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Gerda: A Flame in Winter

Gerda: A Flame in Winter

|Denmark, France|Indie, Adventure

9.0 /10

Aww Amazing!

Niche

547 ratings
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Why play it

When the snow stops falling, the small Danish village of Tinglev will no longer be the same. Walk the path of Gerda as her quiet life is turned upside down during the World War 2 occupation of her home. Choose where to go, how to act, and who to trust in this intimate narrative RPG-lite experience inspired by real life events. How far would you go to protect your loved ones?

Story and worldbuilding

In this poignant story-driven game, you play as Gerda, a nurse whose life is turned upside down overnight. A tale told not on the front line, but in the intimate setting of the small Danish village she has lived her whole life. Armed only with her wits and knowledge of her people, Gerda must try to save her loved ones while staying true to herself. Every dilemma is challenging and every decision critical in times of turmoil such as war. Make your choices through a mix of exploration, dialog, and resource and relationship management. Your personality traits are your skills in this unique narrative RPG-lite experience and your connection with others also determines how the story unfolds.

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Rating momentum

Aww Amazing!: 9.0/10 across 547 ratings. This score says: bump it to the top of your backlog.

Play style

Leans into Indie, Adventure, Role-playing (RPG) — a quick read on whether that fantasy matches what you usually enjoy.

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RPG FanAbraham Kobylanski · 1 Sep, 2022
8.4/10

Deep characters lure you into a razor-sharp tale of difficult decisions and hidden intrigue from a frightening, divisive time in history.

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The Game CraterJade Garrett · 23 Jun, 2023
8/10

Gerda: A Flame in Winter is an in-depth narrative adventure that teaches you about history while you uncover the secrets of the town. With its minor bugs, it still manages to keep you entranced in the narrative. Its true-to-life storytelling will keep you immersed and guessing with all the hard choices you make. Gerda: A Flame In Winter is perfect for history buffs and narrative story lovers.

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God is a GeekChris White · 13 Jun, 2023
7.5/10

Gerda: A Flame in Winter - Liva's Story examines the harsh realities of conflict from WWII with some fantastic writing and tough decisions.

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CGMagazineMadison Duchin · 3 Jun, 2023
8/10

Gerda: A Flame in Winter offers an intricately woven and nuanced story of bravery, compassion and what it takes to be kind in a hostile environment.

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GamesCreedDaman Shelley · 25 May, 2023
9.4/10

Liva’s Story DLC is a seamless addition to the already incredible narrative of Gerda: A Flame in Winter. While it doesn’t change much or add anything revolutionary to the game or its narrative, it doesn’t need to and merely just adds a bit more context to the main game’s story. If you are a fan of narrative-heavy games or just a fan of Gerda: A Flame in Winter, then Liva’s Story is an excellent addition to the game, one that you will greatly appreciate.

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SomHráč.skVladimír Rusnák · 24 Feb, 2023
9/10

The biggest strengths of Gerda: A Flame in Winter are its chilling atmosphere, strong characters and the World War 2 setting. The game lets you see both sides of the conflict through the neutral eyes its main heroine.

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Gaming ProfessorsNikola Erlebachová · 21 Dec, 2022
8.5/10

Gerda: A Flame in Winter presents the story of desperate human fates during World War II in a compelling, superbly crafted, and above all, educational way. The game creates a diverse playing field and puts the reins in the players’ hands, allowing them to be the ones who firmly control the situation. Let us learn from the mistakes of our dark past and not repeat them again.

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KonsoliFINRisto Karinkanta · 26 Sep, 2022
6/10

Gerda: A Flame in Winter is a Nordic narrative adventure game set in Nazi-occupied Denmark during World War II. The player takes on the role of Gerda, a nurse caught between loyalty and resistance after her husband is arrested by the Gestapo for his ties to the local resistance. As a Danish-German, Gerda navigates a web of tense relationships, smuggling plots, and moral dilemmas in her village. The gameplay centers on tough choices, limited resources, and managing Gerda’s emotional energy, with branching dialogues and consequences that encourage replayability. Featuring a minimalist watercolor art style and no manual saves, the game delivers an intimate and emotionally impactful experience rooted in real historical events.

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SpaziogamesNicolò Bicego · 25 Sep, 2022
8.5/10

Gerda is an excellent adventure set in WWII, that depicts an eye-opening perspective on the conflict and the nazi occupations.

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Pure NintendoJemma Casson · 20 Sep, 2022
8/10

Gerda: A Flame in Winter is an interactive novel featuring well-written dialogue and varied pathways, coupled with simple RPG elements. Much like a good book, this is one game that's hard to put down.

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