
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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Every price cut of more than 20% we have observed, in each market that quoted one, with this game's chart position on either side of it. These are episodes, not a model: a sale is one event, and one event cannot tell you what the next one will do.
Reviews, worldwide (the counter carries no country): 0.43/day in the week to Aug 17 → 1.86/day in the week after.
For scale, across Steam · Top Sellers · Brazil over the last 30 days: the 26 chart moves that followed a price cut of more than 20% went a median of 7 places towards #1, and the 2,402 moves with no price cut behind them went 2 away. One store, one chart, one country — it is the only place we have enough observations to say even that.
Prices outside the United States have been collected since 6 August 2026 and chart positions since 19 July 2026, so a cut older than that has no market to compare and a market that joined later has no history yet. Nothing here is converted between currencies.
About
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.

Sums Steam only; PlayStation, Epic publish no volume signal, so the true total is higher by an unknown amount.
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SteamYou are here | $29.99 | 1.7Kreviews | 90% | — | $999.3K |
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Should really add FSR4 and DLSS latest version except for DLSS5 for obvious reasons and add XESS This would probably make the game playable on bigger range of specs. Still would recommend especially if you like these type of visual style. Also upscaling these days is kind of a must especially when you play on a 3840x1600 ultrawide
全程很放松的一款游戏,但是太短了,3-4小时能通关,建议骨折入
Magnifique experience <3
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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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Matched by title — a reused name can pair the wrong games. * is a critic aggregate. Prices and positions are each store's United States storefront; Epic charts worldwide. Audience and Score too, except Steam's, which is worldwide.
Hours played at review time, across 135 reviews with recorded playtime.
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Short, sweet, and pretty. Grab it on sale if you enjoy these kinds of projects. I enjoyed "The Pathless" a bit more for what its worth.
I cannot express the absolute joy this game made me feel. If I could choose any game to go back and play for the first time again, this would be it. The gameplay was smooth, the music beautiful. The animals were so cool to see and save. Plus the areas were stunningly beautiful, and I'd often spend more time than necessary in one area just exploring and playing on the landscape. The easter eggs were a fun surprise too. I cannot express the emotions this game made me feel, the absolute joy and wonder that came with every new area and every biome unlocked. I cried because this game was so beautiful. It was so much fun freeing the demigods and being apart of bringing their homes back. And the final boss? Oh she was incredible. The battle was challenging, but you knew what was at stake, so you pressed on no matter what. Getting the achievement for her was difficult, but it was well worth it. The lore was so much fun to learn and speculate, there were so many twists and turns in the story. Absolutely amazing. Easy 100/10 for me. I cannot wait for the next game to come out so I can enjoy that too.
Sword of the Sea — Sirius Gaming Review ★★★★★ 10/10 Reviewed by Sirius Gaming Affiliated with Paws 2 Da Wall (P2DW) There are games that entertain you, games that challenge you, and then there are games that leave you genuinely captivated by the experience. Sword of the Sea is firmly in that third category. From the moment you begin your journey, Sword of the Sea delivers an experience that feels less like simply playing a video game and more like stepping into a living work of art. Its breathtaking environments, fluid movement, atmospheric soundtrack, and beautifully crafted world come together to create something truly special. The movement is one of the game's greatest strengths. Gliding effortlessly across sand, water, and expansive landscapes creates an incredible sense of freedom and momentum. There is a satisfying rhythm to exploration that makes simply moving through the world enjoyable in its own right. Visually, Sword of the Sea is stunning. Every environment feels thoughtfully designed, with enormous landscapes that encourage you to stop, look around, and appreciate the world you're traveling through. The contrast between the desolation of the environment and the life that gradually emerges throughout the journey creates a powerful sense of discovery. But what makes Sword of the Sea particularly memorable is its ability to communicate without constantly relying on dialogue or exposition. The world itself tells a story. The environments, architecture, music, and progression all contribute to an experience that feels mysterious, emotional, and deeply atmospheric. The soundtrack deserves special recognition as well. It complements the exploration beautifully without overwhelming it, helping establish the game's sense of scale and wonder. This isn't a game designed around endless combat, complicated progression systems, or competitive mechanics. Instead, Sword of the Sea focuses on exploration, movement, atmosphere, and the emotional experience of the journey. And sometimes, that's exactly what gaming needs. Final Verdict Sword of the Sea is an extraordinary example of how video games can function as an artistic medium. It is beautiful, atmospheric, immersive, and remarkably satisfying to play. For players who appreciate exploration, visual storytelling, breathtaking environments, and experiences that allow you to simply lose yourself in a world, this is an easy recommendation. Sirius Gaming Score: 10/10 An absolutely unforgettable journey — and one we're proud to recommend from Sirius Gaming and P2DW. P2DW — Paws 2 Da Wall Gaming • Community • Conservation • Making a Difference
Out of the three games that Giant Squid has made, I think this is the best so far. The game is visually and artistically pretty, with the sun reflecting on the sand, surfing with orcas in a resurrected ocean, or looking at ruins under the water. The soundtrack is pretty relaxing, which I vibe with Unpredictable and Joyous. What I'm upset about is that despite the game being visually pretty, it does lead to some FPS problems in some levels. I was a little upset when I had to notch my graphics from Ultra (standard graphics setting for me) to medium. I'd say it's better than Abzu and The Pathless mainly because it's faster-paced than Abzu, which is mainly my preference. Compared to The Pathless, it's more lively and I'm not getting harassed by a region boss for a stealth minigame every 7 minutes while running around a forest, compared to just surfing and vibing to the desert sand and revived ocean.
Extremely beautiful, great soundtrack, kinda sky: children of light in play but far better imo.
bom joguinho. ele eh curto, mas bem feito, jogo bem mais chill. poderia ser mais otimizado talvez, no steam deck nao roda tao bem, entao o ideal eh jogar no pc por conta disso. porem a arte e a gameplay sao excelente.
This game is BEAUTIFUL, sure it's short but I really love the skate mechanics and it's a restore the world game (which I will always craze) If you want a great looking emotional game, this is for you.
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