Blackwell Unbound (2012)

Developer: Wadjet Eye Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 782 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A moody, noir-infused detective story with pixel art and a haunting saxophone soundtrack, played at a deliberate pace through dialogue and puzzle-solving.

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What players say

Players praise this prequel for giving them a new character duo and the ability to switch between the living medium and the ghost, solving puzzles from both sides. The story has only two cases but is described as a moody, bittersweet ghost story with strong voice acting and music.

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