Underplayed Gems

Strange Aeons (2023)

Strange Aeons cover
Developer
Karolis Dikcius
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.3 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

An eerie, introspective chat-driven escape where you talk or type your way through a cyber-hell with an AI that feels both unsettling and enigmatic.

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What players say

Players praise the surreal and artistic atmosphere but note the voice recognition is unreliable, making the optional keyboard input essential. The experience is very short, around an hour, with an intentional looping ending that leaves some wanting more.

Screenshots

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