Far Away From Home

A global scientific showcase turns catastrophic when the activation of an enormous hadron collider tears open rifts across Earth. Simon and his friends are pulled through one of these anomalies and wake in a world that feels strangely familiar, yet appears abandoned by humanity. Strange creatures roam the landscape, hostile forces close in, and the group’s first priority becomes surviving long enough to learn why they have been taken so far from home. The mood balances science-fiction mystery with a colorful creature-filled adventure, but danger is never far away.

Combat plays out through demanding turn-based tactical encounters where positioning, party composition, and careful use of abilities matter more than brute force. Simon’s group fights alongside the unusual beasts they meet, with recruitment relying on offering the right snacks rather than simply defeating every potential ally. Each recruit brings distinct skills to the battlefield, encouraging players to combine attacks, support options, and specialized roles around their preferred tactics. Character progression offers considerable flexibility through stat choices and skills, while found materials and crafted equipment add another layer of control over how a team handles tough fights.

Creature recruitment gives Far Away From Home a personable twist that separates it from more conventional grid-based RPGs, even as its combat aims to punish careless decisions. Building a squad is not merely about collecting monsters; it is about shaping them and the human cast into a force suited to specific encounters. The premise also gives the campaign a clear narrative drive, as every new area and enemy can potentially reveal more about the rifts, the missing population, and the route back to Earth. Players who enjoy the tactical pressure of games such as Final Fantasy Tactics or XCOM, but want a more story-focused RPG with customizable creature companions, should find plenty to like here.