Still Joking (2024)

Developer: Purple Brick Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 53 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 9.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow-burn, introspective detective story where humor and emotion intertwine as you unravel the reflections of a mirrored world through layered choices and text.

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What players say

Players are split on the story: some praise the original concept, choices that matter, and beautiful art, while others say the writing is poor and the ending is unsatisfying. The game is longer than many visual novels, with a murder mystery that some feel is a side plot to a slice-of-life romance.

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