Video games often deal with larger than life situations, and yet it's often the simpler things that hit home the most. Borrowing elements from films such as Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, and Pixar's Up, this is the story of a man on his deathbed attempting to fulfil his lifelong dream to visit the moon.

To go into anymore detail and risk spoilers would be a crime, but know that To The Moon stands as one of the most heartfelt stories of any game I have ever played, and when paired with the immaculate score composed by my much beloved Laura Shigihara, I can hardly imagine how someone could play through it without feeling something.

It's worth noting that what is here consists almost entirely of exposition. This is in by no means a slight against the game, just a fact that needs to be mentioned so you know what you are getting into. I realize that many have a disdain for games that barely deserved to be called as such, but in this case I beg that they put aside those prejudices, as I feel if anything could change their minds To The Moon is it.

To say that Freebird Games creation was emotionally affecting to me would be an understatement. Despite coming close on many occasions, I can scarcely recall any game that managed to make me tear up the way To The Moon did. It's a remarkable achievement in not only videogame storytelling, but as a narrative in any medium, and you would be an absolute fool if you passed it up!

When your life comes to an end, what else is your life than the accumulation of your memories? To the Moon introduces the idea of having the possibility to rewrite your life in order to be content with it during you last concious moments on this planet, but also presents you with the costs of doing so.
Besides having a filosofically interesting plot, this game features tonnes of little jokes and references that will keep the enjoyment up to scratch right from the start, all the way through the game, always knowing when it's appropriate to be funny.
This story is nicely accompanied by a lovely soundtrack that deserves to be picked up and having a listen to. Unless, of course, you have an intrinsic hate of piano music. The tracks are composed in such a way that they fit the individual scenes perfectly and add a genuine extra layer to the storytelling.
Playing this game for anything than its, frankly magnificent, storytelling capabilities would be a mistake though. Walking around feels like being in an outdated JRPG and further gameplay consists of non-imaginative puzzles that serve little purpose other than helping the player to not feel like they're watching a single cutscene.
Despite its flaws and being just a couple hours worth of an experience, I can do nothing else than recommend this wonderfully emotional piece of storytelling masterpiece, manly tears were shed. A must-play.

So...There's always a lighthouse...?
This game is astonishing, it is like a wonderful novel, or like a brilliant movie. The story is so touching, so full. Just...such a HUGE LOVE and amazing dream! I can compare this game with one of my favourite movies "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind". Spectacular dialogs, emotional roller coaster, great humor. And main piano theme "For River\To the moon" it is....I am speechless. 10 out of 10 from a sentimental dreamer.

To the Moon is the greatest proof that creativity and work can create games and sensational stories independent of the applied technology. It is flawless, from beginning to end. The characters are sensational, the story is unique and beautiful. To the Moon is a masterpiece.

To The Moon is definitely an interactive story more than a game, but please don't let that turn you away and cause you to miss out on an amazing experience. This is a story that will hit you, possibly directly, in The Feels™. It takes around four hours total depending on how quickly you move through, but please do yourself a favor and don't rush through. Freebird Games did an excellent job in presenting an emotional story which will keep you glued to your screen.

Pick an evening, sit back, and take the time to enjoy the tale as it unfolds.