Open Air is a walking simulator, arcade, and adventure game developed and published by ScoreboardGames, Take on the role of an adorable owl, lacking the gift of flight, as you explore a mysterious island, uncover its secrets, and help the inhabitants; all set within the backdrop of an ongoing summer festival.

Open Air's story centers around a seemingly deserted festival. The stages are empty, and the islanders are shrouded in sadness. You must explore the open world, solve puzzles, discover new areas, interact with the islanders, and learn their stories to understand the cause of this sudden disappearance of the festival attendees.

Revive the magic of summer

Open Air focuses on exploration and character growth as its core themes. You can meditate at owl altars to unlock new abilities, use ancient mechanisms, and forge friendships with the island's inhabitants. As this is also a casual game, you can play at your own pace, whether you choose to dive headfirst into quests or lose yourself in the exploration of the island's lush forests, serene lakes, and rolling hills.

As you explore deeper within the map, you will encounter a diverse cast of characters, each with their own problems and stories. By bonding with these islanders and helping them find happiness and joy, you will not only enrich your adventure but also contribute to the overall atmosphere of the island, bringing back the spirit of summer and filling the island with joy again.

The island is filled with secrets and easter eggs, rewarding you to explore every area. The ultimate goal, however, is to arrange a "loudest and coolest festival," bringing music, joy, and a sense of togetherness back to the island. One lone issue about this game is that you’ll do a lot of walking and talking. This is not inherently a bad thing, but some players may not like the idea.

An overall chill game with a nice concept

Open Air has a nice premise where you play as an owl, explore a deserted festival island, uncover secrets, and help its inhabitants. It emphasizes character growth and friendship to revive the island's spirit. While the game centers around walking and dialogue, it offers a vibrant world and a focus on bringing joy back to the island, and that’s enough to try this title for yourself.