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The Drifter
Powerhoof
December 30, 2025
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Point-and-click, Puzzle, Adventure, IndieDevelopers
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The Drifter is a 2d point and click adventure in the classic style. Taking cues from the recent revival of the genre there is an emphasis on story, with puzzle solving being the glue that ties it together rather than the focus. Mick's a pretty practical guy, and so puzzles are down-to-earth, designed to be unobtrusive, and give an investigative feel. We're keeping the pacing is quick and lean, you'll never be wandering around lost for long periods - Mick is propelled through the story at a good clip, from one situation to another, with barely a moment to catch his breath.
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Point-and-click, Puzzle, Adventure, IndiePlatforms
Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), MacDevelopers
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