Alright, so here’s the scoop. Imagine this: you’re sitting around, possibly with a cup of coffee that’s now lukewarm (because who remembers to drink it while it’s hot anyway?). And there it is – another freebie from the Epic Games Store. This one’s called Sable. It’s not just some throwaway, it’s actually worth your attention. Like, no kidding. And you can play from the comfort of your AC-cushioned living room or wherever you stash your gaming stuff. Available till July 3, mind you.
I first bumped into Sable not because of anything game-related. Nope, it was the music. That’s what hooked me. Japanese Breakfast, you know? Their tracks are like, pure chill. Weirdly perfect for when you’re trying to focus on writing or something. I’ve spun that soundtrack more times than I’ve replayed my favorite movie scenes. Vinyl? Heck yes, I got it. Took me a while (too long honestly), but I finally dived into the game behind those tunes.
Now you’re Sable. Yeah, that’s your name. Young woman, leaving her village to figure out life — what’s out there, who she wants to be. And you figure it out through masks. Not like, metaphorical ones (though, maybe that too?), but actual masks. You got your cartographer’s mask, machinist’s mask, and others. But these aren’t just for looking fancy — they’re your options, your possible paths. Kind of deep, if you think about it.
The world’s this big desert, and it’s pulling you in to explore. And what’s neat? The masks. Each one comes with its own little adventure. Like, there’s this sandwyrm mask. You get it by poking around inside a dead sandwyrm. And the whale ship mask? Found that in some trashed spaceships scattered around. It’s like, “Hey, go climb some rocks,” but suddenly you’re exploring sunken ships. The storytelling rides along with atmospherics, not a bunch of boring dialogues. You’ll find old recordings, piecing stories together. Kinda mysterious.
You trot about on a glider — that part’s super chill. Colors? Oh man, they’re like straight out of a comic book — if Moebius painted it, maybe. All pastel and shaded just right. Paired with the music, it’s a whole vibe, not something many games pull off.
But what really gets me about Sable is how forgiving it is. Whenever you’re ready to wrap it up, go ahead. Found a mask? Cool, head back to your village, decide Sable’s fate. Merchant mask’s pretty easy for starters, but maybe you’re like me and want the complete set. It’s up to you.
Sure, there are puzzles and standard video game tasks. But mostly, it’s about soaking in those small moments. It’s a game that respects your time. You can start and end it whenever. Plus, it’s free right now! Perfect excuse to make it a part of your already towering stack of games.
Anyway, you can get Sable on PS5, Windows PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S. Happy exploring, I guess!
