Underplayed Gems

The Midnight Town Stories: Adam's Diary (2023)

The Midnight Town Stories: Adam's Diary cover
Developer
Dark Ocean Games Studios
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.7 of 5, 35 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A slow, narrative-driven first-person experience that leans into psychological horror and dark emotional weight, with a focus on personal consequences and a story that unfolds in a linear, atmospheric way.

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What players say

Players praise the story for being emotionally impactful and based on real events, with puzzles that reward careful searching. The game is short (around 1.5 hours), made by a small team with no bugs, but some note the flashlight gets in the way when reloading and occasional audio glitches.

Screenshots

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