Bury Me My Love Review

Posted: 17 months ago, last updated 5 weeks ago.

Author: @GeekDadGamer and Jo Robertson.

Overview

Don’t be put off by the name and theme of this intriguing game, an adventure played by choosing responses in what looks like a messaging app. You take the role of the husband of a Syrian migrant travelling to Europe. As the game unfolds in real time, her messages pop up on your phone throughout the day. Choosing the different answers to her questions influences the decisions she makes and the path of her journey. Each play-through results in a different journey and one of 20 different endings.

The mature theme, easy progression and low time-commitment make this an excellent first game for adults to try. Experience the life of a Syrian migrant in a unique and moving way.

Game Details

Content Rating: PEGI 7

Skill Rating: 12+ year-olds

Release Date: 26/10/2017, updated in 2020

Platforms: Android, Mac, PC, Switch and iOS

Genres: Adventure, Narrative and Turn-Based

Accessibility: 30 features

Developer: @BMMLgame

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There is an excellent documentary about the game and its themes.

Commitment

Duration: This game will take between 2 hours and 4 hours to complete. Play for a few minutes a day and you’ll complete the game in a week or so. The game world proceeds in real-time, so if the character is travelling or sleeping there will often be a considerable time before the next interaction. This slow pace is part of the charm and immersion, but there’s a setting to speed it up if you want to complete the game faster.

Players: This is a single player game.

Costs

Bury Me My Love usually costs £4.49.

Bury Me My Love

Switch

£4.49

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Does not offer in-game purchases, 'loot boxes' or 'battle/season passes'. You can try a demo of the Prologue to the narrative for free via a web browser.

Age Ratings

PEGI 7 with Implied Violence, Mild Violence.

ESRB EVERYONE 10+.

Rated 12+ on the Apple App Store.

In addition to the official age rating the developer suggests that it's suitable for teenage players because of the real themes included. Parents and carers may want to play the game first before their child.

Skill Rating: This game is enjoyed by 12+ year-olds as it's a good match for their ability and maturity.

Accessibility

You can play the game in real time, so you have to wait for the game. Or speed things up so there is no waiting.

Our Bury Me My Love Accessibility Report details 30 accessibility features:

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