Skeleton Crew Studio·Released Jan 28, 2021·Single player
Olija is a game about Faraday's quest, a man shipwrecked then trapped in the mysterious country of Terraphage. Armed with a legendary harpoon, he and other castaways try to leave this hostile country to return to their homelands.
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Tight gameplay, fun exploration, and an alluring atmosphere turn a disastrous voyage into a rewarding expedition.
Olija is a piratical adventure that really, really pays attention to atmosphere. From its bombastic music, which echoes similarly pirate-themed Return of the Obra Dinn, to its arthouse-cinema-style sudden cuts to black, Olija is possibly the most cinematically dramatic indie game we've seen in quite some time.
Visually, Olija might not look like much, but you'd be surprised how atmospheric it is. A handful of bugs aside, this is an intriguing adventure worth taking.
Olija spearheads a grimly thrilling adventure which is over too soon.
Olija's quick, zippy combat, platforming puzzles, and minimalist storytelling all shine in a small, pixelated trifle.
Olija leaves a strong impression with its unique look and fantastic combat, but its over all too quick and gives little reason to return.
