Torn Away is a Platformer, Adventure, and Puzzle game for PC published by Hawthorn Games in 2023. Experience the tragedy of WWII.
Torn Away PC Game 2023 review:
This game presents an interactive narrative that combines elements of adventure games, side-scrollers, and immersive first-person levels.
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Embark on a unique journey as a young girl, experiencing the heart-wrenching tragedy of World War II while striving to preserve your humanity. Join Asya, a ten-year-old girl, whose simple desires include sailing paper ships in the stream, playing in the backyard with friends, and rushing home for dinner at the sound of her mother’s call. However, the backdrop of Europe is consumed by the raging flames of World War II, resulting in the forced labor of millions of Soviet people, including Asya and her mother.
After enduring unbearable months in a labor camp, Asya manages to escape, driven by the sole purpose of returning home. Travel across Germany and Poland, braving the challenges that lie ahead, in a quest to reunite Asya with her family and find solace in her homeland. Throughout your journey, you will encounter poignant reminders of a peaceful past and the promise of brighter days to come.
Witness the world through the eyes of a girl who has been thrust into maturity far too early. Navigate perilous situations, evading soldiers and overcoming harsh weather conditions. Immerse yourself in Asya’s story, stepping into her shoes to confront danger head-on.
Pros of Torn Away:
- A heartwarming narrative, drawing inspiration from the journals of Soviet children during wartime, beautifully portrays the challenges through the eyes of a young girl.
- It sheds light on the often-overlooked topic of the “Ostarbeiters,” individuals forcefully transported from Eastern Europe to toil in Nazi labor camps.
- The visual aesthetics combine elements of socialist realism and contemporary French animation.
- The soundtrack draws inspiration from the musical styles found in Hayao Miyazaki’s films, French New Wave cinema, and experimental electronic music.
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Basic System Requirements:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows7 (64bit)
- CPU: Intel Core2 Duo
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Geforce GT 430 (1024 MB) / Radeon HD 5570 (1024 MB)
- Storage: 5 GB available space
