Perception: Heart and Mind (2025)

Developer: Thodoris Serafeim Adamakos
Publisher: Daydream's Power
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A narrative-driven action-adventure where player choices shape a story set in a misty, melancholy tree-top community.

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What players say

Players praise the unique heart-or-mind choice mechanic and the mix of action, platforming, and decision-making. The platforming is challenging with a stamina-based grab system like Tomb Raider Anniversary. Reviews split on control tightness, but most find the game a satisfying, heartfelt experience that fits one or two evenings.

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