Release Date: April 5, 2019
Meditative bird simulator. Feather is all about exploring a mysterious island full of beautiful views and ambient sounds. It is a game for relaxation, so there are no dangers or skill challenges.
In The Feather players assume the role of a bird discovering the skies of a vast island, where the atmosphere and soundtrack deepen the impression of immersion into the in-game world. The game was created by Samurai Punk studio known for creating such productions as Screen Cheat, and The American Dream.
The Feather is an artistic game focused on exploring the island in the form of a bird and iring its breathtaking views. Players can see forests, meadows, rivers, and fields, but also high mountains and beaches. Each of them is connected with experiencing a different atmosphere, especially that it can be influenced not only by atmospheric ambient songs but also by the day and night cycle.
The Feather itself is calm and more of an experience. There are no elements of fear, struggle or unpleasant surprises. It's all about the bird's flight, which is the most fun to control. It is well thought out, perfectly responsive and gives the impression of real control of a living bird. And although there are trees or other obstacles to avoid, the collision with them is not connected with the death of one's little hero. Instead, players will only hear the unpleasant sound of a collision.
There are special rings on the island, which if players decide to fly through, they offer them a change of the song played in the background. There are nine of those available in the game.
The Feather adventure can be experienced in single player mode, but also with up to three friends. However, this does not involve a change in the game itself.
Platforms:
PC Windows April 5, 2019
PlayStation 4 September 30, 2020
Xbox One September 30, 2020
Nintendo Switch April 5, 2019
Xbox Series X/S November 10, 2020
Developer: Samurai Punk
Publisher: Samurai Punk
Age restrictions: none
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System Requirements for Feather Video Game:
PC / Windows
Minimum System Requirements:
Quad Core 2.8 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 860M or better, 1 GB HDD, Windows 7 64-bit.
Recommended System Requirements:
Quad Core 3.2 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 960 or better, 1 GB HDD, Windows 7 64-bit.
Game Ratings for Feather Video Game.
Digitally ed: 3 / 5
Feather is a beautiful, soulful experience, which is sadly too limited for its own good.
GameSpew: 7 / 10 by Becca Smith
It would be nice if the game offered some guidance or a simple mission structure to give you more purpose, but as Feather is right now, it’s enjoyable if you go in knowing it’s a short, relaxing, simplistic experience.
Video Chums: 2 / 5 by A.J. Maciejewski
Feather is the gaming equivalent of an ASMR video. Some folks will dig it while others will wonder why it even exists.
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