Jerry Williams
RPGFanSaltsea Chronicles Review | RPGFan
Published 12/11/2023
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70
-10 vs critic avg
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PC / PS5 / Mac / Switch - 10/12/2023
Saltsea Chronicles
It begins with a kidnapped captain and a stolen ship. Where it leads next? That’s up to you… In this story-driven adventure game you will explore strange and wonderful communities, uncover a deep conspiracy, and chart a journey through twists and turns, difficulties and delights.
- Developer
- Die Gute Fabrik
- Publisher
- Die Gute Fabrik
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Critic avg
80
9 scored reviews
Total coverage
9
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Score range
70–100
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Mixed response
Score range is 21–30 points
Critic landscape
The critic average is 80 across 9 scored reviews, with a 30-point spread. That suggests a mixed critic response rather than a single clear read.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the 70–79 band.
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9 included scored reviews
90–1002 reviews · 22%
80–893 reviews · 33%
70–794 reviews · 44%
Below 700 reviews · 0%
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Justin Nation
Nindie SpotlightSaltsea Chronicles
Published 10/23/2023
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Score
72
-8 vs critic avg
Review
Read originalAndres Aviles
GamesCreedSaltsea Chronicles Nintendo Switch Review: Go Deep Into The Unknown
Published 10/15/2023
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Score
84
+4 vs critic avg
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Read originalStephen Tailby
Push SquareReview: Saltsea Chronicles (PS5) - A Seaworthy, Choice-Driven Adventure
Published 10/12/2023
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70
-10 vs critic avg
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Read originalSarah Maria Griffin
The GuardianSaltsea Chronicles review – beguiling marine mystery is a delightful adventure
Published 10/12/2023
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80
0 vs critic avg
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Read originalKieron Verbrugge
Press StartSaltsea Chronicles Review – Cruise Your Own Adventure
Published 10/12/2023
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Score
90
+10 vs critic avg
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Read originalJames Wood
WellPlayedSaltsea Chronicles Review
Published 10/12/2023
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Score
85
+5 vs critic avg
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Read originalGiovanni Colantonio
Digital TrendsSaltsea Chronicles review: poignant nautical adventure explores the distances between us
Published 10/12/2023
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70
-10 vs critic avg
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Read originalChristian Donlan
EurogamerSaltsea Chronicles review - a dreamy adventure that contains multitudes
Published 10/12/2023
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100
+20 vs critic avg
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