Ghost of a Tale

Interesting story, full island to explore and old style riddles.

P.S. this game is for stealth playthrough only, if you not like that style of gameplay than dont even start

If I could recommend one game before I die, or before the world ends...this would be that game.
I cried so much, I laughed, my breathe was taken away and somehow I even connected so much to a little mouse.
This isn't just a gem in a haystack, it's a shame it's the only game of it's kind. It has the exploration and connection of a Dark Souls game, but none of the combat, just pure stealth and it's refreshing.
For a 2018 game, the time of PS4 and Xbox One, the graphics still live to this day, hell with some of the horrible things going on with gaming right now, I would say it's better. The worldbuilding is phenomenal, the character's a joy to get to speak to, and a story that not only touched my heart, but something I truly felt I hope I learnt from. It's definitely something we all need right now. This is definitely like a warm cuddle in the safest arms.
Just goes to show, even if "this world is dangerous for a little mouse", it shows how much a little mouse can do. Maybe something even we could learn from. Wrote while listening to Duinlan's Theme

A beautiful game that evokes works such as Redwall and The Secret of Nimh. As someone who reads a lot and enjoys fantasy stories, this game captivated my heart.

This game made me laugh enough times to make the purchase worth it. Great characters, surprisingly deep story and incredible worldbuilding.
Works great on Steam deck, btw.

This is honestly the best game I've ever played. It's such an inmersive experience. I've never played a game that made me both laugh and cry. Everything about it is so good, especially the story. I'm only sad it's over. I played on the Steam Deck with no issues as at. Worked great.

While this adventure game (stealth genre mostly) has many endearing qualities, be WARNED that doing all the quests requires an extreme amount of running back and forth that was burning me out. And I say that as a completionist who often spends over 100 hours questing in classic RPG video games.
nb: just a few fast travel options would have made it much more enjoyable. The game became painful to finish.
My playthrough: 100% items and quests. 16 of 20 achievements. 26 hours.

Absolutely delightful stealth adventure. Janky and occasionally frustrating as it is, the art (omg the art!), writing, music, and lived-in feel and mystery of the fort and its environs are all top-tier.