Room of Pandora (2019)

- Developer
- SHEN JIAWEI, ZHANG FAN
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Genres
- Adventure, Casual, Indie
- Rating
- 3.0 of 5, 52 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 1.3 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A minimalist, contemplative puzzle experience that blurs the line between the game world and reality, inviting philosophical reflection through cryptic discovery.
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What players say
Players are stuck on a QR code puzzle that no longer works, breaking progress. The puzzles feel arbitrary and require matching the developer's thinking. Controls are clumsy, especially dragging objects, and the character moves too slowly. A few appreciate the variety of references and cheap price, but many call it a self-indulgent half-baked release.
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