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The Berlin Apartment

The Berlin Apartment

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Release Date: November 17, 2025

Adventure, FPP, Indie Games, Experimental/artistic, Exploration Games, Games for Impact, Singleplayer

A first-person adventure game, in some ways similar to the concept of What Remains of Edith Finch. The Berlin Apartment tells the stories of the former tenants of the titular apartment. They are set in different eras and vary in terms of atmosphere and mechanics.

7.2

OpenCritic

9.6

Steam

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btf games is a German development studio operating under the umbrella of the company bildundtonfabrik (also known as btf). In the portfolio of this team, we can find the warmly received Truberbrook, an adventure action game titled Constance, as well as the lesser-known project Dino Dino. The Berlin Apartment described here is one of their works. It was created in the form of an adventure game that may evoke associations with the bestselling What Remains of Edith Finch.

Gameplay

In The Berlin Apartment, events are viewed from a first-person perspective (FPP). The gameplay takes place entirely in the titular apartment. The main characters of this production are a girl named Dilara and her father Malik, who is renovating a historic apartment in Berlin.

Discovering memories

The primary element of the gameplay is exploring the apartment and searching for items left by its former tenants. Each of these items serves as a kind of "gateway" to their memories, in which we can directly participate. In this way, we not only see how the apartment has changed over the ages but also learn about the fates of its previous residents, accompanying them in greetings and farewells, as well as other moments full of joy, sadness, or horror. The individual stories are varied in terms of atmosphere and mechanics.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S

Developer: btf

Publisher: btf

Age restrictions: 12+

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for The Berlin Apartment Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-2300 2.8 GHz / AMD Phenom II X4 965 3.4 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 950 / Radeon RX 560, 15 GB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for The Berlin Apartment Video Game.

7.2

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 51% of Critics. There are 25 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Duuro Magazine: by Krist Duro

Treat The Berlin Apartment like a quiet evening experience. Make a hot cup of coffee or tea or chocolate, dim the lights, settle in and let the stories breathe. The Berlin Apartment does not try to entertain you with gameplay, it tries to move you with perspective. And if you give it the patience it asks for, it succeeds.

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LadiesGamers.com: by Laurane Reine-Adelaide

I like The Berlin Apartment. Some chapters felt a bit long, mostly when I wasn’t sure what the game wanted to show me, but overall, it was a deeply pleasant experience. I think it will resonate most with players who love narrative-driven stories, history aficionados, and anyone who enjoys peeking into the quiet corners of human lives. If you can get all of that in a video game format, who’s complaining, right?

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Digital Chumps: 8.5 / 10 by Ben Sheene

Minimalist yet poignant, The Berlin Apartment offers a handful of narrative vignettes allowing players to experience the tumultuous history of Germany across the decades. Though brief, its stories pack an emotional punch that won't be forgotten.

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96%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (164)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Emotional and Thoughtful Storytelling: Many users praised the game's narrative, highlighting its ability to evoke strong emotions and convey the complexities of life in Berlin over the decades.
  • Beautiful Art Style: The game's visual presentation received widespread acclaim for its charming and aesthetically pleasing graphics, which change with each era.
  • Well-Executed Voice Acting: The German voice acting was particularly noted for its quality, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Unique Concept: The idea of exploring the same apartment through different historical periods and the personal stories of its inhabitants was well-received, making the game feel intimate and relatable.
  • Cultural and Historical Depth: Players appreciated the incorporation of significant historical events and the nuanced portrayal of the characters' experiences.

The main cons of the game

  • Short Playtime: Many reviews mentioned that the game felt too short, with playtimes averaging between 3 to 6 hours, leading to concerns about its pricing.
  • Gameplay Mechanics: Some users found the gameplay to be simplistic or minimalistic, with certain segments feeling tedious or drawn out, particularly in the 1960s chapter.
  • Technical Issues: A few reviews pointed out bugs, such as clipping issues and problems with achievements not registering correctly, though these were generally not seen as game-breaking.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • More Diverse Storytelling: Some users expressed a desire for a broader range of historical perspectives, suggesting that the game could benefit from exploring more varied aspects of Berlin's history beyond WWII and the Berlin Wall.
  • Expanded Content: There were requests for additional chapters or updates to extend the narrative experience, as players felt the game had potential for further exploration of its themes.
  • Improved Interactivity: A few reviews called for more interactive elements or gameplay mechanics to enhance engagement, particularly in sections where the pacing felt slow.

Summary

  • Overall, "The Berlin Apartment" is recognized as a heartfelt narrative experience with beautiful visuals that resonates with players, despite some criticisms regarding its length and gameplay mechanics.

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