ENIGMA: (2016)

Developer: Uzumeya
Publisher: Fruitbat Factory
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 146 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 12 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow, atmospheric visual novel with a cute art style, where the player unravels an eerie mystery on a secluded island while feeling a growing sense of isolation and unease.

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What players say

Players call Enigma an atmospheric visual novel with a sad, emotional story set on a mysterious island. The branching choices lead to multiple endings, but some find the plot confusing or the first ending unsatisfying. There are no romance routes, and the slice-of-life moments are praised for building emotional weight.

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