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2015PC, Steam Deck playable88 % positive9.75 €

A narrative experiment in which Davey Wreden walks you through the strange, unfinished games of a friend while narrating his own interpretations. It turns into a surprisingly personal reflection on creativity, projection and friendship.

  • Emotional impact
  • Strong, story-driven narrative
  • Dark, serious atmosphere
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Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes The Beginner's Guide special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Before Your Eyes

98 %Match

2021PC, Steam Deck playable97 % positive9.75 €

Brings what grabs you about The Beginner's Guide: emotional impact, a strong story and a relaxed difficulty.

A short, deeply emotional narrative about a soul's journey into the afterlife, controlled by your real blinks through your webcam. Blinking skips through memories, making the fleeting nature of time tangible.

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