Underplayed Gems

To Make a Game (2022)

To Make a Game cover
Developer
TheBluePenguin
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 80 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 25 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A short, introspective visual novel that feels like a personal diary of game development, with a calm yet emotionally resonant atmosphere.

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What players say

Players describe To Make a Game as a very short, text-based story that resonates hard with creatives who struggle with procrastination and ADHD. Some call it a touching autobiographical story, while a few dismiss it as a glorified blog post. Most agree it feels less like a game and more like a genuine conversation with the developer.

Screenshots

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