
Surf across magnificent waves of sand and glistening waters on an epic quest to restore a lost ocean. From the visionary artist behind ABZÛ, The Pathless, and Journey, Sword of the Sea is an atmospheric surfing adventure with fast movement inspired by classic skateboarding and snowboarding games.
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From the visionary artist behind ABZÛ, The Pathless, and Journey – Sword of the Sea is an atmospheric surfing adventure with highspeed Hoversword movement inspired by skateboarding and snowboarding.
Carve your way forward on the ancient and powerful Hoversword, which moves like a snowboard, skateboard, and surfboard all in one. Build momentum to reach top speed and catch big air off the crests of giant waves. Pull off radical flips, spins, and grab tricks with ease as you shred halfpipes, ramps, and wall rides. It’s the perfect balance of exhilarating action and fluid, meditative movement.
Explore a world where the land flows in constant waves. From massive tides to the smallest ripples, the shifting sea of dunes is incredibly detailed and beautifully rendered. Surf across sandy deserts, glacial mountains, and many more undulating environments full of secrets in this incredible adventure.
You are the Wraith – resurrected in the desolate Necropolis on a quest to unveil the ancient sea buried beneath the land. Discover the remnants of a lost culture hidden in sinking tombs and skatepark-like ruins as you search for purpose. Transform sandy dunes into glittering, emerald waters and witness magical sealife return in huge, breathtaking shoals. Feel the spiritual magic of surfing as you connect with nature and restore life – but beware, there is also darkness lurking under the waves.
Developed by the renowned indie team Giant Squid, Sword of the Sea features the unique artistic design of creative director Matt Nava and beautiful music composed by Grammy winning Austin Wintory. Long time creative partners, their works together include beloved indie games ABZÛ, The Pathless, and the legendary, award-winning game Journey.

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Another gorgeous piece of art by Giant Squid. Visuals and soundtrack are breathtaking and the skating controls are fun.
10/10 Sword of the Sea is a breathtaking experience that blends stunning visuals, fluid movement, and an emotional atmosphere into something truly special. Gliding across vast dunes and ancient ruins is both relaxing and exhilarating, making exploration a constant joy. The game's gorgeous art direction and haunting soundtrack create an immersive world, while its subtle environmental storytelling gives the adventure real emotional depth. It feels like the culmination of Giant Squid's creative journey. It builds on the sense of wonder found in ABZÛ, the evocative environmental storytelling of The Pathless, and the studio's unmistakable artistic vision, bringing those strengths together into their most refined work yet.
又是一款精良的禅类佳作啊~ 虽然可以看出很多前代素材复用(比如风之旅人的沙漠和飘带、ABZU的水生动物和各自场景、The Pathless里的场景和服装造型),可能制作组是真的想省钱吧,不过呈现出的效果还是很不错的,我个人好喜欢 这一带也是和自然相关的主题,一如既往的禅类游戏爱好者舒适区 希望往后还能继续玩到Giant Squid的游戏~
Really the best 3 hours you can get.
看似御剑飞行,实际只能贴地飞,空中最多蹦两下 本来开篇一直飞速度快节奏挺流畅的 一到解谜节奏就被拉下来了 不如风之旅人统一
Masterpiece for a Day Off—The Spiritual Evolution of Journey and Abzû RECOMMENDED Playtime: Completed (Perfect length) If you loved Journey and Abzû, you need to play Sword of the Sea right now. This game feels like a brilliant evolution that seamlessly blends the absolute best mechanics, visuals, and artistic direction of both titles into a single, breathtaking experience. The visuals are nothing short of fantastic, offering a stunning world that feels alive, fluid, and endlessly mesmerizing to look at. Accompanying your journey is an incredibly emotional soundtrack that hits all the right notes and elevates the atmosphere to a whole new level. One of my absolute favorite things about it is its pacing. It has the perfect length—it respects your time and never "overstays its welcome." It is honestly the ultimate game for a day off when you have a block of uninterrupted time and the focus to sit down and experience it from start to finish in a single sitting. It’s an incredible, evocative ride. Highly recommended!
非常美,海洋与沙漠的强烈对比真的很震撼。相比起风之旅人,最明显的感觉成就更多,推进度的过程中成就感更足。推荐用DS5手柄,震动丝滑细腻,倒不如说是为了体验他的震动才买的这游戏。解密基本没难度,甚至可以说是平台跳跃+旅游模拟器,一周目2.8h纯推主线供参考。个人认为定价偏高,今后若有折扣好价值得一试。
Very beautiful!
sanat tasarımı harika bi oyun...oynayın..
Un juego ideal para bajar un cambio y disfrutar del arte, la música y la fluidez que propone.
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Languages: English*, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese*languages with full audio support
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