Shape of the World (2018)

Hollow Tree Games

Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One

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Shape of the World is an ephemeral first-person exploration game where the world grows around you in a procedurally populated environment. Exploration is about intentionally getting lost and the joy of being found again. Your presence is the driving force behind the evolving environment as you establish permanent monuments to mark your way. Without your presence, will the forest still … Shape of the World is an ephemeral first-person exploration game where the world grows around you in a procedurally populated environment. Exploration is about intentionally getting lost and the joy of being found again. Your presence is the driving force behind the evolving environment as you establish permanent monuments to mark your way. Without your presence, will the forest still come alive?

Shape of the World builds on the ideas of experiential games like Proteus and Flower where points and combat don’t enter the equation. An evolving world that grows with each step and hints at distant landmarks encourages the player to explore. Shape of the World offers a unique unfolding experience for those seeking an alternative to quest-driven adventure games.
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Details

Developers
Hollow Tree Games
Publishers
Plug In Digital
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Music, Simulator
Themes
Action, Fantasy

Release dates

  • Jun 05, 2018 PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4
  • Jun 06, 2018 (North America) Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
  • Jun 06, 2018 Xbox One
  • Jul 12, 2021 PlayStation 5