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Irony Curtain: From Matryoshka with Love

PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2019

Should you play it?

Irony Curtain: From Matryoshka with Love is a satirical point and click inspired by the classic adventure games. It smuggles you out of your comfort zone and throws you into the middle of a Cold War spy intrigue - where there’s an even bigger game being played …

What works

  • Engaging satirical story and humor
  • Well-crafted puzzles with hint system
  • High-quality voice acting and graphics
  • Nostalgic point-and-click gameplay
  • Accessible and enjoyable for adventure fans

Things to keep in mind

  • Some mini-games require fast reflexes and lack skip option
  • Occasional obtuse or illogical puzzles
  • Linear gameplay with backtracking
  • Main character perceived as naive or unrelatable
  • Some technical bugs and translation issues

What to play next

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From the same developer

From the same developer, ranked by motivational fit.

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Irony Curtain: From Matryoshka with Love: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Relaxation. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Survival, Violence.

Last update: 27/07/2026