Ashes (2026)

Developer: Plot Twist Australia
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Indie, Early Access
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 28 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A teenage skater investigates dark family secrets and a murder while hiding out in a rural compound, blending graphic-novel panels with tense puzzles.

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What players say

Players praise the mixed-media art and variety of minigames, but many say the story moves too fast and the game is very short, even for early access.

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