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Adventure, Indie, Fantasy
Sword of the Sea is an action-adventure game developed by Giant Squid, the studio behind Abzû and The Pathless.
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Epic, inward, relaxed and meticulous.
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EurogamerChris TapsellAug 20255/5Movement, meaning and mindfulness combine in Giant Squid's latest, a game of free-form expression and flow.
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DualShockersCallum MarshallAug 202510/10My only gripe is that the story doesn't offer a grandiose message or hit as hard as I would have liked, relying more on pageantry and spectacle to get by. But, rarely does a game take me aback and thank my lucky stars that the medium of video games exists, and that's why we see this one as one of the standout performers of 2025 so far."
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TheSixthAxisSep 202510/10Sword of the Sea is a visually stunning and atmospheric game, incorporating some of the most flawless water graphics and satisfying sound effects found in games today. With a heart-warming narrative, fun snowboard-style tricking, rewards for those who love exploration, and the occasional ride on the back of a marine animal, this is an experience to be savoured.
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Slant MagazineAug 20253/5 starsSword of the Sea also ends very abruptly. And though it may be strange to criticize a game for being too short—better to be left wanting more, right?—that abruptness only magnifies the sense that something is missing here.
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GamingBoltRavi SinhaAug 20257/10Sword of the Sea is like a siren - beautiful, inviting and great to listen to. Despite cutting through with an impeccable sense of style, the lack of a cohesive narrative and short runtime feels like you're treading water.
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IGDB rating 8.0/10 from 42 ratings.
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