The Pathless is a mythic adventure where you play as the Hunter, a skilled archer who explores a mysterious cursed island with an eagle companion. Your goal is to lift an unnatural shroud of darkness that plagues the world. As you bound acrobatically through dense forests, you will hunt prey, discover ancient ruins, and form a deep bond with your eagle. But beware: dangerous spirits also lurk in the woods. If you aren't careful, you may become the hunted yourself.
Platforms
iOS Mac Switch PC PS4 PS5 XONE Series X|SGenres
Adventure Indie Role-playing (RPG)Themes
Action Fantasy Mystery Open world
Languages: English and 17 more
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Media
Critic Reviews
ZTGD
By Terrence JohnsonPretty early in the game players will get a bird companion who will also help with puzzles. She can be instructed to pick up and place items and will use other things in tandem with The Hunters bow to open new routes and solve puzzles. The Pathless is a very solid action-adventure game, one that arguably is something that Xbox lacks. While a two-year-old game won’t set the world on fire in sales; I can recommend this to those folks who may have been waiting for this release on Xbox, the bright colors and almost anime-like graphics and exceptionally well-done soundtrack make for a chill and mostly rewarding experience.
NintendoWorldReport
By Joe DeVaderLastly, there were a few frame hiccups here and there, most notably when entering a new plateau for the first time. These problems are relatively minor, though, and I still found the game to be incredibly fun to play regardless, but if they're a deal breaker for you it'd be a better idea to look to other platforms for your Pathless experience. Overall, The Pathless is a game those looking for some action and exploration should definitely give a try.
NaviGames
By Antonio MarchenaMany lights and shadows for this simple, small, dynamic and striking adventure. The Pathless, in a way, brings us closer to the indecipherable and unrelenting beauty of nature with a usual, but functional, sensibility.
Sirus Gaming
By Kimberly Mae GoThe Pathless offers a visually stunning world, clever puzzles, and a unique movement mechanic that may appeal to some players. However, its repetitive nature in puzzle-solving and boss battles, combined with a somewhat cliché story, keeps it from reaching its full potential. While completionists may find value in exploring every nook and cranny, others might feel that more inventiveness and a less cliché narrative would have elevated the game. It’s a game worth trying, especially if you appreciate unconventional movement mechanics and captivating visuals, but it falls short of being a masterpiece.
COGconnected
By Stephan AdamusThe Pathless is fun for a bit, but I didn’t find any of the detail or smoothness our reviewer loved about the PS5 version. I would recommend avoiding the Switch version over any of the other ones. It’s a game best played docked anyways. If you’re at all curious, you might enjoy The Pathless, but its presentation is far from breathtaking on the Switch.
