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A story-driven detective adventure where you hunt a serial killer as an agent alongside your AI partner. Surreal dream investigations with puzzles, quirky humor and branching story paths set it apart.

What defines AI: The Somnium Files - Nirvana Initiative:

  • Choices with consequences
  • Strong, story-driven narrative
  • Lots of humour
  • Sci-fi setting

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