Underplayed Gems

文字遊戯(日本語版) (2025)

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Developer
Team9, ESQUADRA,inc.
Publisher
Flyhigh Works
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating
4.6 of 5, 71 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 7.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A meditative word puzzle game where you unravel meaning through Japanese text, feeling like a quiet, cerebral exercise in language and culture.

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What players say

Players praise the stunning use of kanji in visuals and puzzles, and are amazed at the quality of the Japanese localization. But they split on whether it works as a game: many call it a movie-game with limited puzzle freedom and a lot of trial-and-error, while the story's ending divides opinion. Most recommend trying the demo first, and nearly everyone says the price feels high for the content.

Screenshots

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