Signs of the Sojourner (2020)

Signs of the Sojourner is a narrative deck-building game about relationships and communication. As you explore the world your experiences will change you. How will you grow? What will you leave behind? Who will you become?

Role-playing (RPG)Adventure Indie Visual Novel Card & Board Game exploration non-violent deck-buildingPlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

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God is a GeekLyle CarrMar 20219/10
A unique combination of conversation gameplay and deck building, Signs of the Sojourner is a truly special game dripping in charm.
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RPG SiteDani MaddoxMay 20209/10
Signs of the Sojourner turns deck-building into a chance at growth.
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COGconnectedTony BaeMay 202082/100
Signs of the Sojourner by Echo Night Games has my definite seal of approval to those looking for a fresh deckbuilding game. At the end of my first playthrough, it felt like I only scratched at the surface of the game. With multiple endings and a variety of decks to try out, this is a title I’m looking forward to diving into once again.
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TheSixthAxisJonny FosterMay 20206/10
Signs of the Sojourner has an excellent premise, an incredible soundtrack, and solid writing, but this jars with an often punishing and frustrating difficulty. All signs point towards this being a light-hearted narrative Indie, but the balance undermines that core identity, making it a struggle to fully enjoy.
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DestructoidPatrick HancockMay 20206.5/10
Signs of the Sojourner is one of the most cohesive narrative games I have ever played. The interplay between mechanics and storytelling is absolutely brilliant, which makes it a shame that it misses the mark in terms of actually being enjoyable to play. The inclusion of a frustrating "fatigue" mechanic is at odds with the general laid-back design approach to deckbuilding. There is something truly beautiful here that is worth experiencing, it's just a shame that the game seems to fight itself at every turn.
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About the game

Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Echodog Games
Publisher: Echodog Games, Digerati Distribution
Released: May 14, 2020
Modes: Single player
Perspective: Third person
Engine: Unity

IGDB rating 7.5/10 from 4 ratings.

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