Caravan SandWitch


Caravan SandWitch is an adventure video game developed by Studio Plane Toast and published by Dear Villagers. It was released for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on September 12, 2024.

Gameplay

In Caravan SandWitch, the players control Sauge, who is searching for her missing sister, Garance, in a post-apocalyptic world. The world exploration is free, whether in van or on foot, with no combat or danger. The game features van customization, character interactions and puzzle-solving.

Development and release

Caravan SandWitch was created by Emi and Adrien and developed by Studio Plane Toast, an independent game development studio based in France. The game's development began in 2020, with a team of around 10-15 developers working on the project.
The game's art style was designed with a focus on vibrant colors and detailed environments. The game's soundtrack was composed by Antynomy, a french composer, who aimed to create a haunting and atmospheric score that complemented the game's narrative.

Reception

Caravan SandWitch received "generally favorable reviews" per the review aggregator Metacritic for the Microsoft Windows and Nintendo Switch releases, and "mixed or average reviews" for the PlayStation 5 release. Fellow review aggregator OpenCritic assessed that the game received fair approval, being recommended by 63% of critics.
Some critics praised the game's visuals, sound design, and narrative, while others criticized the game's pacing and lack of challenge.

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