Dear Esther: Landmark Edition

'A deserted island... a lost man... memories of a fatal crash... a book written by a dying explorer.' Dear Esther: Landmark Edition invites players to explore a beautifully crafted, desolate island in the outer Hebrides. As you traverse this haunting landscape, a voice narrates fragments of a poignant letter, drawing you into a deeply emotional narrative.

This game emphasizes storytelling over traditional gameplay, providing a unique, first-person experience that seamlessly blends stunning visuals with a captivating soundtrack composed by Jessica Curry. The game is designed to evoke themes of love, loss, guilt, and redemption, creating an immersive atmosphere like no other.

Each play-through offers a distinct experience thanks to its semi-randomized audio, visuals, and events. Players can wander through extraordinary environments that tell the island’s mysterious history in every detail.

Remade with the Unity engine, Dear Esther: Landmark Edition features enhanced audio and introduces a new Director's Commentary mode, offering insight into the game's creation by The Chinese Room and Rob Briscoe. Dive into this groundbreaking narrative journey and uncover the emotional depths of Dear Esther.