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Pickers
PickersDive into treasure hunting as you run Rusted Gold’s auction house
The Shopkeeper
The ShopkeeperA quirky point-and-click adventure where a bad antique purchase leads to eerie consequences
Overview
Description

In Pickers you manage Rusted Gold, a quirky shop where you hunt down hidden treasures across farms, antique stores, and abandoned storage units. Fill shelves, run auctions, and turn your finds into profit in a charming point‑and‑click adventure. The game blends light sport mechanics with classic adventure puzzles, offering a single‑player experience that rewards curiosity and clever inventory management.

In The Shopkeeper, you play as a desperate man on a mission to find the perfect antique to impress a wealthy relative. The journey takes you through a surreal space that feels like a blend of the Twilight Zone, classic LucasArts adventures, and the Antiques Roadshow, delivering a unique narrative experience. The game challenges you with puzzles and moral choices, all wrapped in a quirky, retro-inspired visual style. Its single-player focus lets you immerse yourself in the story at your own pace, making every decision feel personal and impactful.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Fans of indie adventure and shop‑management games
Fans of narrative-driven indie adventure games
Specifications
General
msrp
$9.99
$9.99
release date
2012-02-23
2014-10-23
Specifications
developer
MumboJumbo
Verse Publications
publisher
MumboJumbo
Verse Publications
age rating
ESRB E
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging treasure‑hunt gameplay
  • Charming retro art style
  • Deep inventory and auction mechanics
  • Relaxed single‑player pacing
  • Unique blend of humor and horror
  • Rich, character‑driven story
  • Charming retro art style
  • Thought‑provoking puzzles
Cons
  • Limited replay variety after completing all locations
  • Simple puzzles may feel easy for seasoned gamers
  • No multiplayer or co‑op features
  • Limited replayability after multiple endings
  • Some puzzles can be obscure
  • Short overall length
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