Return of the Obra Dinn is an impressive game. It’s worth noting that there is more than one acceptable fate solution for a small number of the identities aboard the Obra Dinn. Finding some solutions requires a fairly meticulous eye for detail, and while this increased the difficulty it’s ultimately what made the game so satisfying. The puzzles were challenging (and sometimes confusing) but heavily based on logic so very achievable. Nonetheless, the compilation of 60 stories into one overarching, and consistently intriguing narrative must have been a logistical nightmare and is an impressive feat, especially for such a small team. However, the locked chapter was somewhat disappointing, it wrapped up the story neatly but didn’t provide the twist I was expecting and felt a bit lacklustre. This method of delivery really added to the enigma and enhanced the overall mystery of the story. The first series of events shown to the player happens at the end of the story and the narrative continues from there in a sporadic and non-chronological way.

The book must be completed in order to reveal the contents of the final chapter. The journal contains a map of the ship, crew manifest, pictures, and a glossary in addition to chapter titles and blank pages. Events are revealed via the use of a mysterious pocket watch and must be documented in a book, partially completed and entrusted to you by a Henry Evans. The player takes on the role of an insurance investigator, tasked with deducting the identities and fates of the 60 passengers and crew-members.

Return of the Obra Dinn is a murder-mystery, puzzle game set aboard the Obra Dinn.

Read both their thoughts below in Indie Hive’s first 2-for-1 review! Gameplay Rachael David and Rachael both played and enjoyed Return of the Obra Dinn.

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