Underplayed Gems

49 Keys (2024)

49 Keys cover
Developer
Michele Buonanno, Veronica Wu, Fabio Porfidia
Publisher
2P Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 111 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A slow, unsettling journey through a medieval mystery, where every page and puzzle deepens the dread.

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What players say

Players say 49 Keys is a short interactive book where reading dominates and puzzles are light, taking about 2 to 7 hours. The occult atmosphere and writing are praised, but many note the lack of a manual save feature and that unlocking all four endings forces full replays.

Screenshots

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