GRIS (Switch)

The way her dress slowly gains color and new abilities as she moves through grief is such a beautiful, wordless mechanic—it made the whole journey feel personal. I played it in two sittings on my Switch and the art and music are just stunning.

I was really struck by how the game uses silence and color to tell its emotional story without any dialogue. The way the dress abilities unlock new paths through the world made exploration feel meaningful and smooth. It’s a short experience, but every moment left an impression.

The way her dress shifts colors and grants new abilities as she progresses through each emotional stage is beautifully woven into the gameplay. It took me about four hours to finish, and every moment felt meaningful.