The Temporal Invasion (2016)

Developer: Hybriona Technologies LLP
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 110 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A text-heavy puzzle adventure that feels like real-world detective work, requiring extensive online research to uncover a dark sci-fi mystery.

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What players say

Players praise the puzzle depth and detective feel but are sharply divided on whether the game is worth starting, since it was sold as a complete game yet stops halfway through with no part two in sight. Many also cite constant grammar errors and a cumbersome interface as persistent frustrations.

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