The Land of Crows (2019)

Developer: Gemlore
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 49 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Playing feels like walking through a damp, shadowy 19th-century landscape, uncovering a grim mystery with quiet pacing and a literary weight.

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What players say

Players praise the dense gothic atmosphere and historical detail about 19th-century Poland, but note it is extremely text-heavy and moves slowly. The game feels more like an interactive ebook than a traditional adventure, with some finding the backtracking tedious. Reviews split on whether the slow pacing and heavy reading add to the immersion or become a chore.

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