Back to the Future: The Game (2010)

Developer: Telltale Games
Genres: Adventure
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 2,342 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A lighthearted point-and-click adventure with time-travel puzzles, dialogue, and a nostalgic film-inspired feel.

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What players say

Players say this is a respectful side-sequel to the films, with spot-on voice acting and a fun time travel story, though the puzzles are clunky and the plot has holes. It was delisted due to rights issues, so new players cannot buy it anymore.

Screenshots

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