Psychonauts (2006)

Developer: Double Fine Productions
Genres: Action
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 19,075 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 20 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A whimsical and surreal psychic adventure through campy, creative worlds with humor and a sense of discovery.

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What players say

Players praise the writing, art style, and humor, calling it a creative and charming platformer that still holds up. The gameplay gets mixed feedback: some find the controls janky and the camera annoying, while others enjoy the level design. Many note a frustrating difficulty spike toward the end.

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