Underplayed Gems

BROKEN LIFE (2025)

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Developer
IKKOSAMA, False Memory Dept.
Publisher
False Memory Dept.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Early Access
Rating
4.9 of 5, 57 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A slow, atmospheric point-and-click adventure where you navigate a war-torn world through sorrowful exploration and puzzle-solving, feeling the weight of a soldier's loneliness and grief.

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What players say

Players describe it as a poignant point-and-click that reflects the reality of war in Ukraine, with an oppressive atmosphere and a story that is more document than game. The first chapter is short and puzzles are easy, but reviewers appreciate the built-in hint system and minimal backtracking. Some find the voice acting flat or robotic, and a few note minor grammar errors.

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