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Return of the Obra Dinn
Return of the Obra DinnSolve a 1800s maritime mystery with 1‑bit deduction gameplay
The Last Express
The Last ExpressSolve a murder mystery aboard a 1914 train in real time.
Overview
Description

In 1807 the merchant ship Obra Dinn drifts into a London harbor, its crew missing and its fate unknown. As an insurance adjuster for the East India Company, you board the vessel to uncover what happened to each soul aboard using a magical pocket watch that rewinds moments of death. The game blends meticulous investigation with a striking 1‑bit visual style, challenging players to match names, fates, and causes of death from fragmented clues. Its intricate narrative and logical puzzles reward careful observation and logical reasoning, delivering a uniquely immersive historical mystery experience.

Set on the luxurious Orient Express just before World War I, you must navigate a real‑time adventure where every minute counts. The game blends point‑and‑click puzzles with a non‑linear storyline and dozens of fully voiced characters, creating an immersive thriller experience.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Puzzle enthusiasts, mystery fans
Adventure and mystery enthusiasts
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
$19.99
release date
2018-10-18
1997-03-30
Specifications
developer
Lucas Pope
Smoking Car Productions
publisher
3909
Brøderbund Software
age rating
PEGI 16, ESRB M
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
95/100+12%
85/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep, satisfying deduction mechanics
  • Stunning minimalist art style
  • Rich historical narrative
  • Cross‑platform availability
  • Immersive real‑time gameplay
  • Rich, fully voiced cast
  • Deep, branching narrative
  • Authentic historical atmosphere
Cons
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers
  • Limited replayability after full solution
  • No multiplayer or co‑op options
  • High difficulty for newcomers to adventure games
  • Limited save points can be unforgiving
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
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