Underplayed Gems

Psycholonials (2021)

Psycholonials cover
Developer
Andrew Hussie
Publisher
None
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Free To Play
Rating
4.5 of 5, 1,150 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A deliberate, talky visual novel that blends dark satire and meme-laden commentary with a slowly unfolding story about power and influence.

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What players say

Players praise the writing and music, calling the story an over-the-top period piece of 2021 online trans anarchism. The ending gets mixed reactions, and fans of the author's previous work are more likely to enjoy it.

Screenshots

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