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Closer the Distance

Closer the Distance

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Release Date: August 2, 2024

Adventure, Life Sim, Indie Games, Games for Impact, Singleplayer

An adventure-sim game, in which we play as a girl named Angela. Closer the Distance revolves around her taking care of her friends and family in the time of grief.

8.4

OpenCritic

8.9

Steam

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Closer the Distance is a combination of an adventure game and a life simulator. It was developed by the independent Osmotic Studios, also responsible for games such as Orwell: Ignorance is Strength and Orwell: Keeping an Eye on You.

Plot

Closer the Distance's emotionally charged story revolves around such themes as empathy, friendship, grief and interpersonal relationships.

The game is set in a town of Yesterby. Its main protagonist is Angela, who decides to take care of her family and friends while they're grieving after being impacted by a fatal car crash. To help them, Angela uses her ethereal ability to influence people, with her choices leaving a mark on their lives and the entire town.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S

Developer: Osmotic Studios

Publisher: Skybound Games

Age restrictions: 16+

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Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Closer the Distance Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-6600K, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB Radeon R9 270, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
AMD Ryzen 7 2700, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce RTX 2070, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Closer the Distance Video Game.

8.4

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 93% of Critics. There are 13 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

GamesCreed: 4.6 / 5 by Mariella Deadman

Closer The Distance is a fantastic game told in a beautiful way. The gameplay adds to the story in a way that helps you understand how a tragedy can affect a whole town. Every character feels deliberate, as if they exist with a purpose in the story, feeling fleshed out with a history rather than existing just to be a character in the town. The sound and graphics add to the story, both being beautiful and making the world more unique and real.

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NoobFeed: 85 / 100 by Azfar Rayan

Closer The Distance surely is made with much care, with excellent acting and writing, and offers a heartfelt and open-ended premise. You might end up connecting yourself with the game while you heal broken connections, get insight into their history, and give them the strength to persevere through difficult times. If you like emotionally charged, story-driven experiences, you will surely love Closer The Distance.

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PlayStation Universe: 7 / 10 by James Davie

Closer The Distance almost catches you by surprise with how relatable it is, with a warmth at its core that smooths over its jagged edges enough to make it more than a worthwhile experience.

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89%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (259)

STEAM
User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Emotional Storytelling: The game effectively explores themes of grief, love, and human connection, resonating deeply with players. Many reviews highlight the emotional impact and the nuanced portrayal of characters dealing with loss.
  • Art and Sound Design: The art style is described as charming and minimalist, while the soundtrack enhances the emotional tone of the game. Voice acting is also praised for adding depth to the characters.
  • Unique Gameplay Mechanics: The combination of life simulation mechanics (similar to The Sims) with narrative-driven gameplay allows players to influence character interactions and decisions, creating a sense of involvement in the story.
  • Character Development: Players appreciate the well-developed characters and their growth throughout the game, as well as the ability to see different perspectives on grief.

The main cons of the game

  • Gameplay Mechanics Issues: Many players found the management aspects overwhelming, with a constant sense of urgency that detracted from emotional immersion. The need to juggle multiple characters and tasks often led to frustration.
  • Pacing Problems: The pacing of the game is criticized for being uneven, with some segments feeling rushed while others drag on, making it difficult to fully engage with the narrative.
  • Unresolved Plot Points: Some players expressed disappointment with the ending, feeling that it left too many storylines unresolved and did not provide a satisfying conclusion.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Improved Task Management: Players desire a more relaxed gameplay experience, with less pressure to complete tasks within strict time limits. Suggestions include longer in-game days or a more forgiving task system.
  • Better Dialogue Tracking: Several reviews mention the difficulty in following multiple overlapping conversations, suggesting a need for a dialogue log or improved UI to keep track of important story elements.
  • More Character Control: Some players wished they could control more characters simultaneously to deepen their engagement with the story and explore additional narrative paths.

Summary

  • Overall, while "Closer the Distance" is celebrated for its emotional depth and artistic presentation, it faces criticism for its gameplay mechanics and pacing, suggesting areas for improvement in future titles.

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