Orten Was The Case

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Niche Gamer
6 / 10
Nindie Spotlight
6.1 / 10
GamesCreed
3.5 / 5
GameLuster
7 / 10
Creators: Woodhill Interactive
Release Date: Nov 29, 2023 - Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One
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Critic Reviews for Orten Was The Case

The town of Orten is a character in itself. It has a thought-out history and everything in it feels like it has a purpose. The problems with Orten Was The Case is how it executes some of its 2D assets, the implementation of the 3D platforming, and the botched attempt at melee. The version on Switch is especially a little more rugged-looking than intended, but any adventure game fan who thinks they can deal with spotty playability will find there is a lot to appreciate with its deep Groundhog Day loop scenario.

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While its time-looping challenge to prevent disaster is interesting, the execution of its mechanics stymie easy enjoyment

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Orten Was The Case is a highly well-thought title with lots of never-seen artistic choices. It is undoubtedly one of the indie games of the year that leans to the better side with its visual representation, sound quality, impressive puzzles, and take on the time loop style of gameplay. If you consider yourself a veteran of ’90s story-ridden puzzle games, you could easily eat up Orten Was The Case, but if you are curious to check out the game, approach it with a pinch of salt.

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Orten Was The Case is a clever time loop story that delivers with the right expectations, but suffers by its commitment to wonky movement and a lack of commitment to an emotional narrative

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