Grade:
Transfiguring Adoption awarded this game 3 Hoots out of 5 based on how useful it will be for a foster/adoptive family. [Learn more about our Hoot grading system here]
Game Info:
- Rating: T – Teen (language, use of tobacco, violent references)
- Genre: Management Sim and Sandbox Action Game
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Platform(s): Windows, macOS, Linux, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Stadia
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Studio: Thunder Lotus Games
From the Cover of Spiritfarer by Thunder Lotus Games:
What will you leave behind? Spiritfarer is a cozy management game about dying. You play Stella, ferrymaster to the deceased, a Spiritfarer. Build a boat to explore the world, then befriend and care for spirits before finally releasing them into the afterlife. Farm, mine, fish, harvest, cook, and craft you way across mystical seas. Join the the adventure as Daffodil the cat, in two-player cooperative play. Spend relaxing quality time with you spirit passengers, create lasting memories, and ultimately, lean how to say goodbye to your cherished friends.
You are the new Spiritfarer and your job is to help care for spirits as they journey into the afterlife. The game has a casual, slow-paced gameplay with light farming and management as well as some action platforming.
The target age range for this game is for teens through adult. Younger children may be attracted to the game due to the colorful and hand-drawn art style, but the game does contain mild language and some heavy topics; a character is often depicted smoking cigarettes, and some characters describe past violence that occurred while they were alive.
What I Thought:
This game was well written and provides a thought provoking, heartfelt journey through the meaning of life and death while trying to keep the heavy subjects light-hearted. It’s a delicate balance and I think…
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About the Author: Keri Barone
Keri lives in Orlando, FL with her husband. She is passionate about children and has been helping/taking care of them since she was a little girl. Keri comes from a family of 5 brothers and sisters including an adopted brother. Her mother has a passion for Genealogy and has done adoptee research helping people find loved ones. Having 10 nieces and nephews, Keri often researches information on TV shows, movies, and games to see if appropriate for their ages. Keri then became interested in writing reviews to help other adults find suitable content for their children, especially those who may have triggers due to trauma they have experienced. When Keri isn’t working, you can find her playing video games, reading, watching movies, and looking for pieces to grow her Harry Potter collection.
**Transfiguring Adoption is a nonprofit organization seeking to nurture growth in foster and adoptive families by giving a HOOT about their families. Transfiguring Adoption does not intend for its reviewers nor its review to be professional, medical or legal advice. These reviews and discussion guides are intended to help parents to better be able to connect and understand their children who come from traumatic backgrounds.
