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Heartbound is a narrative-driven pixel-art RPG about a boy and his dog that constantly shifts genres, mixing dialogue, minigames, puzzles and bullet-hell-style fights. It tackles dark, personal themes like trauma and mental health, backed by a quirky atmosphere and a strong soundtrack.
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The closest matches for Heartbound are The Coffin of Andy and Leyley, Undertale and Oxenfree. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Heartbound special – the reasons are listed right on each game.
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Choices with consequences
A dark point-and-click adventure about agency nurse Angie, who must complete five impossible tasks to win her life back. Puzzles, odd characters and horror moments shape her trip to another world and back.
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Choices with consequences
A short, unconventional pixel-art horror RPG prologue where puzzles can be solved in multiple ways. As Kat you make friends or not while uncovering the mystery of a strange golden letter.
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A retro 1980s-style computer game pastiche in which a seemingly friendly AI buddy leads you through mini-games while an unsettling secret gradually unfolds. A short, surprising experience that plays with your expectations.
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Choices with consequences
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Choices with consequences
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