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Our examiner, Jo Robertson, first checked Everything 3 years ago. It was re-examined by Andy Robertson and updated 4 weeks ago.
Play Overview
As you do this you overhear dialogue from the things in the world. Sometimes this is a cheery greeting, while at others the questions and comments are deeper. Wondering why they've spent so much time collecting things in their lives. Or looking for friendship. Or, even, sadness at not knowing their parents as well as they might.
Running through this absurd space are spoken quotes from philosopher Alan Watts, which further challenge consumer and capitalist assumptions about what is important in life.
As you move around the world you can collect similar objects into your rolling flock. If you leave the game idle it will slowly play through scenes and inhabit objects on its own. Because of this, it's particularly easy for new or very young players.
Benefits
This game is good if you want to:
- Pause the action with meditation
- Make your own playground adventure
- Play your first open world game
- Muse on deep topics
- Rediscover community
- Re-think your assumptions
This game has been the inspiration for the following activities:
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Age Ratings
In addition to the official rating, parents should note that some of the dialogue in the game is quite dark and talks about assisted suicide.
Skill Level
3+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. Although the game requires some fine motor skills to really investigate, it can accommodate very young players who can have fun rolling around the world and changing from one thing to another.
Our Game Pathways reveal how 46-year-olds play this game:
- 46-year-old: Slowing Down Time
Game Details
Release Date: 21/03/2017, updated in 2019
Out Now: Mac, PC, PS4 and Switch
Content Rating: PEGI 3
Skill Rating: 3+ year-olds
Players: 1
Genres: Narrative, Traversal (Adventure and Simulation)
Accessibility: 3 features
Components: 3D Third-Person and Open World
Developer: David Oreilly (@DavidOreilly)

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