Echoes of Baikal (2025)

Developer: Alkinoy
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 23 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 50 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A quiet, reflective journey through memory and emotion, driven by dialogue and personal discovery.

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What players say

A short linear visual novel about a daughter and father driving to Lake Baikal. Players call it touching and heartfelt, but note it has no choices and takes under an hour. Reviews are split on the writing: most find it emotionally resonant, while one says it is cliché and depressive. The ending is frequently called surprising.

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