2023
DNF What this game has to say is important and I like it a lot to some extent but it's just getting boring for me.
Wandersong (2018)
Mac · Nintendo Switch · PC (Microsoft Windows) · PlayStation 4 · Xbox One
3.89 from 188 ratings
1699 members have it in their collection · 23 playing now · 1088 backlogged · 118 wish listed
How long? Main story 12h · with extras 11h · 100% 11h (from 12 logged playthroughs)
Wandersong takes you on a whimsical, musical journey across the globe. Eons ago, the goddess Eya put the universe into motion with her music--now, as she does every epoch or so, she's going to sing a new song and reset existence. You play as a lowly bard tasked with finding the pieces of a mysterious melody called the Earthsong, which …
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Wandersong takes you on a whimsical, musical journey across the globe. Eons ago, the goddess Eya put the universe into motion with her music--now, as she does every epoch or so, she's going to sing a new song and reset existence. You play as a lowly bard tasked with finding the pieces of a mysterious melody called the Earthsong, which is said to be able to preserve the planet. Use your singing to help characters, solve puzzles, and save the world!
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Details
- Developers
- Wishes Ultd.
- Publishers
- Humble Games, Wishes Ultd.
- Genres
- Adventure, Indie, Music, Platform
- Themes
- Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
- Steam
- View on Steam
Release dates
- Sep 27, 2018 (Worldwide) Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Sep 27, 2018 (North_America) Nintendo Switch
- Sep 27, 2018 (Europe) Nintendo Switch
- Jan 22, 2019 (Worldwide) PlayStation 4
- Dec 06, 2019 (Worldwide) Xbox One
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Rating distribution
5 stars
67
4 stars
60
3 stars
41
2 stars
13
1 star
7
Community All Reviews Statuses
Status drfreeman May 30, 2021
Oh man, where do I even begin with this game? It's your classic tale of hero saving the world but as it turns out.... You're not the hero!
This game is so wonderfully positive in its message and gameplay that, from the very first moment I picked it up, I wanted to be someone like the Bard. The amount of …
Oh man, where do I even begin with this game? It's your classic tale of hero saving the world but as it turns out.... You're not the hero!
This game is so wonderfully positive in its message and gameplay that, from the very first moment I picked it up, I wanted to be someone like the Bard. The amount of love this game radiates is inspiring and still has an effect on my daily thinking. The characters are all incredibly lovable, and as you go further into the story on your journey with Miriam, the story becomes a gift that keeps on giving.
Honestly, the first few acts are somewhat slower and harder to get through if you have a short attention span or just aren't a fan of slow games. However, the beautiful music and art keeps you hooked even in moments that aren't incredibly busy. A lot of this game's dialogue and existential conversation left me close to tears and with a full heart. The soundtrack is, in my opinion, the biggest highlight of the game. It has such a variety of music that makes each scene more whole, it's near impossible to dislike it.
Gameplay-wise, it's very fun participating in different songs and "battles" with your voice! It has really simple mechanics, but each act twists things up in its own fun way that keeps you interested in what's to come next. It took about 15 hours for me to complete this game, and I completed all trophies in my first playthrough without even attempting if you're interested in that.
I highly recommend playing this game for yourself. It's a really great experience and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
Status Please...callmeYork Nov 1, 2019
Went back and finished this after bouncing off it 8 months ago. It is such a nice game. The Bard is so endlessly good and optimistic. Him and Miriam are two of my favourite characters I have ever encountered in a game. All the dialogue is funny and clever. I found myself talking to every npc until all their dialogue …
Read moreWent back and finished this after bouncing off it 8 months ago. It is such a nice game. The Bard is so endlessly good and optimistic. Him and Miriam are two of my favourite characters I have ever encountered in a game. All the dialogue is funny and clever. I found myself talking to every npc until all their dialogue options had been exhausted. At times it felt a little bloated, yet somehow the ending made all the time spent feel worthwhile. You meet and help so many endearing characters. What an adventure!
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Status Alphadoriest Aug 15, 2019
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/greglobanov/chicory-a-colorful-tale?ref=dw8z8j&token=9095ea91
Kickstarter for the Wandersong/Night In The Woods devs' next game with a soundtrack by the Celeste composer!
Status maeday Aug 1, 2019
Wandersong is hands down one of the most visually striking and creative games I've EVER managed to get my grubby little mitts on, much thanks to Alphadoriest! It's cute, it's charming, it's got a striking visual style, the entire concept is so original and well done and the gameplay itself is smooth as butter. I understand the hefty price tag …
Read moreWandersong is hands down one of the most visually striking and creative games I've EVER managed to get my grubby little mitts on, much thanks to Alphadoriest! It's cute, it's charming, it's got a striking visual style, the entire concept is so original and well done and the gameplay itself is smooth as butter. I understand the hefty price tag now. This thing is a CHAMP.
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Status Please...callmeYork Feb 13, 2019
This game continues to surprise me. It is clearly heavily influenced by shows like Adventure Time and Over The Garden Wall, and manages to capture what makes them special. It appears simplistic at first, but all the characters are lovingly written and feel human and relatable. It is longer than I expected, and can feel a little bloated at times, …
Read moreThis game continues to surprise me. It is clearly heavily influenced by shows like Adventure Time and Over The Garden Wall, and manages to capture what makes them special. It appears simplistic at first, but all the characters are lovingly written and feel human and relatable. It is longer than I expected, and can feel a little bloated at times, but I know I will regret saying that when I no longer have a reason to spend time in this world. I kind of adore The Bard, and there isn't a single NPC I haven't enjoyed interacting with.
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Status Please...callmeYork Feb 7, 2019
Dipped into this for maybe 30 minutes. It seems utterly delightful.
Status Sir_Laguna Feb 1, 2019
Here's my review of this adorable indie game: gamerfocus.co/juegos/wandersong-resena/
Can't read spanish? this is the tl;dr version:
Yes, looks like the art project of a six years old child. The mechanics and puzzles are not complicated either. It's fun to play, but is not a challenge.
Where this game shines is in it's script and dialogues. It's not a simple …
Here's my review of this adorable indie game: gamerfocus.co/juegos/wandersong-resena/
Can't read spanish? this is the tl;dr version:
Yes, looks like the art project of a six years old child. The mechanics and puzzles are not complicated either. It's fun to play, but is not a challenge.
Where this game shines is in it's script and dialogues. It's not a simple 'save the world' story. Our character is not the hero. When we talk to other characters (something that's mostly optional) we reveal funny moments or very deep and thoughtful reflections on the nature of optimism, solitude, self-worth, identity and even what means 'being good".
A lot of people will ignore this because the art style or simplistic mechanics. Their loss.
Status Sir_Laguna Jan 30, 2019
There are few things as beautiful as the friendship of Miriam with the bard in this game.