Oniria Crimes (2020)

Developer: cKolmos narrative.
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.1 of 5, 60 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A methodical, dreamlike noir where you inspect crime scenes and unravel a conspiracy through puzzle solving and dialogue.

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What players say

Players praise the unique voxel art and the detective mechanic of interrogating objects, but many say the game buries them in lore with no way to reference it. Opinions split on the puzzles: some find them fun and challenging, others call them obtuse or broken. The ending feels rushed to a few, and bugs can block progress.

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