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Half Away Steam Charts & Stats
A One-Shot, Narrative Fantasy Adventure where players explore a colorful Spirit Realm through Juna’s eyes, solving puzzles with her ability to hear Objects' Hidden Voices and encountering unique Spirits.
| App ID | 3323500 |
| App Type | GAME |
| Developers | Better Half Team |
| Publishers | Better Half Team |
| Categories | Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support |
| Genres | Casual, Indie, Adventure |
| Release Date | Q4 2024 |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Supported Languages | English, Italian |
16 Total Reviews
16 Positive Reviews
0 Negative Reviews
Negative Score
Half Away has garnered a total of 16 reviews, with 16 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews, resulting in a ‘Negative’ overall score.
Recent Steam Reviews
This section displays the 10 most recent Steam reviews for the game, showcasing a mix of player experiences and sentiments. Each review summary includes the total playtime along with the number of thumbs-up and thumbs-down reactions, clearly indicating the community's feedback
Playtime:
82 minutes
*UPDATED*
Half Away is a cozy indie game, which shares a lot with Ookami and other PS2-era titles.
I have to prise the art style and music, as they help conveing the spiritual essence of its fantasy world. Little spirits were super funny to interact with!
All 4 endings gave me satisfying answers regarding the quick, yet rich adventure... also some hope in a future sequel ;)
At launch, I had to face quite some frustrating technical bugs during my playthroughs. The development team has listened to my suggestions, and fixed them in a very short time!
Congrats to Better Half for their first project, and I hope to see more from them in the (near) future ;)
👍 : 2 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
497 minutes
An unexpectedly good game for a first project of a small student team. The creativity, aesthetics, and music are great. While there are a few bugs and the gameplay isn’t always smooth, this game is a really strong starting point!
👍 : 2 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
189 minutes
A stunning world, deep story—"Bibbidi bop! Wabba wibba!" The puzzles? Smart. "Hoo chaka! Brrp brrp!" But sometimes slow. "Egh? Too much walky!"
The music? "Ooooh! Hama waba!" But movement? "Fweep! No no no!"
That final choice? "Bop! Yibbi yibbi! AHHH!"
"Zzzzt! Wahaha! 8/10!"
👍 : 2 |
😃 : 2
Positive
Playtime:
117 minutes
Although simple in its design, [i] Half Away [/i] is undoubtedly beautiful and original. From its inspired narrative based on slavic folklore and its stunning scenery, it is clear that this is a game that was made with a lot of passion and love, even though it does remains a little "unripe" in some of its parts.
It makes for a simple, chill, one-shot experience that is sure to deliver with it's story and atmosphere.
👍 : 3 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
950 minutes
I admit it’s unusual for a developer to review their own game, but I feel the need to share an honest opinion and tell a bit of the story behind Half Away.
The project began in June 2022, driven by overwhelming enthusiasm and limited technical skills. After six months of pre-production, we defined the core pillars of the game, which remained unchanged until its release. Initially, the idea was ambitious: three distinct environments, each with unique mechanics. However, over time, we realized we needed to scale back our expectations and focus on realistic goals.
A turning point came at Be Comics in Padua in February 2024, where we became the first students from our school to present a project at a fair. The audience's enthusiasm motivated us immensely. By May, for Svilupparty, we added another area—the Twilight Islands—although finalizing it proved to be a challenge.
In June, as school ended, the team was significantly reduced. Despite this, we rolled up our sleeves, tackling everything from programming to project management, even enduring the dreaded crunch that seems inevitable in game development.
In November, we participated in the Radioamatore e Games fair in Pordenone. It was there we realized the project was both achievable and well-received by players. This gave us a much-needed boost, which we fully utilized in December, allowing us to create three entire areas within that month.
The final project became an incredible learning experience for all of us. We managed to deliver a game that we feel is narratively and artistically satisfying, even if the gameplay might not be particularly innovative or groundbreaking.
This project taught us so much. We hope Half Away resonates with you, and that, for better or worse, it leaves a mark on you as it did on us.
👍 : 10 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Half Away Steam Achievements
Half Away offers players a rich tapestry of challenges, with a total of 16 achievements to unlock. These achievements span a variety of in-game activities, encouraging exploration, skill development, and strategic mastery. Unlocking these achievements provides not only a rewarding experience but also a deeper engagement with the game's content.
You Will Understand
The Path is Clear; She Awaits
ShishioWhat?
The Shishi-Odoshi is found in the Half Away.
Her Gaze Will Judge You
You Must Embrace Your Purpose
Bukons!
All the statue parts have been found in the Twilight Islands.
You Have Earned Their Endless Thanks
This Will Echo Through Eternity
In the End, All Returns to Dust
Indeed, You Took the Easy Way Out.
You May Regret This
At the End, I Joined them
You Became what I Am. Juna.
I completed the Other Half
He Stood as Your Last Judge
This Was Hidden by Me, for Myself.
Half Away Screenshots
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Half Away Minimum PC System Requirements
Minimum:- OS: Windows 10, macOS Mojave, or Linux Ubuntu 18.04
- Processor: Intel Core i3-8100 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti or AMD Radeon HD 7850 (or integrated equivalent with 2GB VRAM)
- Storage: 2 GB available space
- Sound Card: Whatever
- Additional Notes: The following system requirements are general recommendations and may vary depending on your specific hardware and configuration. Performance can differ based on factors like operating system version, GPU, and system optimizations. Please keep this in mind when checking the requirements.
Half Away Recommended PC System Requirements
Recommended:- OS: Windows 10 or higher
- Processor: Mid-range CPU (e.g., Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5)
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Dedicated GPU (e.g., Nvidia GTX 1060 or equivalent)
- Storage: 2 GB available space
- Sound Card: Whatever
- Additional Notes: The following system requirements are general recommendations and may vary depending on your specific hardware and configuration. Performance can differ based on factors like operating system version, GPU, and system optimizations. Please keep this in mind when checking the requirements.
Half Away has specific system requirements to ensure smooth gameplay. The minimum settings provide basic performance, while the recommended settings are designed to deliver the best gaming experience. Check the detailed requirements to ensure your system is compatible before making a purchase.
