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❤ Gameplay Overview

You take control of Detective Francis McQueen, investigating a series of 6 standalone supernatural cases in the cursed town of Twin Lakes. The game also includes 3 bonus cases added as free DLC, each taking around 1-1.5 hours to complete, providing 10-15 hours of total gameplay.

❤ Puzzle Solving

The core gameplay involves exploring environments, talking to characters, and solving inventory-based puzzles to progress the story. Reviewers note the puzzles range from relatively straightforward to more lateral thinking, achieving a good balance of challenge. Standout puzzles include a clever telephone switchboard.

❤ Exploration and Interactivity

Thoroughly clicking on objects and speaking with NPCs uncovers a wealth of clues and humorous dialogue. Reviewers praise the high level of interactivity, with each click often leading to an entertaining response.

❤ Accessibility and Quality-of-Life

The game includes constant autosaves, manual save functionality, and the ability to replay individual cases. While no hotspot indicator exists, the pixel art can make some interactive items difficult to spot.

❤ Pacing and Progression

The episodic, standalone case structure allows for satisfying, bite-sized gameplay sessions. Players can complete cases in any order, with progress and achievements carrying over. Reviewers appreciate this flexible approach, making the game easy to pick up and play.