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Alien Incident
Alien IncidentHelp a young boy rescue his uncle from alien abductors in this quirky sci-fi point-and-click adventure.
Obsidian
ObsidianExplore surreal sci‑fi puzzles in a mind‑bending adventure
Overview
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Set during a typical Halloween eve, Alien Incident follows a young boy named Benjamin as he witnesses his uncle activate a mysterious Worm Hole Spawner. When an alien spaceship accidentally enters the rift and its crew abducts Benjamin's uncle, it is up to the hidden boy to solve the mystery, rescue his relative, and save the galaxy. Developed by Housemarque and originally released in 1996, this comical point-and-click adventure combines classic puzzle-solving gameplay with a humorous science fiction storyline. Players must explore the spooky mansion and beyond, interacting with strange environments and uncovering bizarre secrets to succeed in their mission.

Obsidian is a point‑and‑click adventure that thrusts players into a bizarre, science‑fiction thriller world where every choice matters. Solve intricate puzzles while unraveling a mysterious narrative that challenges your perception of reality. Set in 1997, this single‑player experience blends atmospheric storytelling with clever brain‑teasers, offering a hauntingly immersive journey for fans of classic adventure games.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Retro adventure fans and point-and-click enthusiasts
Fans of classic adventure and puzzle games
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Housemarque
Rocket Science Games
publisher
GameTek, Inc.
SegaSoft, Inprore
age rating
ESRB E
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
General
release date
1996-12-31
1997-01-13
msrp
$19.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging sci-fi comedy storyline
  • Charming retro point-and-click mechanics
  • Memorable characters and spooky atmosphere
  • Classic adventure puzzle design
  • Engaging, atmospheric storytelling
  • Varied and inventive puzzles
  • High replay value due to multiple endings
  • Beautiful hand‑drawn art style
Cons
  • Dated graphics by modern standards
  • Limited replayability after solving all puzzles
  • Obscure puzzle logic typical of 90s adventures
  • Occasional obscure puzzle solutions
  • Limited save slots can force replay of sections
  • Some dialogue pacing feels slow
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