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Less Miserables, a point-and-click parody of Les Miserables gets a demo
Less Miserables, a point-and-click parody of Les Miserables, has released a demo for Linux. Developed by College Fun Games, the game features hand-drawn locations, historical characters, and parody puzzles. A Kickstarter campaign is planned for April 2nd.
Demos and Freebies
The point-and-click adventure game Less Miserables has released a demo on Steam for PC, supporting both Windows and Linux. This parody of Les Miserables aims to blend the humor of 'Allo 'Allo with the style of 'Monkey Island'.
När Pettson öppnade dörren till spelvärlden
Classic Swedish point-and-click adventure games like Pettson, Mulle Meck, and Greveholm are remembered for their immersive worlds and emphasis on curiosity and exploration. These games, characterized by Sven Nordqvist's detailed art style, taught players to observe and interact with their environments, fostering a lifelong appreciation for discovery in gaming. The article reflects on how these early experiences shaped the author's approach to playing games.
The first demo for ‘Less Miserables’ is unleashed!
College Fun Games has released a demo for their upcoming point-and-click parody game, Less Miserables, which is an unfaithful adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic novel. The demo is available now on Steam and Itch.io, with a Kickstarter campaign planned for April 2nd and a full release in Q1 2027 for PC, Linux, and iOS.
Journey Into the Heart of Ojibwe Culture in Reclaim! Azhe-giiwewining, Out Today on Steam and itch.io
Grassroots Indigenous Multimedia has released their debut point-and-click adventure game, Reclaim! Azhe-giiwewining, on PC via Steam and itch.io. The game aims to support indigenous language revitalization by immersing players in Ojibwe culture and language through puzzles and storytelling. It is available for $14.99 with a launch week discount.
As seminal oddball indie Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP hits 15 years of age, you can pick it up for less than a coffee
Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP, a seminal indie title, is celebrating its 15th anniversary. The article reflects on the game's significance in the early days of indie and mobile gaming, highlighting its unique design and how it stood out before the prevalence of free-to-play models and microtransactions. The game is currently available at a significant discount on Steam.
The Bagman – Alpha Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
The Bagman is a 16-bit styled survival horror point-and-click adventure developed with Sega Genesis hardware constraints. Players must make critical decisions to ensure their friends survive a blood-soaked nightmare, with permadeath and multiple endings. The alpha demo offers a glimpse into the game's stealth-based survival, puzzle-solving, and intriguing narrative.
The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon is a comedic point-and-click adventure featuring six standalone supernatural cases with sharp writing and pixel-art charm. Players will guide Detective McQueen and Officer Dooley through mysteries involving lycanthropes, hexed artifacts, and dangerous treasure hunts, all while enjoying clever puzzle design and consistent humor. A beta demo is available for PC via Steam.
The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon demo teases plenty more zany cases
The demo for The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon offers a glimpse into the zany cases awaiting players. The game returns players to Twin Lakes to follow the adventures of Detective McQueen and Officer Dooley.
The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon gets a first demo
Spooky Doorway has released a demo for The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon, featuring Linux support. The demo includes the first half of the initial case, "Honey, I Shrunk the Detectives," where players control Detective McQueen and Officer Dooley. Narrative Lead Dave McCabe expressed excitement for players to try the new cases.
The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon Demo Arrives Today!
Spooky Doorway and Akupara Games have released a demo for The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon, available now on Steam. The demo features a case titled "Honey, I Shrunk the Detectives" and is playable on PC, Mac, Linux, and Steam Deck. This marks the third installment in the series, following Detective McQueen and Officer Dooley as they investigate paranormal cases.
The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon Preview
The Darkside Detective: Backside of the Moon is a comedic point-and-click adventure game that doesn't take itself too seriously. The preview case, 'Honey I Shrunk The Detective,' follows Detective McQueen and Officer Dooley as they are shrunk and must find a way to return to their normal size, featuring witty banter and straightforward puzzles.
Decollate Decoration coming to PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and Switch on April 17
Publisher Kemco and developer KANEKODO announced that the pixel art point-and-click adventure game Decollate Decoration will be released on April 17 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a distinctive pixel art style.
Pixel Ghost announce the official remake of legendary noir adventure Déjà Vu™ is coming to Playdate in 2026
Pixel Ghost has announced Déjà Vu PD, a remake of the classic noir adventure game Déjà Vu, for the Playdate console, scheduled for release in 2026. The remake will feature updated controls, refined interface design, and new music while preserving the original game's puzzles and story. Zojoi, who previously worked on ports of the MacVenture series, is also involved in the project.
Get Deponia for Free
Daedalic Entertainment is offering its point-and-click adventure game Deponia for free on Steam. The game is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms at no cost.
One of my favorite Daedalic point-and-click adventures is free on Steam, and a pile of others have been marked way down
Daedalic Entertainment is offering its point-and-click adventure game Deponia for free on Steam until March 16. Additionally, the company is holding a publisher sale with significant discounts on titles like The Night of the Rabbit, Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes, and The Dark Eye: Memoria.
Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville Arrives on April 14
Toge Productions and The Wild Gentlemen announced that Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville will launch on April 14, 2026, for PC via Steam and GOG. This detective visual novel places players in the role of a detective and suspect aboard a luxury train where an ambassador is murdered, leading to political intrigue and a complex investigation.
Review: Path of Mystery: A Brush With Death Has Ace Attorney Vibes
Path of Mystery: A Brush With Death is a visual novel with point-and-click elements for the Nintendo Switch that draws comparisons to the Ace Attorney series. Players investigate a cold case using Doppo Akazawa's retrocognition ability to see into the past. The game balances dramatic and comedic tones, features cinematic presentation, and includes optional mini-games and collectibles.
Point-and-Click Horror Adventure Mystery of Silence Lands on Mobile
Mystery of Silence, a point-and-click horror adventure game developed by Making Enemies and published by DevilishGames, has launched on mobile platforms. The game, which was previously released on PC in December 2025, features dark pixel art and a narrative about a writer uncovering secrets within a silent monastery. It is available on the Google Play Store for $3.99.
One Of The Switch's Earliest eShop Titles Has Finally Got A Sequel
Bulb Boy 2: Jar of Despair, the sequel to the 2017 Nintendo Switch eShop title Bulb Boy, has been released today on the eShop. The new point-and-click adventure game features visuals inspired by '90s cartoons and expands on the original's horror elements with vibrant colors and new monster designs.
