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❤ Gameplay Mechanics

The game puts players in the shoes of repairman Gordon, tasking them with investigating a disturbing issue at the set of a beloved children's puppet show. The gameplay loop closely mirrors classic Resident Evil titles, emphasizing resource management as players must carefully conserve ammunition, health items, and other consumables to survive encounters with the now-hostile puppets.

❤ Combat and Enemies

Players can fend off the puppet adversaries using a variety of unique, unconventional weapons, such as the "Rolodexer" which fires letters as projectiles, and a "Letter Bomb" that explodes on impact. Reviewers praise the combat as satisfying, with one noting the enjoyment of "turning on the Doom music and teaching these puppets the alphabet... with a gun." The puppet enemies themselves are a highlight, with many reviewers describing their unsettling yet amusing behavior.

❤ Exploration and Puzzle-Solving

Traversing the interconnected environments is a key part of the experience, as players must backtrack and re-explore areas to unlock new paths and solve environmental puzzles. Reviewers praise these puzzles as clever and engaging, requiring careful observation of their surroundings and strategic use of inventory items. The game's grid-based inventory system, inspired by classic survival horror titles, adds an additional layer of challenge to the puzzle-solving.

❤ Resource Management

The scarcity of resources is a central pillar of the gameplay, forcing players to carefully weigh the cost of engaging with enemies against the risk of running out of essential supplies. One reviewer praised the game's "pseudo puzzle mini game" aspect, where managing the inventory becomes a puzzle in itself, while another appreciated the game's belief in the player's ability to handle themselves.

❤ Replayability and Accessibility

The game offers a good degree of replayability, with multiple endings and optional challenges to unlock, including a "Neighborhorde" mode for a survival-focused experience. Several reviewers also noted the game's appeal to a wide range of players, as its relatively mild horror elements and lack of extreme violence make it a suitable choice for those who want a survival horror experience without the more intense subject matter.