Isoland 2 - Ashes of Time (2018)

Developer: Cotton Game
Publisher: Lilith Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 307 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A quiet, contemplative island exploration with lingering puzzles and a gentle sense of uncovering a lost story.

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What players say

Players appreciate the surreal atmosphere and the addition of a notepad for tracking puzzles, but many dislike needing a second playthrough for the true ending. Some report glitches that block progress, while others find the puzzles fair if occasionally obscure.

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