Sand Story (2021)

Developer: Meowgical Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 15 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 39 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A leisurely, sentimental summer story about fleeting romance, driven by dialogue and choice under a serene seaside atmosphere.

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What players say

Players finish it in about 30 minutes and praise the nice art and music, but many note the adult tag is misleading since nudity is either implied or censored entirely. The story is a simple romantic comedy with no player choices.

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