Underplayed Gems

The Gap (2023)

The Gap cover
Developer
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Publisher
Crunching Koalas
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 186 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A quiet, introspective walking sim that invites you to linger in raw, minimalist spaces while piecing together fragmented memories tinged with melancholy and loss.

atmosphericminimalistintrospectivestory-richcontemplativeemotionalmelancholicmysterious

What players say

Players describe The Gap as a short, narrative-driven walking simulator with light puzzles about memory and grief. Many praise the emotional story and atmosphere, but opinions split on voice acting quality and the nonlinear plot delivery. A few report glitches that block progress, and most say it is best bought on sale due to its 2–3 hour length.

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Screenshots

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