The Quest for the BIG KEY (2018)

- Developer
- hOSHI
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
- Rating
- 4.2 of 5, 24 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 53 minutes
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A retro-style exploration game that feels like navigating a secret-filled map room by room, with no enemies but the constant risk of dying and losing progress.
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What players say
Players describe a short, no-save dungeon crawl without enemies, focused on environmental clues and puzzles. Some praise the relaxed pace and satisfying 'aha' moments, but many warn that dying forces a full restart, which can be frustrating.
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