Beauties and the Stranded (2026)

Developer: storytaco
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, RPG, Simulation
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 182 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You explore relationships and unravel playful mysteries in a surprisingly cheerful post-apocalyptic bunker, balancing suspicion and charm.

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What players say

Players consistently call this the weakest Storytaco game, noting a rushed story and linear structure that lacks the polish of earlier titles. The suspicion mechanic and QTE events feel underused, and the game is short, around 2-5 hours. Some still enjoy the acting and absurd humor, but many say it does not meet the studio's usual standard.

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