Underplayed Gems

Hornet the Vanguard (2024)

Hornet the Vanguard cover
Developer
Chiptune,Inc.
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 8 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A deliberate, text-driven mystery where you piece together clues through point-and-click investigation and visual novel dialogue, set in a tense historical atmosphere.

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What players say

Players praise the retro-modern mystery adventure for its accessible hint system, stylish visuals, and appealing male characters. The game is currently available through chapter 2, with more content promised, and players are split on whether the auto-advance issue after timed choices is a bug or design flaw.

Screenshots

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