Strange Investigations: Becoming Collector's Edition (2022)

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Developer: Elephant Games
Publisher: Big Fish Games
Genres: Adventure, Casual
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 20 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A methodical, atmospheric detective story with a personal quest, blending hidden-object puzzles and point-and-click exploration in a colorful but dark-tinged world.

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What players say

Players praise the story and adult themes, but split on technical issues: some call puzzles glitchy or confusing, while others find them intuitive. A common complaint is the high price for a short playtime of 3-5 hours. The bonus content and ability to replay for missed collectibles are appreciated.

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