Pentiment

Pentiment tells the story of a small town in the early 16th century, set over a period of 30 years or so. It's a very slow burn and has basically no gameplay to speak of, but anyone who enjoys history (or simply a well told story about the lives of the characters) will find a lot to enjoy. Some of the choices in the game (especially at the climax of the story) made me really think about how I, the player, would even try to approach a complex moral dilemma like the characters are facing. It's not often a game does that, and I have to give props to the writers for pulling that off. I also appreciate that the game shies away from shallow characters: with very few exceptions, everyone is more complex than they appear on the surface, though depending on your choices you may not see the things that humanize those characters. Overall, I highly recommend this game. It's really unique, doesn't overstay its welcome, and has a lot of heart. Just don't expect it to be action-packed, because it isn't, and you won't be disappointed.

What a beautiful story to experience. Absolutely amazing. The graphics are nice, and the atmosphere is captivating. The only downside is having to walk back and forth quite often, but that's a minor issue in this mystery-solving gem. The story completely drew me in—it felt like reading a really well-written book. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it.