Cthulhu pub (2022)

Developer: Marginal act
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 3.2 of 5, 47 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 49 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A laid-back pub management sim where you build, decorate, and grow a weirdly charming Lovecraftian business at your own pace.

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What players say

Players bought the game to support a Ukrainian refugee developer, not for the gameplay. Those who played found it short, simplistic, and unfinished, with buggy controls, a cut-off screen on some systems, and no clear direction. A few enjoyed the theme and mix of genres, but most agree it's not a full game and is only worth a few cents on sale.

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