80
Although you guide your loved one through most of this experience, How to Say Goodbye is not really about them. It’s about you, in a way that almost never mentions you at all. Death separates us physically, but perhaps not spiritually, or forever.
60
What should be a straightforward tale of coming to terms with loss introduces a few too many complexities and characters, muddling its attempts to explain what happens when we shuffle off this mortal travelator. [Issue#379, p.123]
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How To Say Goodbye doesn’t try to make grand statements about life and death. You get out of it what you like. It’s a short, cozy adventure about how death sucks, and how losing people sucks, and how grief sucks. And I appreciate that simple sentiment.
10
An amazing and very accessible puzzle game. Even though the puzzles are not that complicated you always end up feeling smart when you solve them. That aspect of the game weirdly reminded me of one of my favourite video game series of all time (Half-life). This game has a strong identity that is brought forward by its amazing soundtrack, its good sound effects and its simple and yet gorgeous visuals. it is sincerely a feast for the eyes, the ears and the heart. I had this game in my library for a while and I regret not giving it a chance sooner. I had 0 expectations when I launched it and now I think it is one of my favourite indie games of all time. Please give this game a go, it's not that long and you can easily play it in short sessions. Please post the soundtrack on Spotify and Youtube!
How to say Goodbye
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Nov 3, 2022
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Dec 13, 2022
80
Although you guide your loved one through most of this experience, How to Say Goodbye is not really about them. It’s about you, in a way that almost never mentions you at all. Death separates us physically, but perhaps not spiritually, or forever.
Nov 3, 2022
75
How to Say Goodbye explores the afterlife from a more personal point of view, with a focus on healing at your own pace. If you can ignore the sometimes clunky puzzle solving, this is an easy day-length game to play when you want a lighter approach to death.
Nov 3, 2022
70
How to Say Goodbye is a videogame revolving around death and acceptance and deals with these themes with great care, but fails in making the story feel urgent and offers a disappointing ending. However, we can say that what matters the most is the journey in a world made by flawless and engrossing puzzles, with mechanics that are simple to learn, but prove stimulant for kids and adults alike.
Dec 1, 2022
60
What should be a straightforward tale of coming to terms with loss introduces a few too many complexities and characters, muddling its attempts to explain what happens when we shuffle off this mortal travelator. [Issue#379, p.123]
Nov 8, 2022
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How To Say Goodbye doesn’t try to make grand statements about life and death. You get out of it what you like. It’s a short, cozy adventure about how death sucks, and how losing people sucks, and how grief sucks. And I appreciate that simple sentiment.
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May 17, 2025
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An amazing and very accessible puzzle game. Even though the puzzles are not that complicated you always end up feeling smart when you solve them. That aspect of the game weirdly reminded me of one of my favourite video game series of all time (Half-life). This game has a strong identity that is brought forward by its amazing soundtrack, its good sound effects and its simple and yet gorgeous visuals. it is sincerely a feast for the eyes, the ears and the heart. I had this game in my library for a while and I regret not giving it a chance sooner. I had 0 expectations when I launched it and now I think it is one of my favourite indie games of all time. Please give this game a go, it's not that long and you can easily play it in short sessions. Please post the soundtrack on Spotify and Youtube!
SummaryHow to say Goodbye tells the story of someone who has recently been turned into a ghost, lost in an unfamiliar world populated by disoriented spirits. Overcome tricky grid-based puzzles to lead the ghosts onward and travel through more than 15 chapters, from your kitchen to the moon. Solve numerous conundrums in a universe inspired by ... Read More
Platforms:
- Nintendo Switch
- iOS (iPhone/iPad)
- PC
Initial Release Date:Nov 3, 2022
Developer:
- Florian Veltman
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