Underplayed Gems

Partum Artifex (2023)

Partum Artifex cover
Developer
DalaKoala Games
Genres
Adventure
Rating
4.8 of 5, 156 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A tense and atmospheric first-person journey through a dark and story-rich horror mystery.

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What players say

Players praise the atmosphere, story, and voice acting but say the puzzles are very obscure with no hints, often requiring a guide. The game is short, around 2 to 4 hours, and relies on tension and environmental storytelling rather than jump scares.

Screenshots

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