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Old Man’s Journey Switch Release Date
February 19, in the year of our Lord 2018 --
We finally have a launch date for the Switch version of Old
Man’s Journey! It will launch on February 20th in Europe,
Australia and the US and 2 days later in Japan, on February
22nd.
Here is a short recap of the game:
Old Man’s Journey is a visual narrative about life's precious
moments, broken dreams, and changed plans. The game entrenches
you in a beautifully sunkissed and handcrafted world as you
embark on a heartfelt journey interwoven with light puzzle
solving.
Old Man’s Journey was initially released in May 2017 to much
critical acclaim. Among others, it received the Apple Design
Award 2017, Tokyo Game Show Sense of Wonder Night Best Art Award
and Indiecade Europe Media Choice Award, etc. No awards from
Family Friendly Gaming though.
Factsheet:
Release: US and EU/AUS Feb. 20th 2018, Japan Feb. 22nd 2018
Available for pre-purchase Feb. 8th
Price: 9.99$, 9.99€, 1000¥
Switch-exclusive features:
3 different input controls: motion-pointer, touch-screen, stick
HD Rumble
brand new 2-player mode
Pro-Controller supported
1080p docked, 720p undocked
Game features:
A powerful and emotional narrative told only through imagery
Gorgeously whimsical landscapes with hand-drawn art and
frame-by-frame animations
Handcrafted, pressure-free puzzles
Unique landscape-shaping mechanic
A compact game experience perfect for a wanderlust-evoking
escape
Original and emotionally compelling soundtrack by SCNTFC
No word on a physical copy version of this game on this system at this time.
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