Let's not beat around the bush, almost everyone buys Firewatch because it's absolutely beautiful. While not technically impressive, it has a totally unique and bold aesthetic. It's clean and polished, and those qualities apply to the whole game. The sound design wraps around your head with the sounds of birds chirping and running water. Despite the cartoony nature of the game's look, it always feels like you're actually out in the woods, isolated from the rest of humanity. Firewatch is a brief game only taking me a little over three hours to complete, but it doesn't overstay its welcome at all. When I finished it I felt satisfied like I wanted more but knew it was for the best if it ended now. The story grabbed my attention in literally the first minute and it never really let go. I really felt like my character and I had grown by the end. The game itself mostly involves hiking from your tower to various points in the forest. There isn't any challenge whatsoever. You're given a map but for the most part you'll learn the various trails fairly quickly and be able to navigate the wilderness like a pro. If you're looking for a cozy and relaxing game to get into for a few hours, Firewatch is for you. Be warned this isn't exactly a children's game though, the story does take a fairly dark turn. I also had minor technical issues when first installing the game as various files didn't install and I had to find them on the internet. This was an easy fix though and shouldn't deter anyone from playing.
