amazing game, the ending made me cry. This is one of the few games that gave me so much fun. The style and graphics of the game are wonderful and create an unforgettable atmosphere. I will definitely recommend it to someone <3
Wow I'm in awe, based on the art I expected a lovely game, but this drew me in so much more than I expected, and then made me cry. Gorgeous design, art, feel, and story. Thank you for creating this!
Great atmosphere, colours and overall ambience ! The dialogues were greatly written, the narration was great. And the game was the perfect length! Thanks for this game !!! :)
I enjoyed your game, great job. As for constructive criticism, I would have enjoyed a little more in music/sounds (game was kinda quiet), maybe a little more utility in controls (space to advance dialogue), and was hoping for multiple endings. Just some notes if you ever want to expand this or things to consider for your next game!
I haven't loved a game from itch.io in a very long time. This is so heartwarming and wholesome. The mechanics are fun and intuitive. The graphics are appealing. Best of all the story is amazing. What a fantastic game. I recommend this to anyone.
I recorded my playthrough if anyone would like to see:
This game really packed a punch, in the best way. It took me about an hour to play through to one of the endings, and was really pleased by the experience. usually I don't get too emotional when playing games, but this one got to me. Selkie Harbour never disappoints in making games that are both moving and inventive. I'd highly recommend this! ❤️
A very nice, less than an hour long experience that manages to be surprisingly immersive while not being overly complicated, giving you essentially only 3 functions to play with. Walking, angling, and decoding. The messages have good character to them and makes the game world feel more lived in and as if there's actually something to discover out there. I feel like this game could do so well with alot more open endedness as so far it seems you only have a predetermined set of messages you can read until it's time to complete the game. Leaves me wanting more, especially when it comes to the story itself!
Overall a very nice experience, and a great way to start my morning. Thank you
Emotional and beautiful game, short and maybe as someone else said, it lacked perhaps another ending, some decision, but I'm glad to be able to play this kind of experiences, thanks to the developers.
Very interesting experience. I love stories that make me twink twice about the actions we take. The lore is interesting, the art is pretty good and I think you might have used a metaphor around friendship and the lighthouse, wich is something that I also liked.
I just missed having a little bit of freedom choosing who to trust, but I know this would make things too complex for a free game.
wait! i couldn't figure out so far, would you like to explain it in a deep for me? who is Paul, Fisherman, Overseen, Eogin, Mirror, the Foundation's metaphor? Is it represents a machine who wanna be a friend with us in the cosmos or something? And I really wonder why the result is that? i need a clear explanation!! Help me, I'm such an idiot!
I didn't expect much at the beginning, but I finished the game with tearing eyes. The sadness i felt when I lost Paul for the 1st time is indescribable and the ending, along with the dialogs that precede it, are just perfect.
Sadly the game is too short, but the 30 minutes of gameplay that i had surely won't last only 30 minutes in my memories.
This was quite a neat journey. I really appreciate freeware games like this existing - a story set in space, made in 3D, a unique idea of gameplay, I like all that, but I get a feeling the story is a bit incomplete. Maybe I should have sat in the chair more but I never saw exactly where the sentient Paul thing went (as the game just abruptly ended) and I had a hard time piecing the story together. I never got the actual feeling that I was under any danger as the agency guy was threatening me. You already have this whole space setup and gameplay mechanics perfected, I think the story could be more developed. But I'm not complaining, it was free and I enjoyed my time! Thank you for making it :-)
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amazing game, the ending made me cry. This is one of the few games that gave me so much fun. The style and graphics of the game are wonderful and create an unforgettable atmosphere. I will definitely recommend it to someone <3
Great Game !
the ending is really heartwarming, i love it!
This look super cool, I'm excited to check it out.
Great game, would love to see more of it!
One million pauls..
I'm so sorry buddy.
Wow I'm in awe, based on the art I expected a lovely game, but this drew me in so much more than I expected, and then made me cry. Gorgeous design, art, feel, and story. Thank you for creating this!
P.s. I need a sequel all about paul!
Great atmosphere, colours and overall ambience ! The dialogues were greatly written, the narration was great. And the game was the perfect length! Thanks for this game !!! :)
I enjoyed your game, great job. As for constructive criticism, I would have enjoyed a little more in music/sounds (game was kinda quiet), maybe a little more utility in controls (space to advance dialogue), and was hoping for multiple endings. Just some notes if you ever want to expand this or things to consider for your next game!
A very immersive experience that I finished in one sitting. Hooks you before you realize.
Excellent writing that leaves room for lore development.
10/10 game. will play again in 2 years when i forget the ending
this is probably the most adicting game on itch
Amazing game! I loved the mechanics and gameplay!
Just finished one of the endings, and I absolutely love this game. I cannot wait to play through other endings tomorrow. Incredible work!
Thank you so much for playing! we’re so happy you enjoyed the game but sadly we must disclose that there’s only one ending 🥲
I haven't loved a game from itch.io in a very long time. This is so heartwarming and wholesome. The mechanics are fun and intuitive. The graphics are appealing. Best of all the story is amazing. What a fantastic game. I recommend this to anyone.
I recorded my playthrough if anyone would like to see:
Good Work!
wowwww this is incredible. Both beautiful and meaningful, I completely recommend this
This game really packed a punch, in the best way. It took me about an hour to play through to one of the endings, and was really pleased by the experience. usually I don't get too emotional when playing games, but this one got to me. Selkie Harbour never disappoints in making games that are both moving and inventive. I'd highly recommend this! ❤️
just a sweet little game to relax after a day of work... how lovely
this game is amazing! my one thing is the fact that if you take a break paul is destroyed and that is kind of sad
i love the art of this game!
A very nice, less than an hour long experience that manages to be surprisingly immersive while not being overly complicated, giving you essentially only 3 functions to play with. Walking, angling, and decoding. The messages have good character to them and makes the game world feel more lived in and as if there's actually something to discover out there. I feel like this game could do so well with alot more open endedness as so far it seems you only have a predetermined set of messages you can read until it's time to complete the game. Leaves me wanting more, especially when it comes to the story itself!
Overall a very nice experience, and a great way to start my morning. Thank you
Captivating. This story might be short- but I know I'll be thinking about it for the next few days.
did you figure out? i couldn't get it . i wanna find a explanation, or just observe deeply.
Emotional and beautiful game, short and maybe as someone else said, it lacked perhaps another ending, some decision, but I'm glad to be able to play this kind of experiences, thanks to the developers.
This gives some serious Outer Wilds vibes, please bring to Mac or browser so I can play it!
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Very interesting experience. I love stories that make me twink twice about the actions we take. The lore is interesting, the art is pretty good and I think you might have used a metaphor around friendship and the lighthouse, wich is something that I also liked.
I just missed having a little bit of freedom choosing who to trust, but I know this would make things too complex for a free game.
Anyway, good job guys!
wait! i couldn't figure out so far, would you like to explain it in a deep for me? who is Paul, Fisherman, Overseen, Eogin, Mirror, the Foundation's metaphor? Is it represents a machine who wanna be a friend with us in the cosmos or something? And I really wonder why the result is that? i need a clear explanation!! Help me, I'm such an idiot!
Short but amazing
Hi this is a great gaming experience, I liked it!
Wonderful game, just played through in one sitting. Love it to bits.
looks amazing
looks cute
I didn't expect much at the beginning, but I finished the game with tearing eyes. The sadness i felt when I lost Paul for the 1st time is indescribable and the ending, along with the dialogs that precede it, are just perfect.
Sadly the game is too short, but the 30 minutes of gameplay that i had surely won't last only 30 minutes in my memories.
Paul>Everyone
Paul means Everyone? Why? I always figured Paul was like a siri, it is hard to decode humans' soul.
its honestly a great game but its very small
Absolutely gorgeous, wow. Can't wait to see and play whatever y'all do next.
i havent even played but this looks so cool
This was quite a neat journey. I really appreciate freeware games like this existing - a story set in space, made in 3D, a unique idea of gameplay, I like all that, but I get a feeling the story is a bit incomplete. Maybe I should have sat in the chair more but I never saw exactly where the sentient Paul thing went (as the game just abruptly ended) and I had a hard time piecing the story together. I never got the actual feeling that I was under any danger as the agency guy was threatening me. You already have this whole space setup and gameplay mechanics perfected, I think the story could be more developed. But I'm not complaining, it was free and I enjoyed my time! Thank you for making it :-)
A beautiful story