When Henry arrives in Wyoming and the view switches to first-person, we are introduced to Delilah, another lookout and Henry’s superior.
The dialogue options presented through the game and the way the rest of the story unfolds are meaningful and satisfying. Years are displayed to show the passing of time, and this introduction to the game does much to paint Henry as a sympathetic figure dealing with a tragic situation. The story begins with Henry meeting and falling in love with his wife Julia, and it details their relationship through on-screen text and a handful of dialogue choices. Two clear strengths make Firewatch stand out: the writing and the voice-acting. The mysteries that develop over the course of the game add suspense and drive the story to an interesting but divisive conclusion. While the game is light on action and gameplay elements, the setting of the Shoshone National Forest in Wyoming during the summertime provides a beautiful space to explore. The plot revolves around a man named Henry who leaves his hometown of Boulder to become a fire lookout after his wife’s dementia becomes severe and she is taken back to Australia to live with her parents. Originally released in 2016, Firewatch is a story-driven adventure game by developer Campo Santo.
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