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Walden, a game

84% positive of 100 Steam reviews

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Released
2019
Steam Deck
Not tested
Platforms
Steam, Xbox / PC Game Pass, PlayStation, itch.io

Made by USC Game Innovation Lab. Published by USC Games.

About the game

Take on Henry David Thoreau’s classic adventure in living simply in nature as you explore this epic open world game based on the story of Thoreau’s life in the woods alone at Walden Pond.

Tagged by players

  • Philosophical
  • Experimental
  • Historical
  • Adventure
  • Walking Simulator
  • Exploration

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What players say

  • Recommended
    Walden, a game offers an experience that stands apart from most modern adventure titles by focusing on introspection, simplicity, and humanity's connection with nature instead of action or fast-paced progression. Developed by USC Game Innovation Lab and published by USC Games, it draws inspiration from Henry David Thoreau's classic work Walden, inviting players to relive his famous retreat to Walden Pond through an…

    11 h played when written. 2 found it helpful.

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  • Not recommended
    This is a pleasant journey through nature and literature, ruined by its gaming mechanics. Clearly a lot of work has gone into building up the world and the story with objects you can inspect, notes, letters, books and people you meet. There is a gentle pleasant aspect to the first couple of hours getting to know the woods and building your little camp. It's a peaceful world to explore, finding plants, birds, frogs,…

    3.7 h played when written. 60 found it helpful.

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