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Unavowed

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Release Date: August 8, 2018

Adventure, Point-and-click, Thriller, 2D, Indie Games, Singleplayer

A thriller adventure game by Wadjet Eye Games. You play as a person, who for the last six months was possessed by a demon using their body to wreak havoc in New York. The protagonist was exorcised by the eponymous organization, which fights dark forces, and decides to join it, having lost their previous life, including their home, family, and friends. During the game, you explore locations, talk to NPCs, gather useful items and solve puzzles.

8.7

OpenCritic

9.6

Steam

9.0

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Unavowed for PC a thriller adventure game with supernatural elements. The production was developed by Wadjet Eye Games. The main designer of the game is Dave Gilbert, the creator of the Blackwell series. The story was co-written by Jennifer Hepler, the writer of the first two installments of the Dragon Age series.

Plot

The story of Unavowed is set in the modern New York. You play as a person, who for the last six months was possessed by a demon and forced to watch helplessly as the evil being used their body to wreak havoc in the city. Finally, the protagonist was exorcised by members of an ancient demon-fighting organization called the Unavowed.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows August 8, 2018

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch July 7, 2021

Developer: Wadjet Eye Games

Publisher: Wadjet Eye Games

Age restrictions: 16+

Features

News

Unavowed is Wadjet Eye's next adventure game

Wadjet Eye Games, the studio that gave us Shardlight and Blackwell series, announced Unavowed. This will be a dark-themed, supernatural adventure game with branching storyline.

video games

March 22, 2016

Unavowed is Wadjet Eye's next adventure game

System Requirements

System Requirements for Unavowed Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Pentium III 700 MHz, 64 MB RAM, graphic card Intel HD or better, 3 GB HDD, Windows ME.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Unavowed Video Game.

8.7

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 96% of Critics. There are 25 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Pure Nintendo: 8.5 / 10 by David Temple

Unavowed is a solid retro adventure game. The story is not always evenly paced, but it is compelling with plenty of twists and surprises. The gameplay is simple, and the parts all work together to make a coherent whole.

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GameSpew: 9 / 10 by Becca Smith

If you're a fan of the point-and-click genre, Unavowed should definitely be on your radar.

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Cubed3: 9 / 10 by Renan Fontes

It's no exaggeration to call Unavowed one of the most replayable point-and-click adventures the genre has seen. Topped off by excellent atmosphere, a tight script, and great performances, Unavowed might just be Wadjet Eye Games' best work.

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96%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive (2,476)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Engaging Story and Characters: The narrative is captivating with multiple routes and endings, allowing for a rich storytelling experience. Players appreciate the depth of character backgrounds and the emotional weight of choices.
  • High-Quality Voice Acting: The voice performances are generally praised as outstanding, contributing significantly to the immersive experience.
  • Beautiful Art and Soundtrack: The pixel art is described as smooth and detailed, with a fitting soundtrack that enhances the atmosphere without becoming repetitive.
  • Replay Value: The game features multiple endings and scenarios, encouraging players to replay it to explore different outcomes based on their choices.
  • Logical Puzzles: Many users noted that the puzzles are straightforward and logical, avoiding the "moon logic" often found in older point-and-click games. The ability to solve puzzles using different companions adds variety.

The main cons of the game

  • Inconsistent Voice Quality: Some users reported that the quality of voice acting varies, with a few performances sounding lower quality compared to others.
  • Simplicity of Puzzles: While many appreciated the logical nature of the puzzles, some players felt they were too easy and lacked depth, making the game feel more like a visual novel than a traditional adventure game.
  • Short Length: Several reviews mentioned that the game could feel short, typically taking around 8-12 hours to complete, which some players felt was not enough for the price.

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

  • More Complex Puzzles: Some players expressed a desire for more challenging puzzles that would require deeper thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Additional Character Development: While the characters are generally well-received, some users wished for more screen time and development for certain companions to enhance their backstories and relevance.
  • Expanded Gameplay Mechanics: A few reviews mentioned that the game could benefit from more interactive elements or gameplay variety beyond dialogue and simple puzzles, as well as the inclusion of more characters or companions to choose from during missions.

Summary

  • Overall, "Unavowed" is celebrated as a standout title in the point-and-click genre, praised for its storytelling, character depth, and artistic presentation, while also facing some criticism regarding puzzle complexity and voice acting consistency.

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