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2022PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified89 % positive16.79 €

You revisit old memories with two childhood friends who have been apart for years. It is a melancholic story where closeness and loss are felt in equal measure.

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  • Strong, story-driven narrative
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The Beginner's Guide

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2015PCSteam Deck playable88 % positive9.75 €

Brings what grabs you about Know by Heart: emotional impact, a strong story and a relaxed difficulty.

A narrative experiment in which Davey Wreden walks you through the strange, unfinished games of a friend while narrating his own interpretations. It turns into a surprisingly personal reflection on creativity, projection and friendship.

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