Row 02 · Management · story · Thunder Lotus Games, 2020
Spiritfarer
A ferry master for the dead looks after spirits on her boat until they are ready to move on. A gentle management game about saying goodbye.
Edition reviewed: Spiritfarer (2020).
Official artwork © Thunder Lotus GamesWhat you do
Build and upgrade your boat, cook, farm and craft, and get to know each spirit until it is time for them to leave.
Who it suits
Players who want something cosy that also means something. Two can play together on one screen.
01First evening
Stella takes over a little ferry and meets her first passenger, a friendly deer. The first evening is about building rooms, cooking and learning what each guest needs.
02A few weeks in
Weeks in, the boat is full of characters you have grown fond of, and the goodbyes start. It is sad in a kind, gentle way.
03When to stop
The day-night cycle makes stopping easy: go to bed, the game saves, and you can close it there.
Why it works
- Beautiful hand-drawn art
- Warm, moving characters
- Clear daily stopping points
Watch out for
- Some busywork in the middle
- Heavy themes for younger players
The score
Overall 4.7 out of 5 · Perfectly ripe · how we score
Our verdict
A cosy game with a big heart. Bring tissues, and stop at bedtime.
Written by the Pixel Orchard desk. Updated 22 October 2026. Facts were checked against the publisher and store pages at that date; prices and platforms can change.