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Strange Antiquities

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Nintendo Switch • 2025

Should you play it?

Become the custodian of a store dealing in occult antiquities. Explore the quaint and gloomy town of Undermere, where strange goings-on and dark mysteries abound. Find and identify arcane artefacts, use your collection to aid the townsfolk with their unusual problems — and remember to pet your cat!

What works

  • Immersive and cozy atmosphere
  • Challenging and rewarding puzzles
  • Deep narrative with multiple endings
  • Engaging occult and mystery themes
  • Quality of life improvements over predecessor

Things to keep in mind

  • Some puzzles can be obtuse or vague
  • Hint system occasionally unhelpful
  • Limited social or multiplayer features
  • Shorter game length for some players
  • Minor ui/navigation annoyances reported

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Strange Antiquities: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Survival, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Relaxation, Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence.

Last update: 21/08/2026