Software

Deer & Boy

Nintendo Switch

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A runaway boy meets a fawn in this poetic cinematic adventure where silence speaks louder than words and growing up changes everything.

Deer & Boy is a narrative cinematic adventure that tells a silent story through stunning visuals and evocative music. With no dialogue to distract, every moment speaks directly to the heart, making it accessible to players of all ages and backgrounds. A warm and poetic journey to rediscover wonder. An animated film you can play! A runaway boy meets a fragile fawn. Experience their silent bond through stunning visuals and music in this poetic cinematic adventure that speaks directly to the heart. An Original and Evolving Adventure Your companion grows from vulnerable fawn to majestic deer, changing how you play together. Protect your fragile friend early on, then work as equals with evolving abilities. A Story for Everyone Young players will see a beautiful friendship between a boy and his deer. Adult players may discover deeper themes about healing and finding strength through companionship. Everyone finds their own meaning in this contemplative experience. Deer & Boy offers understanding layers that make it perfect for solo play or sharing with family. KEY FEATURES Silent Storytelling: No dialogue. Pure visual and musical emotion Evolving Companion: The animal will gradually grow throughout the story and will become an essential and protective companion. Play An Animated Film: Cinematic adventure with breathtaking art direction. Engaging puzzles: Clever challenges integrated into your journey. Cinematic Adventure: Beautiful 3D environments with movie-like presentation Family-Friendly: Suitable for all ages with no graphic violence or complex text Complete Journey: A complete adventure you can finish in a few play sessions "A single-player game where you're never alone." Experience a unique cinematic adventure where an animal truly grows up alongside you, bringing invaluable support during your journey through a world of wonder, challenge, and hope.

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Notices

Required Space

Nintendo Switch 2
3.9GB
Nintendo Switch
3.9GB
Supported Play Modes
Number of Players
1
Family Group Lending
Supported
Save Data Cloud
Supported
Supported Platforms
Nintendo Switch
Publisher
Plug In Digital
Genre
Adventure
Supported Languages
  • Japanese,
  • English,
  • Portuguese,
  • Spanish,
  • French,
  • German,
  • Italian,
  • Russian,
  • Korean,
  • Chinese (Simplified),
  • Chinese (Traditional),
  • Polish
Age Rating
PG
Scary Scenes

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