Bent Oak Island (2024)

Developer: Banefire Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 18 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.3 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a fun and funny point-and-click adventure with colorful pixel art and a lighthearted mystery feel

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What players say

Players enjoy the witty writing and sibling banter, but many note the rough edges: spelling errors, a teleport-style lack of walking animation, and occasional pixel-hunting. Fans of The Darkside Detective will find a similar structure. Puzzles are logical and fair, though dialogue can feel wordy.

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