Platforms
- PCJun 13, 20238.3playscore7.69 Critics10215 Players
- PlayStation 5Jun 13, 2023NAplayscore7.713 CriticsNA0 Players
- Xbox Series X|SJun 13, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 Critics7.2180 Players
- PlayStation 4Jun 13, 2023NAplayscore7.33 CriticsNA0 Players
- Xbox OneJun 13, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 Critics7.2180 Players
- Nintendo SwitchJun 13, 2023NAplayscore7.17 CriticsNA0 Players
29 critic reviews · 1 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Dordogne is an interesting, imperfect game with some phenomenal design and visuals. The watercolor graphics make for one of the most stunning games I’ve seen for a while, and some of the interactive choices worked incredibly well, such as the activity of putting photos and poems together to make the binder Mimi longs to rediscover. While there are certain areas of frustration, I ultimately enjoyed my time in exploring Mimi’s childhood memories (and my own) through art.
Allyson Cygan · Jul 31, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Dordogne has a heartwarming story and stunning visuals. However, the mini-games may pose a challenge for players with tardy reflexes.
Erik Parkin · Jul 31, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Dordogne is the definition of a cozy game. The laid-back point-and-click gameplay is accompanied by a sweet story about the wonders of youth and the struggles of family. It is an overall feel-good experience that has a handful of more emotional moments. All of this is delivered with a great presentation and a beautiful art style. The game will give you a few hours of warm feelings, but people looking for a deep story or challenging gameplay will not find it here.
Wirotaboto · Jul 07, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Dordogne’s unique selling point is undoubtedly its art style. It truly is beautiful – perhaps one of the most gorgeously animated games we’ve had the pleasure to play, even. And yes, the visuals alone are almost enough to carry the game. Despite the odd misstep, though, we did thoroughly enjoy the story and came to care for Mimi and her grandmother – as brief as our time with them was. It’s small, it’s quaint, but it’s touching – and it’s one of those special games that reminds you life is precious, fleeting and nothing should be taken for granted.
Kim Snaith · Jun 22, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Dordogne was not the game I was hoping for. The gameplay is awkward and tedious, and the story takes far too long to get interesting, then ends rather abruptly. The only area that did manage to live up to the hype was the art design. Unfortunately, after soaking up its breath-taking watercolor aesthetic, I found Dordogne to be less of a wild adventure, and more of a lackadaisical drift downstream.
Heidi Hawes · Jun 20, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - As someone who derives real pleasure in admiring beautiful paintings, Dordogne ups the ante by letting me creatively interact with its gorgeous art. Even better, it layers a largely enjoyable tale on top of it. Like Mimi and Nora’s relationship, there are some bumps to overcome, but good times await those willing to work through them.
Marcus Stewart · Jun 16, 2023 Reviewed on PS5 - Dordogne is a gentle and comfortable adventure that manages to capture an authentic quality. The intriguing narrative threads are thoughtfully implemented to allow you to tie strands together. Gameplay aspects are rudimentary and at times feel unnecessary, however, they do help make the jaw-dropping environments feel alive. While at times you may wish that Mimi could run, that thought seems to dissipate as you take in the beautiful surroundings. Although this is not for everyone, those who enjoy narrative-driven games will fall in love with Dordogne.
Jaz Sagoo · Jun 16, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - If you are a fan of narrative, artistic or emotional games, you are going to love Dordogne. It is a beautiful exploration of family ties and how memories can shape you as a person that should be on the wishlist of any wholesome indie game lover.
Elysian · Jun 16, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - On its trip down the river, some of Dordogne’s design ideas feel stodgy, performance is sometimes flaky, and it leans into its clunkiest gameplay elements as it nears the end. But to get hung up on these points is to miss a truly touching story bringing a beautiful world to life in sound and images. There’s a lot to reward you here if you can navigate the obstacles and just go with the flow.
Roland Ingram · Jun 13, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Dordogne is a delightful indie trip down memory lane that's packed full of emotion, alongside a surprising number of ways in which to interact with its watercolour world. Mimi's story may be a slight one, but the short running time and simplicity of the narrative add to the charm here. This is a game about reconnecting with your childhood, rediscovering long-lost memories and re-engaging with the things that make you who you are.
PJ O'Reilly · Jun 13, 2023 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review
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Community Reviews
- Rated on Switch
About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
Dordogne is a narrative adventure game in which you play as Mimi, a 32-year-old woman visiting the house of her recently deceased grandmother. As a souvenir of the childhood summers Mimi spent with her in Dordogne, her grandmother left her letters and puzzles to solve, to remind her to make the most out of life.
In this colourful region, full of wonderful scents and feelings, Mimi will immerse herself back into her childhood memories, and see once again through the eyes of the little girl who marveled at everything.
Dordogne is set both in the present and the past. In the present timeline, Mimi explores the rooms in her grandmother’s home. In the past timeline, you’ll help a 10-year-old Mimi explore Dordogne and complete her quests, affecting the present.
Along with the puzzles that both versions of Mimi will solve, you’ll collect photos, sounds, objects and words to create Mimi’s journal – keeping young Mimi’s memories of summers spent with her grandmother in Dordogne.
Developer: UMANIMATION