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puzzle video game
Obduction
By Cyan Worlds, released 1 Jan 2016
- Microsoft Windows
- macOS
- science fiction video game
- adventure video game
What it is
Obduction is a science-fiction adventure from Cyan Worlds, built around exploration, clues and choices. After an organic object falls from the sky, you are transported across the universe to an alien landscape containing pieces of Earth from unexpected times and places. The strange environments conceal their explanations, so progress comes from examining places, coaxing out clues and considering what you find. Choices have substantial consequences, and the goal is to discover a way home. The game is single-player and listed for Windows and macOS. Its Steam feature set includes VR support, tracked controller support, partial controller support, achievements, trading cards, Steam Cloud and Family Sharing. The store description notes that VR play takes full advantage of higher-end systems and directs players to check minimum and recommended specifications. Obduction was released in 2016, with a Steam release date of Aug 24, 2016.
What players like, and what they don't
- Exploration and clue-based progression
- Choices have substantial consequences
- VR supported
- Available for Windows and macOS
- VR play calls for higher-end systems
- Controller support is partial
Who it suits
Obduction suits solo players drawn to science-fiction settings and exploration-led puzzles. It also has VR support for players considering that mode, with higher-end system requirements noted for VR play.
Obduction offers a solo science-fiction mystery centered on exploration, clues and consequential choices. Check system specifications if you plan to play in VR.
