Underplayed Gems

Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller (2013)

Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller cover
Developer
Phoenix Online Studios
Publisher
Phoenix Online Publishing
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.1 of 5, 817 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 18 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A point-and-click thriller with a supernatural detective edge, focusing on investigating crime scenes and unravelling a serial killer mystery.

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What players say

Players praise the story, atmosphere, and Erica's character, but split on the ending and performance. The game is frequently described as buggy with crashes and slow animations, and some report missing chapters they paid for.

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