Pine: A Story of Loss is officially out to bring you a quiet sob story about overcoming grief.
- An emotional story of love and loss
- Beautiful art style and memorable visuals
- Wordless storytelling and interactive elements
We’ve talked about this heartbreaking story before, but Pine: A Story of Loss is finally here – so get ready for an emotional rollercoaster on mobile, Steam and Nintendo Switch.
Personally, I got to play this demo for a bit and felt that less really is more here. Days pass and seasons change, but some things remain the same, and what they are, I guess you’ll just have to try to find out.
Billed as an “interactive, wordless experience,” Pine: A Story of Loss is a short but powerful journey that puts you in the shoes of a grieving carpenter reminiscing about his recently deceased wife. That premise itself should be something of a warning here—it’s certainly not for everyone, but it’s meant to resonate with those who equally struggle with grief in a variety of ways.
Part point-and-click adventure and part visual novel, the entire narrative is told without the need for any words – as is often the case with solitude – and by going through the motions every day, you’ll eventually come to terms with the inevitability of death and blossoming the hope that life gives at the same time.
The core gameplay revolves around small interactive elements, each of which makes a compelling statement about overcoming grief. But if you’re looking for something else to satisfy your thirst for a good story, why not take a look at our list of the best narrative adventures for Android to get your fill?
In the meantime, you can also join the community of followers on the official Twitter page to stay up to date with all the latest developments, visit the official website for more information, or take a look at the embedded clip above to get an idea of the atmosphere and visuals.
