Giant Squid already showed with Abzu that they mastered the way of creating games with a zen like flow and atmosphere. The Pathless follows the same path, and throughout my roughly 13 hours of gameplay,I experienced nothing but tranquility and a sense of inner peace.If you're a fan of Studio Ghibli's Princess Mononoke, you'll discover numerous similarities in The Pathless. While playing, I found myself recalling the movie frequently, making it perhaps the closest we'll come to a Mononoke video game.

It probably has the most helpful and charming companion out of any game I've played recently. Every time I could pet the eagle, my heart jumped with joy; his animations and demeanor felt so lifelike. he is also very well integrated into the puzzles and traversal aspects. At the end of our journey, i really felt melancholic when it was time to say goodbye.

The puzzle design may become repetitive over time, and, with a few exceptions, the lore bits are quite basic. The initial three areas seemed somewhat monotonous and perhaps less spectacular, especially when compared to the final area. Despite this, the boss fights were expertly telegraphed, delivering a cinematic and epic experience. Even though you are practically invincible, there's still a rush of adrenaline in each one, creating a compelling contrast to the otherwise calm and peaceful nature of the game.