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❤ Memorable Memory Mechanics

Players can store objects or information they encounter in a Short-Term Memory (STM) panel. They can then reference these "memories" in conversations with other characters, adding an extra layer of problem-solving. The Long-Term Memory (LTM) panel automatically stores key events and details, which players can revisit to jog their memory or gain new insights. These memory systems encourage close observation and careful consideration of every interaction, rather than simple item-based puzzle solving.

❤ Multifaceted Character Control

The game allows players to control four distinct protagonists - a doctor, a mathematician, a detective, and a journalist. Each character has their own personality, motivations, and abilities that factor into the gameplay. Players must strategically switch between the characters to take advantage of their unique strengths and access different areas or solve different types of puzzles. This creates a sense of teamwork and interdependence, as players work to coordinate the characters' actions and combine their talents. The character progression also ties into the game's narrative, as players learn more about each individual's backstory and how their lives become entangled.

❤ Challenging, Logical Puzzle Design

The game is renowned for its challenging, logic-based puzzles that require lateral thinking and attention to detail. Many of the puzzles involve using the memory systems to make connections or draw insights that aren't immediately obvious. Players must carefully examine their surroundings, experiment with different approaches, and sometimes backtrack to find the necessary clues or items. While some reviewers found certain puzzles frustratingly obtuse, most praised the overall puzzle design for being fair and satisfying to solve, with a strong sense of accomplishment upon cracking a particularly tricky conundrum.

❤ Emergent Gameplay Opportunities

The combination of multiple playable characters, branching dialogue options, and the memory systems creates opportunities for emergent gameplay. Players can approach problems in different ways, utilizing various characters' abilities or choosing to emphasize certain story paths over others. This nonlinearity encourages experimentation and replayability, as players discover new ways to overcome challenges or uncover additional narrative details based on their choices.