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Please, Don't Touch Anything
Please, Don't Touch AnythingA cryptic button‑pushing puzzle where curiosity kills.
The Dig
The DigA sci‑fi point‑and‑click adventure that challenges your mind and curiosity
Overview
Description

You’re covering for a colleague and stumble upon a mysterious control panel with only a red button. The warning says not to touch anything, but the temptation is irresistible. Push the button and watch a cascade of bizarre, mind‑bending outcomes unfold, each demanding clever thinking and careful experimentation to unravel the hidden logic behind the panel.

The Dig drops you onto an alien world after a NASA mission goes awry, forcing you to explore mysterious ruins and solve intricate puzzles to uncover the planet’s secrets. With a richly atmospheric story and classic LucasArts humor, the game blends science‑fiction narrative with brain‑teasing challenges. Despite its age, the game remains a compelling single‑player experience for fans of narrative-driven adventure games, offering a nostalgic look at 90s point‑and‑click design while delivering timeless puzzle mechanics.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Story-Rich
Best for
Puzzle lovers
Adventure puzzle enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$4.99−75%
$19.99
release date
2015-03-26
1995-11-30
Specifications
developer
Four Quarters
LucasArts
publisher
Plug In Digital, BulkyPix, ForwardXP
LucasArts
age rating
PEGI 18, ESRB T+157%
ESRB E, PEGI 7
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
80/100+78%
45/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deeply rewarding puzzle discovery
  • Atmospheric minimalist presentation
  • Cross‑platform availability
  • High replayability with multiple endings
  • Engaging sci‑fi storyline
  • Challenging and varied puzzles
  • Atmospheric sound design
  • Classic LucasArts humor
Cons
  • Limited narrative beyond the panel
  • No multiplayer or co‑op options
  • Some puzzles can feel obscure without hints
  • Outdated graphics by modern standards
  • Occasional obscure puzzle solutions
  • Limited replayability after completion
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