Firewatch has an average rating of 84% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – the best rating was given by HardcoreGamer (4.5/5), the worst by Game Informer (7.8/10). The game was released on February 8, 2016 for PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, macOS, Linux and Nintendo Switch. Metacritic score is 81, players on RAWG rate the game 86%.
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What critics praise
„Firewatch is one of those games that you need to take a step back and think about after it’s over.“
Firewatch has an average rating of 84% based on 2 reviews from English-language gaming websites. Critics agree – the best rating was given by HardcoreGamer (4.5/5), the worst by Game Informer (7.8/10).
When was Firewatch released?
Firewatch was released on February 8, 2016.
What platforms is Firewatch available on?
Firewatch is available for PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, macOS, Linux and Nintendo Switch.
How long does it take to beat Firewatch?
Players on RAWG spend on average 5 hours playing Firewatch.
Is Firewatch worth playing?
Yes. With an average rating of 84%, Firewatch is one of the highly rated games and critics recommend it. Critics largely agree on the rating.
What games are similar to Firewatch?
Games similar to Firewatch are for example Untitled Goose Game.
Statistics
Critics consensus
Critics agree
Spread of ratings
13 percentage points
Standard deviation
± 6,3
Best rating
4,5/5
HardcoreGamer
Worst rating
7,8/10
Game Informer
The distribution of rating
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Ranking
#251
of 709 games released in 2016
better than 65 % of games
#23
of 58 games released in 2016 on Xbox One
better than 61 % of games
Firewatch is one of those games that you need to take a step back and think about after it’s over. This tense four-hour adventure might lead you to believe it’s going places it never goes, and while some might wish for a grander tale loaded with conspiracy, what’s actually there stands on its own as wonderful. A touching human story sprinkled with player agency, Firewatch succeeds in causing players...
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Firewatch has not been beaten once. This could be a hit. Our recommendation - the game is definitely worth playing, do not hesitate.
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