Underplayed Gems

Blink (2017)

Blink cover
Developer
nextReality Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 78 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A quiet, methodical puzzle game where you manipulate light and afterimages to navigate a surreal, monochrome world.

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What players say

Players describe it as a short, Limbo-inspired puzzle-platformer with a unique blink mechanic that swaps between a normal world and one lit by afterimages. The soundtrack and art style are widely praised, though some find the shadow enemies surprisingly unsettling. Reviews note the story is simple but effective, and the game is enjoyable but too short to justify full price.

Screenshots

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