Thomas Whitehead
Nintendo LifeReview: Before I Forget - A Poignant Portrayal Of Dementia
Published 5/8/2021
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Series X|S / Linux / PC / Mac / XONE / Switch - 7/16/2020
Before I Forget
Explore the present to uncover the past, in a short story of love and loss and a life well-lived. A narrative exploration that examines a world where memories are constantly fading and jumbled. A game about dementia and what happens when you can't hold onto the things you've done or the people you've loved.
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- 3-Fold Games
- Publisher
- 3-Fold Games, Plug In Digital
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80
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David Restrepo
TechRaptorBefore I Forget Review
Published 5/5/2021
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Read originalKim Snaith
GameSpewBefore I Forget Review – GameSpew
Published 4/29/2021
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Read originalBen Schuster
Qualbert.comBefore I Forget Review (Nintendo Switch)
Published 4/28/2021
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Read originalSimon Parkin
The GuardianBefore I Forget review: compassionate game about living with dementia
Published 7/18/2020
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Read originalChristian Donlan
EurogamerBefore I Forget review - a vital addition to neurological art
Published 7/16/2020
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