Firewatch is one of those game that, the more experiences you had in life, the more it will resonate with you and leave you in your thoughts for a time to come. Its a narrative game done in perfect execution.

If you like Dear Esther, you will most likely love this game as well.

TL;DR: Firewatch is a country park hiking simulation "game" with a brilliantly weaved story that worth every penny you spent on it.

Atmosphere: 9/10
Story execution: 10/10
Voice Acting: 10/10
Gameplay: 6/10 (most of the 'puzzles' you can figure out instantly)
Value: 10/10
Main Story Gameplay time: 3-8 hours, depends on your playstyle

Firewatch is one of those game that, the more experiences you had in life, the more it will resonate with you and leave you in your thoughts for a time to come. Its a narrative game done in perfect execution. If you like Dear Esther, you will most likely love this game as well. TL;DR: Firewatch is a country park hiking simulation "game" with a brilliantly weaved story that worth every penny you spent on it. Atmosphere: 9/10 Story execution: 10/10 Voice Acting: 10/10 Gameplay: 6/10 (most of the 'puzzles' you can figure out instantly) Value: 10/10 Main Story Gameplay time: 3-8 hours, depends on your playstyle