Torn Away

Even though it presents deficiencies in the execution of some of the proposed game mechanics, Torn Away manages to fulfill an important role with praise, demonstrating in fact the potential that the video game medium has to truly be art, being able to transmit important messages and being, indirectly, a catalyst of beneficial changes to society.

Despite having a simple gameplay, Torn Away has an incredibly told story that makes it go through an intense experience in its almost five hours of gameplay. An excellent narrative with a very well built main character.

Like every great war film and game, Torn Away will stick in your mind. Every moment was practically perfect, even if it was tough to swallow. The cruel gameplay is beautifully written. Moreover, the characters are interesting, and the environments are breathtaking. Consequently, this is a spectacular indie game and I recommend buying it here! Can you make it home? Complete the puzzles, avoid detection, and encounter some horrific sights.

Torn Away is a peculiar game. Numerous technical issues do their determined best to spoil an otherwise powerful narrative; one that is elegant in its simplicity. Those haphazard controls, visual limitations, and laughable stealth sections will succeed in turning many players away, but, if you manage to put up with them, you'll find that Asya's tale is one to relish.

Even with small flaws, Torn Away is beautiful and raw. There are several media that show war not as glorious, but the worst fate for humanity, the game joins this pantheon with a tragic, sympathetic, destructive and hopeful story. War is worse than Hell. No one deserves to die for the cruel interests of others. Especially the innocent lives trapped in the oppressive gazes of small minds. The game is a dedication to all the souls taken by petty conflicts.

You will be controlling a girl forced to grow up before her time, having to face the reality of what a war means without you being able to do anything other than tiptoe through it to try to survive. Don't expect a happy story throughout its twenty-six episodes, because you're going to need the tissues. You will enjoy beautiful settings through which you will want to guide Asya to her family. In this adventure, which will not last more than 4 or 5 hours, you will be able to see a reality that is not usually told, where you will have your ability to survive. If you like games like Limbo, American Arcadia or Little Misfortune, don't miss it.

Torn Away - while it has few arrows in its quiver - makes the most of its potential in just four hours of content

Torn Away succeeds in portraying war’s unseen victims through its narrative focus and shifting gameplay mechanics. A refreshing choice for those tired of mindless combat, offering a short but meaningful look at war’s true cost—perfect for a holiday playthrough.

A very story-driven mix of classic adventure and even platforming elements with a message about the horrors of war

Torn Away mixes beautiful hand-drawn aesthetics with the grim story of a little girl trying to survive a war and make it home. The game excels at establishing tone and getting the player to feel a sense of connection to the main character, Asya, through heartfelt character interactions and mini-games. While the brutal story beats hit hard at the beginning of the game, they lose some of their steam towards the end when you begin to expect them.