Voyage

by Mikhail Aug 14, 2022 | 1 Votes | 74 Played | 0 Reviews

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Adventure , Co-op

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Ratalaika Games Explore and play as a couple of wanderers trying to get home in Voyage. Be treated to a 2D cinematic adventure where you solve puzzles and go through handpainted and breathtaking environments that would leave you astonished. Experience a wordless story with a friend, or go through it alone. Play Now Similar Games

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Summary

Today, video games are more than just shooting down enemies or destroying massive monsters in an epic fantasy adventure. They no longer exist for us just to have fun; they are here for developers and other creative people to put their ideas into a digitally tangible medium everyone can interact and experience. Though reading a novel or watching a film are two fantastic ways to go through a story, going through it via a video game is a more immersive way to do so.

Voyage is one of those stories best told using a video game format. It's a textless 2D puzzle adventure game where you interact with objects around you with the goal of having the two silent protagonists get back home. However, compared to most titles in the genre, it doesn't focus on action or fast-paced gameplay elements. Instead, it tries to get things done through its environmental features and stunning art style that reminds me of Journey.

Now available on the Switch, should you give Voyage a shot? Before starting your Voyage, let's check if it's an adventure worth undertaking.

Plotline

Voyage is a story of a duo: a man and a woman seemingly lost in the vast expanse of the universe. However, their story doesn't revolve around making discoveries or planting the seeds of future humankind's expansion into new planets, but it's a journey to return home. Unfortunately, they will face trials and tribulations along the way, dealing with obstacles hindering their progress.

Instead of using text or dialogue to tell the tale, Voyage does this by letting you interpret what is going on. The story isn't open-ended but depends on how you see things. Nevertheless, you'll be treated to wondrous backdrops ranging from lush vine-filled jungles, vast arid deserts, and ancient ruins.

Gameplay

Voyage gameplay is pretty straightforward; at its core, it's a 2D puzzle game with relatively simple puzzles that are easy to figure out. However, it takes a while to learn the overall mechanics and how it all plays, considering you're just dropped into the game without any tutorials. Instead, you will get to see the controls and try them out; it all seems pretty basic. There are two characters, and both are interchangeable, with zero differences between the two. Apart from easily swapping between the two, you can also order the other to wait and stay in place or to come over and follow.

Voyage is a highly cinematic experience, relying on its environment to tell the story and present the puzzles and challenges. In a way, it's like a hidden object game since you are supposed to discover what you should be doing in specific sequences and areas. You can see a few of them quickly; however, some parts need a keener eye. Thankfully, the game has a highlight function that chimes and produces a glowing ring in the area you're supposed to go to and interact. It endeavors to make your journey as quick and stress-free as possible.

Most of the criticism I have with Voyage lies in its failure to do more. Don't get me wrong; it's a beautiful game best for anyone looking for a chill experience, so if you want something a tad tricky, then Voyage may not deliver. Some of its mechanics are a little underutilized, like the waiting and co-op between two characters, and it would have been great if both had subtle differences or varying roles. Regardless, we understand where the devs are coming from: the game is all in on the story, not the overall gameplay. There's no combat or any hint of violence whatsoever.

Community

Voyage is a single-player game, but you have an option to play couch co-op with a friend. They can control another via another joy-con.

Graphics/Sound

Presentation is where Voyage shines; after all, it's a game that heavily relies on how good it looks and sounds.

Though it is a 2D game, the art style and environments are comparable to a big-budget triple-A experience. It's safe to say Voyage far outlasts other massive and popular titles. For example, you'll get to visit and wander around lush meadows filled with a sea of grass, arid and scorching deserts, ruins built by a long-dead civilization, and an area where ghosts gather.

The same praise can be handed over to Voyage's audio; it proves that emotions can easily be conveyed through musical scores. The varied soundtrack is pleasant to the ears, ranging from eerie and foreboding tracks in scary landscapes to relaxing soundscapes in picturesque and verdant regions.

Conclusion

Overall, Voyage deserves a playthrough. It delivers a rich, evocative yet ambiguous tale featuring the journey of two wanderers. It's a fantastic 2D cinematic experience that Switch owners would love to have on their console since it transports them to beautifully-crafted worlds that are all nothing short of breathtaking. So, give the game a shot and start your Voyage!

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by Mikhail Aug 14, 2022

Explore and play as a couple of wanderers trying to get home in Voyage. Be treated to a 2D cinematic adventure where you solve puzzles and go through handpainted and breathtaking environments that would leave you astonished. Experience a wordless story with a friend, or go through it alone.