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Spirit of the North

Spirit of the North

Nintendo
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Release Date: November 1, 2019

Singleplayer

An adventure game inspired by Nordic folklore. While playing Spirit of the North we control a fox that is crossing Iceland in the company of a spirit fox guardian. By solving environmental riddles and travelling through various locations, the protagonist learns the history of an ancient civilization that has disappeared in the midst of history.

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Spirit of the North is a Nordic folklore adventure game. The production was developed by the independent team of Infuse Studio.

Story

In Spirit of the North, the player takes on the role of a fox that travels through Iceland with a spirit fox, the guardian of the Northern Lights. Over the course of his adventure, our character not only discovers more information about his companion but also learns about the history of a lost, ancient civilization.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows May 7, 2020

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 November 1, 2019

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch June 12, 2020

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5 November 26, 2020

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S June 29, 2021

Developer: Infuse Studio

Publisher: Merge Games

Game Series

Spirit of the North
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Spirit of the North Game Series

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Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Spirit of the North Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-4460 3.2 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 960 or better, 4 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Spirit of the North Video Game.

85%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (4,540)

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Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Visuals and Art Style: Many s praised the stunning graphics and beautiful landscapes inspired by Nordic mythology, describing the game as visually captivating.
  • Soundtrack: The music is frequently highlighted as relaxing and atmospheric, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Relaxing Gameplay: The game is characterized as a chill experience with no combat, making it suitable for players looking for a peaceful gaming session.
  • Emotional Storytelling: While the story is presented without dialogue, many players found it touching and appreciated the emotional depth conveyed through the gameplay and visuals.
  • Intuitive Gameplay: The controls and mechanics are generally described as straightforward, making it accessible for both new and experienced gamers.

The main cons of the game

  • Clunky Controls: A significant number of reviews mentioned issues with controls, particularly with jumping and movement, which can feel unresponsive or awkward.
  • Repetitive Gameplay: Some players found the puzzles and overall gameplay loop to be monotonous and lacking in challenge.
  • Technical Issues: s reported various bugs, including problems with saving, crashing, and minor graphical glitches.
  • Lack of Narrative Depth: While some appreciated the subtle storytelling, others felt that the narrative was too vague and could benefit from more context or guidance.

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

  • Manual Save Options: Players expressed frustration over the absence of a manual save feature, as the game only auto-saves at checkpoints, leading to potential loss of progress.
  • More Challenging Puzzles: Some s desired more complex puzzles or gameplay mechanics to enhance engagement and challenge.
  • Improved Controls and Mechanics: suggested that the game could benefit from better control responsiveness and more polished platforming elements.
  • Diverse Sound Effects: Some players noted that the sound design, aside from the music, was lacking and could be improved for a more immersive experience.

Summary

  • Overall, "Spirit of the North" is seen as a beautiful and emotionally resonant indie game, but it struggles with technical execution and gameplay depth.

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