Underplayed Gems

Primordia (2012)

Primordia cover
Developer
Wormwood Studios
Publisher
Wadjet Eye Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 3,419 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 12 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A methodical, atmospheric point-and-click where you piece together a crumbling robot world through dialogue, puzzles, and quiet melancholy.

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What players say

Players praise Primordia for its thoughtful story and atmosphere, though some find the puzzles obscure and needing hints from the companion character Crispin. The game is a classic-style point-and-click with philosophical depth, but lacks official translations for some languages.

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