Underplayed Gems

Dark Notes (2024)

Dark Notes cover
Developer
HeartBeat Plus
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG
Rating
3.8 of 5, 131 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A dark suspense puzzle game where you piece together a hidden truth by exploring time and space through text and 2D visuals.

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What players say

Players describe it as a short point-and-click horror adventure with puzzle difficulty on the easier side compared to the Paper Bride series. The story uses a dual-timeline structure with a diary mechanic, but many say the ending feels rushed and the narrative can be confusing. There is disagreement on whether the scares are effective.

Screenshots

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