Review: Overmorrow (Switch) – Intriguing, But Assumes Too Much With Its Save-Wiping Setup

Review: Overmorrow (Switch) - Intriguing, But Assumes Too Much With Its Save-Wiping Setup

‘Morrowind you up.

Overmorrow, the debut release from solo developer PixelManta, manages to be philosophically interesting, is evocatively written, visually distinct, and lovingly crafted. Yet, the notion of re-playing it – which you’ll effectively need to do by design – is a tall order, and therein lies the unfortunate problem with this otherwise commendable maiden indie effort.

When we reported on Overmorrow’s central mechanic of a player’s save data being deleted after 30 in-game days, the comment section was abuzz with discussion over the merits of such game design. A player’s time is precious, and holding a sword of Damocles over save data is one of the most provocative decisions a developer can make.

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