Underplayed Gems

THE EDITOR (2023)

THE EDITOR cover
Developer
DECATREE GAMES
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.5 of 5, 69 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

You are a chief editor in a noir-tinged newspaper office, weighing headlines and photo edits while a murder case unfolds around your desk.

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What players say

Players praise the voice acting and the 1990s newspaper premise, calling the headline editing and ethical choices engaging. However, many say the game is very short and lacking variety, with some finding the branching points frustrating and the replay value low.

Screenshots

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