Old Man’s Journey is just that. The journey of an old man to an unknown destination. The game starts seamlessly with a postman delivering a letter to said old man and we’re off to the races. Instantly you will notice the very unique art style used in the game. In certain instances it looks almost like a painting and in other scenes it looks more like everything has been created using fabric similar to Little Big Planet.
The uniqueness of the game doesn’t end with the art style either. The gameplay is a mix between an old school point and click and a puzzle game. You move the old lad by clicking an area of the screen, but quickly you find your path blocked and are introduced to the puzzle element.
For this, you need to click and drag the terrain to manipulate it in such a way that let’s you continue your journey. This mechanic is the real core of the gameplay loop and is utilised throughout the game. It is implemented well aside from one section where you have to move multiple pieces of terrain in a timely manner which can be frustrating. Although the speed in which you move them is only an issue if you are chasing the trophy attached to that section.
Speaking of trophies, hunters of the beautiful little devils will be happy to know that this games features 11 
– 1 
and a 
. While numerous trophies are missable, there is a very generous chapter select that let’s you double back for anything you missed. I would rate the platinum difficulty at 2/10 with only one of the gold trophies being mildly challenging.
The games music score fits the world around it perfectly. It plays constantly in the background as you progress through the game. There is no dialogue which may put some off, but when you play you will realise that it was the right call and adds to the mood the game creates. Throughout the game you will encounter flashbacks to times in the old man’s life. This is more powerful than any dialogue could have been.
Overall the team over at Broken Rules have created an experience that you won’t soon forget. It’s short, coming in at about two hours, but that is the ideal time for a game of this nature. Don’t miss out on a memorable and unique PS4 experience.
VdZe
Reviewed on PS4. Also available on Xbox One, PC, Android and iOS. Review code provided by the publisher.
