Beacon Pines (2022)

Developer: Hiding Spot
Publisher: Fellow Traveller
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.9 of 5, 4,396 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 6.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Exploring a colorful, hand-drawn town while uncovering a gentle mystery with a touch of creepiness, where you guide the story by choosing enchanted words.

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What players say

Players praise the story, art, and characters, but note it is more of an interactive book than a game. The cute exterior quickly gives way to dark, tragic themes, and some find the tonal shifts jarring. Opinions split on whether the multiple endings feel rewarding or linear.

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