Requiescence (2016)

Developer: Argent Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 38 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A gentle, story-driven journey through grief and mystery with a quiet, introspective tone.

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What players say

Players praise the eerie atmosphere and descriptive writing, but warn the beginning is slow. There is a split on the art: some find it fitting for the mood, others call it cheap. The free 18+ version provided through itch.io is widely appreciated. A recurring criticism is that the sole darker-skinned character is a villain, which feels racially insensitive.

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