- Point-and-click, Puzzle, Adventure, Indie
The Wreck is a mature 3D visual novel about sisterhood, motherhood, grief and survival. Follow failed screenwriter Junon as she attempts to make it through the most pivotal day in her life.
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Contemporary, spare, earnest and contemplative.
- contemporarynostalgic
- sparerichly built
- earnestironic
- contemplativerelentless
- intimateepic
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LadiesGamers.comYair FamilierApr 2023The Wreck is a captivating game that is unique in its own genre. It made visual novels much more accessible for everyone, including myself. It brought a fantastic way into the light to explore and hunt for secrets inside their brilliant frameworks. The mechanics and artwork were spot on; other than that, the narrative is simply genius. The main factor was definitely the story of the worst day of Junon and all that surrounds and affects it. The way we slowly understand the complexity and sorrowful traumas, together with the overflowing emotions of Junon, is quite profound, not to forget the fascinating way it is presented in the game. I recommend this game not only for fans of the genre but for everyone to give it a go and discover something distinctive and significant.
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Thumb CultureMar 20235/5 starsIts approach and delivery of its storytelling feel fresh and unique. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind is one of my all time favourite movies and this is the video game equivalent of that Charlie Kaufman masterpiece.
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WellPlayedJames WoodMar 20238.5/10A smart, compelling, and deeply warm examination of memory and identity, The Wreck gives players the tools to turn tragedy into catharsis.
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VGChartzLee MehrApr 20236.5/10While The Wreck's mature script will earn some ardent fans, I wish it left more of a dent with me.
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WayTooManyGamesHeidi HawesMar 20236/10The Wreck is definitely not a game for everyone. Admittedly, it’s pretty tough to get through, for a variety of reasons. It has a somewhat slow start, which might turn some people off. It also covers several mature topics and themes, such as grief, death, self-harm, and toxic relationships. However, for those who love a compelling narrative, The Wreck has that in spades.
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About the game
- Platforms
- Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
- Developer
- The Pixel Hunt
- Publisher
- The Pixel Hunt
- Released
- March 14, 2023
- Modes
- Single player
- Perspective
- Third person
- Engine
- Unity
- Time to beat
- 4.5 h rushed · 5.5 h main story · 5 h completionist
IGDB rating 3.9/10 from 5 ratings.
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