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Play Overview
Oxenfree (2016) is an adventure game where a teenagers’ beach party spirals into a supernatural story. You guide the outcome with your choices as the well-written dialogue reveals characters coming to terms with family breakdown, death of a sibling, blame and a fraying grip on reality.
Characters dialogue is all well-voiced which gives the game a greater sense of immersion. As the plot (and reality) starts to unravel it takes some darker turns into the horror territory of Twin Peaks or Stranger Things. But as well as the jump scares we also discover deep backstories and complex relationships between the group.
Our examiner, Jonah Monaghan, first checked Oxenfree 5 years ago. It was re-examined by Thom Robertson and updated 8 weeks ago.
Characters dialogue is all well-voiced which gives the game a greater sense of immersion. As the plot (and reality) starts to unravel it takes some darker turns into the horror territory of Twin Peaks or Stranger Things. But as well as the jump scares we also discover deep backstories and complex relationships between the group.
Our examiner, Jonah Monaghan, first checked Oxenfree 5 years ago. It was re-examined by Thom Robertson and updated 8 weeks ago.
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Play Style
Duration
Play Time: This game will take between 5 hours and 8 hours to complete. You can complete the game in around 5 hours, but to see the proper ending does mean you need to play the game multiple times.
Benefits
Age Ratings
Skill Level
11+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. Still, it's important for parents and guardians to consider the maturity required to process the game content. It's also important to ensure children understand in-game purchases and have spending limits set-up. You need to be able to follow the story closely. Resilience and persistence are important for dealing with twists that can throw you off.
Costs
Oxenfree usually costs £7.99 to £8.99.
There are the following additional costs associated with this game:
To Play on iOS and Android you must be subscribed to Netflix.
It's important to set up your accounts and devices appropriately. More information is on our Financial Resources page.
Oxenfree
![]() | Xbox One | £8.39 | – | – |
![]() | Switch | £8.99 | – | – |
![]() | PC | £8.50 | – | – |
![]() | Mac | £8.50 | – | – |
![]() | PS4 | £7.99 | – | – |
![]() | Android | - | – | Free Netflix |
![]() | iOS | - | – | Free Netflix |
- In-Game Purchases: Additional in-game purchases are offered for items that enhance the experience.
To Play on iOS and Android you must be subscribed to Netflix.
It's important to set up your accounts and devices appropriately. More information is on our Financial Resources page.
Game Details
Release Date: 14/01/2016, updated in 2017
Out Now: Android, Mac, PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One and iOS
Skill Rating: 11+ year-olds
Players: 1
Genres: Narrative, Puzzle (Adventure, Sequencing and Traversal)
Accessibility: 15 features
Components: 3D Third-Person
Developer: Night Schoolers (@NightSchoolers)
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