Underplayed Gems

The 13th Doll: A Fan Game of The 7th Guest (2019)

The 13th Doll: A Fan Game of The 7th Guest cover
Developer
Attic Door Productions
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.7 of 5, 200 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 8.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A slow-paced, atmospheric puzzle game with an unsettling, haunted feel, driven by nostalgia and a fan tribute spirit.

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What players say

Players call this a loving fan-made sequel that captures the feel of the 1990s original, with puzzles that are challenging but fair. The acting is intentionally cheesy, and Robert Hirschboeck returns as Stauf. Players recommend starting with the doctor's story, then Tad's, and note that completing the game can be tedious without a guide due to unskippable cutscenes.

Screenshots

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