Save Room - The Merchant (2023)

Developer: Fractal Projects
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 220 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A calm, methodical puzzle game about arranging items in a grid-based inventory, with a subtle undercurrent of survival horror parody.

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What players say

Players are split on whether this sequel builds on the original or feels like an unpolished cash grab. The puzzles are often busywork with little risk, and the shop interface slows the pace, but it is considered a fun low-cost puzzle game for Resident Evil fans.

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