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1 Million+ Selling There is No Game Spin-off, Crushed in Time, Available on PC Now - Stretch Your Way Through a Development Pipeline Spanning Adventure Today
Crushed in Time, a spin-off of the million-selling game There is No Game, is now available on PC. The adventure game, which features a unique point-and-stretch mechanic and a meta-narrative about game development, will also launch on Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android later this year. Players will control Sherlock Holmes and Watson as they navigate a game's development pipeline to find a missing NPC.
Moses & Plato - Last Train to Clawville Review
Moses & Plato – Last Train to Clawville is a point-and-click visual novel spin-off from the Chicken Police franchise, developed by The Wild Gentlemen and published by Toge Productions. The game follows detective Moses as he investigates the murder of an ambassador on a train journey to Clawville. While praised for its art direction and music, the review notes that the story and culprit are predictable, and some mechanics like the Mind Garden have issues. Despite controller support, it is difficult to use, and the game feels like the weakest iteration in the franchise.
Spritewrench Announces - Duppy Detective Tashia Launches onto Steam!
Duppy Detective Tashia, a mystery adventure game developed by Glen Henry of Spritewrench Studios, has launched on Steam for PC. The point-and-click title is based on Caribbean folklore and features a murder mystery set in a hidden market populated by spirits. The game's release is accompanied by an original soundtrack composed by Chase Bethea, described as "Caribbean Noir."
Where Birds Sleep is a game about control. Or, well, your lack of control
Where Birds Sleep is a unique point-and-click adventure game that challenges traditional player control by making the protagonist Cormo override player choices. Developed by Quiet Little Feet, the game explores themes of morality and consequences, with player actions influencing Cormo's attributes and opening or closing narrative paths. The game aims to create a struggle for control and agency, offering a different experience from games like Baldur's Gate 3 or Disco Elysium.
Check out all the Frosty Games Fest 2026 reveals and premieres
Frosty Games Fest 2026 showcased a variety of upcoming and recently released games from Australia and New Zealand. The event featured premieres, announcements, and updates on locally developed titles, including "A Pocket Full of Slagford," "Cloudlings," "Cooking For MA!," and "Echo Zero."
Review: Decollate Decoration (Nintendo Switch)
Decollate Decoration is a short horror visual novel with point-and-click gameplay on the Nintendo Switch, featuring a cute but creepy 2D pixel art style. Players guide a ghost girl trying to take her beloved with her to the afterlife within 49 in-game days, with choices leading to six different endings. While lacking gore or jump scares, the game builds an unsettling atmosphere through its narrative and character design.
After PC, Perfect Tides: Station to Station Is Now Out on Switch
Perfect Tides: Station to Station, the sequel to the 2022 point-and-click game Perfect Tides, has been released on Nintendo Switch and PC. The game follows 18-year-old Mara as she navigates college life in the city in 2003, focusing on themes of young adulthood, relationships, and self-discovery. Developed by Meredith Gran under the studio banner Three Bees, the game features branching outcomes and over 60 explorable environments.
The Guardian of Nature Is a Charming Solarpunk Adventure That’s Also Raising Environmental Awareness
The Guardian of Nature, a solarpunk adventure game developed by Inlusio Interactive, is launching on Steam for PC on May 21st, coinciding with Earth Day. The game, which took seven years to develop and was made in close collaboration with scientists, aims to raise environmental awareness through its hand-drawn visuals and educational content about nature's interconnectedness. It features point-and-click puzzle gameplay where players guide botanist Henry on a journey to save the Tree of Life.
Cthulhu The Cosmic Abyss Review – A Terrifying Deep Dive Into Cosmic Horror | Invision Game Community
Cthulhu The Cosmic Abyss offers a deep dive into cosmic horror, reimagining the Cthulhu Mythos with a narrative-focused, first-person point-and-click adventure. While the game excels in exploration, atmosphere, and world-building, its Corruption mechanic is criticized for lacking impact on the player's mental state, and several bugs and performance issues are noted. Despite these flaws, it presents a strong foundation for future Lovecraftian games.
The Best Android Adventure Games – Updated!
This guide highlights the best adventure games available on Android, showcasing the genre's evolution from text-based adventures to diverse modern titles. It features a variety of games including Professor Layton, Oxenfree, Machinarium, and Return to Monkey Island, covering different subgenres like puzzle, narrative, and point-and-click.
Immortal John Triptych Brings Three Joe Richardson Adventures to Consoles
Akupara Games and developer Joe Richardson have announced Immortal John Triptych, an anthology collecting the point-and-click adventure games Four Last Things, The Procession to Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate. The collection will launch later this year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch consoles, featuring bonus content and quality-of-life updates. A PC version with a special DLC will also be available on Steam.
The Immortal John Triptych Brings Renaissance Absurdity To Consoles Later This Year
The Immortal John Triptych, a collection of three adventure games by Joe Richardson, is coming to consoles later in 2026. The anthology includes Four Last Things, The Procession to Calvary, and Death of the Reprobate, featuring a unique art style derived from Renaissance artwork. This console release includes quality-of-life improvements, bonus content, and full controller support for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3 Brings The Trilogy To A Chilling End
True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3 has been released for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, concluding the trilogy. Developed by Goblinz Enterprises and published by The Digital Lounge, this psychological horror game focuses on resolving the mysteries of the Stonehouse family. The game features point-and-click exploration, puzzles, and hidden object elements with an emphasis on atmosphere and narrative payoff.
Don't miss The Third Shift, a Game Boy horror museum that cleverly entangles Resident Evil-style CCTV perspectives with point-and-click investigation
The Third Shift is a new Game Boy horror game that blends Resident Evil-style CCTV perspectives with point-and-click investigation. Players take on the role of a security guard at a museum with a dark history, navigating exhibits and uncovering secrets while being surveilled. The game cleverly uses multiple perspectives and fixed camera angles to create a unique and unsettling experience.
Award-Winning Visual Novel and Roger Is Coming to Android Soon!
The award-winning visual novel 'and Roger' is set to release on Android and iOS on June 17th, 2026, with a planned release for the Nintendo Switch 2. Developed by solo creator Yona under TearyHand Studio and published by Kodansha, the game was initially released for PC in July 2025 and is already available on Nintendo Switch. The narrative follows a young girl's confusing encounter with a stranger and explores themes of dementia through a minimalist point-and-click gameplay style.
Time-Bending Adventure Whirlight – No Time To Trip Launches May 14 on PC, and in Q3 2026 on Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox
Developer imaginarylab announced that its narrative sci-fi adventure game, Whirlight – No Time To Trip, will launch on May 14, 2026, for PC. The game is also slated for release in Q3 2026 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. A new trailer showcases the game's time-traveling mystery and unique visual style.
and Roger Switch 2 and Mobile Release Set for June 18 with Language Update
The visual novel 'and Roger' will be released for Nintendo Switch and mobile devices on June 18, 2026, with a simultaneous free update adding support for numerous languages including Portuguese, Spanish, and Ukrainian. The game features point-and-click exploration and slice-of-life storytelling with comic book-inspired visuals, and has already sold over 100,000 units on PC and Nintendo Switch.
Reality-bending puzzles arrive in Uncle Lee's Cookbook: Five Recipes for Disaster on May 12
Uncle Lee's Cookbook: Five Recipes for Disaster, a collection of five reality-bending puzzle episodes, is set to release on May 12th. Lead programmer Giuseppe Sellaroli confirmed it will be available DRM-free on Steam, GOG, and itch.io, featuring pixel art, witty dialogue, and English voice acting with Italian subtitles. The game also includes a native Linux version compatible with Steam Deck.
Shadows of the Afterland shares Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Aruma Studios has announced that Shadows of the Afterland will be released on Nintendo Switch on May 5, 2026. This supernatural mystery game features full voice acting, pixel art, and seamless possession mechanics. Players step into the shoes of a detective in 1960s Madrid to solve a mysterious death that bridges the living and afterlife.
Decollate Decoration for PC & Consoles: Pre-order begins on Xbox & Switch! A haunting adventure where love lingers beyond death!
KEMCO announced that the supernatural adventure game Decollate Decoration will be released on April 17, 2026, for Xbox consoles, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are available with a 10% discount on the Microsoft Store and Nintendo eShop, while PS5 and PS4 versions can be wishlisted. The game features a ghost protagonist attempting to fulfill her desires and influence the living world, with multiple endings and a short playtime.