AWAKE - Definitive Edition (2019)

Developer: Storyyeller Games
Publisher: Off The Beaten Track
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 119 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You investigate a murder scene repeatedly, trying to solve puzzles and change the outcome before the killer strikes again.

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What players say

Players describe this as a free, short point-and-click game with a noir style and a time loop mechanic where you relive your own murder. While the concept and art style are praised, many find the repetition and slow non-skippable animations frustrating, and opinions split on whether the puzzle solving justifies the tedium.

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