Underplayed Gems

The Bench (2025)

The Bench cover
Developer
Voxel Studios
Publisher
Noovola
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.7 of 5, 102 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

You take on the role of an elderly man, quietly passing time on park benches, observing the world at a gentle, unhurried pace.

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What players say

Players describe a cozy puzzle game where you control pigeons to solve escape-room-like challenges. Many praise its creativity and humor, but multiple reviews report frustrating bugs that require restarts. Players also note it works well for newcomers to gaming, with easy main puzzles and harder optional ones.

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Screenshots

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