The Alchemist (2022)

Developer: Azephir Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 10 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a gentle, choice-driven narrative where you travel with a caravan, meet colorful characters, and experience a romance amidst a brewing conflict

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What players say

Players praise the emotional gay romance and branching narrative, but split on graphics: some find character models uncanny and backgrounds blurry, while others focus on the story. The game has no nudity, and its writing shows the author is not a native English speaker.

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