Underplayed Gems

Frog Detective 1: The Haunted Island (2018)

Frog Detective 1: The Haunted Island cover
Developer
Grace Bruxner, Thomas Bowker
Publisher
worm club, SUPERHOT PRESENTS
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 5,511 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 52 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A cozy, low-stakes detective adventure that feels like a gentle, sunny afternoon stroll through a quirky cartoon island, with playful clues and friendly characters.

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What players say

Players describe it as a very short, simple adventure carried by its goofy, lovable writing. Opinions split: most find it charming and relaxing, while a few say it feels juvenile or lacks substance.

Screenshots

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