The Sailor’s Dream 12+
Simogo AB
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- R79.99
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Description
A peaceful narrative experience, in which the only objective is to satisfy your curiosity.
Explore an ocean dream world, in which time passes even when you are not there, visit forgotten islands and piece together memories – some even existing beyond the screen of your device.
“The Sailor’s Dream is a novella, a folk EP, and an art installation wrapped into one app ... It’s an inspired example of what storytelling can be in the 21st century and the way modern technology can shine new light on well-worn conventions.” - A.V. Club
“Its lonely, bittersweet tale—told in a wonderfully unique mix of approaches—is the best storytelling I've ever played on my iPad.” - Kotaku
“It's an experience that's entirely about the narrative, but one uniquely built for smartphones and tablets. The peaceful visuals, the wonderful music, the sharp writing, and the simple interactive toys all go towards creating an atmosphere and telling a story.” - The Verge
“... you can easily wander for hours through The Sailor’s Dream making music, playing it not like a game, but as an instrument ... If you are looking for a space to contemplate, a place to linger, a path to walk in patient consideration, you will find yourself at home in The Sailor’s Dream for quite some time.” - Kill Screen
“A world-in-miniature put in the palm of your hands, which rewards you for your exploration of it with sensory delight. And perhaps most powerfully of all, pushes you to feel deeply for its inhabitants.” - Gamezebo
What’s New
Version 1.4
- Added support for new devices
Ratings and Reviews
Not an app, more an animated microsite
If this was a rating for a microsite or portfolio piece, I would give a different review. This is not an ‘app’ outside of that it exists on the App Store. This could simply be a web based audio-visual experience, but certainly not something you purchase.
An app generally serves a function or if it is purely emotive, it is expansive and unique. This app is neither functional nor does it hold its own as an experience. It is in the App Store so I unfortunately have to rate it against other apps on my device.
Instead of being immersive and vast, this app, as far as I can recall takes me in a loop of three scenarios. The music is also limited to a song or two and (this is subjective), I don’t think is appealing or unique.
I do apologise for my frankness but maybe you could expand on the ‘world’ or even create a purpose in future version updates?
I am stuck with this, as I purchased it some time ago, but it is misleading and the App Store should no promote it as they do. A simple and honest descriptor would’ve added stars to the review. It unfortunately feels like a con of sorts.
Must not be categorized as a GAME!!
Disappointed, can't believe I wasted all that money on NOTHING!!!
Safe your self the disappointment!!
Don't even look at it!!!
Rubbish
Complete waste of money. Don't bother!
App Privacy
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Information
- Provider
- Simogo AB
- Size
- 910.4 MB
- Category
- Games
- Compatibility
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- iPhone
- Requires iOS 8.0 or later.
- iPad
- Requires iPadOS 8.0 or later.
- iPod touch
- Requires iOS 8.0 or later.
- Apple Vision
- Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- Languages
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English
- Age Rating
- 12+ Infrequent/Mild Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or References
- Copyright
- © 2014 Simogo, All rights reserved.
- Price
- R79.99
Supports
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Family Sharing
Up to six family members can use this app with Family Sharing enabled.