Courier of the Crypts (2019)
- Developer
- Emberheart Games
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Adventure, Indie
- Rating
- 4.7 of 5, 65 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 1.5 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A gloomy, puzzle-driven journey through a corrupted crypt, where a flickering torch is your only defense against lurking darkness and traps, demanding careful timing and observation.
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What players say
Players describe a tense, difficult puzzle adventure where managing your torch fuel is central. The game is short at 4-6 hours for the main story, but completing everything takes about 23 hours. Some find the puzzles repetitive while others praise the atmosphere and secrets, comparing it to a Souls-like experience.
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