Long Gone Days

RPGFanAudra Bowling

91/100

Long Gone Days is the type of game that can be hard to recommend because the subject material will be too much for some. At the same time, for those its storytelling resonates with, it is a phenomenal RPG with some well-developed gameplay elements. I enjoyed playing the game even though I sometimes had to step away. I genuinely appreciate the all-too-important messages it contains, becoming invested in Rourke’s journey despite myself. Long Gone Days is a genuinely haunting, emotional game that stays with you well after you finish it. I hope many will give it a chance.

Playstation UniverseJoe Richards

8.5/10

Long Gone Days is a game that is clearly more interested in telling a story rather than lighting the turn-based genre on fire. A mechanically solid RPG frames the story of Rourke and his allies. In that regard, the story that is delivered is a phenomenal exploration of the genuine costs of war on those who are forced to survive. It's a deeply resonant story that will likely connect with a great many people. Pixel-art and character portraits help to avoid the typical drab and dreariness that almost defines this genre of story. Extreme effort has gone into making sure the main party and those ar...

Pure NintendoKirk Hiner

8/10

In Long Gone Days, we're presented with a soldier who realizes that maybe he's not on the side of the "good guys." That maybe he shouldn't blindly accept orders from his superiors. What an optimistic take on war. Let me explain.Read More

MonsterVineSamantha Lienhard

Despite these criticisms, Long Gone Days is a fine game overall. It has a nice presentation and good characters, with some nice details to make the world feel more real. My playthrough ended on a note that makes me think I got a bad ending, although I’m not sure what choices could have led to that. Two different endings, along with a couple scenes where you get to choose which character to spend time with and learn more about, provide some replay value in what is otherwise a fairly linear game.

RPGSitePaige Chamberlain

7/10

Long Gone Days is a project that’s been in the works for many years. With grating hand holding, but a decent story and grounded characters, Long Gone Days is a good choice for those interested in a narrative-focused RPG.

Nintendo World ReportJoe DeVader

7/10

Overall I find myself with relatively mixed feelings on Long Gone Days. I believe that it's a good experience and many fans of the genre will probably enjoy their time with it, at least a little bit when all is said and done, but it's those good parts that make its flaws stand out that much more. The soundtrack manages to successfully paint a somber atmosphere for the most part, the character stories are overall interesting even if The Core itself is kind of a generic antagonistic force, and I found the battle system to be interesting and engaging. But some slightly uninteresting settings to e...

RPGamerNaeem Ali

This I Dreamt's Long Gone Days tries to tackle a lot of heavy topics. Does this turn-based RPG do it justice, or is it tackling more than it can properly handle?

Try Hard GuidesErik Hodges

6/10

Long Gone Days presents an interesting story and likable characters, and that alone is worth giving it a try. However, a failure to fully commit to the game’s message can make emotional moments feel a bit hollow at times, devoid of the weight it should be having. That paired with missing basic features like an autosave function and uninspiring, boring gameplay can make the game a bit hard to get through. Focus on the story, the wonderful pixel art, and the great soundtrack though and you will find something worth appreciating in this game.