Return of the Obra Dinn

About game

In "Return of the Obra Dinn," players step into the shoes of an insurance adjuster named Adam Dossett, who is tasked with investigating the mysterious disappearance of the merchant ship Obra Dinn. Set in the year 1802, the game combines elements of puzzle-solving and detective work as players explore the ship, which has returned after being lost for several years with its crew missing or dead. The game is presented in a unique, monochromatic visual style reminiscent of early Macintosh graphics, which adds to its eerie atmosphere. By utilizing a special pocket watch, players can witness the last moments of the ship's crew, revealing their fates and the events that transpired aboard. Through careful observation and deduction, players must piece together the relationships and events that led to the demise of the crew members and the ship's ultimate fate. The narrative unfolds through meticulously crafted vignettes that players can replay, allowing them to gather clues and identify each character, their roles, and their demise. The game emphasizes logic and deduction over action, encouraging players to make connections between disparate pieces of information to understand the complete story. With its engaging narrative, innovative gameplay mechanics, and striking visual style, "Return of the Obra Dinn" offers a captivating and immersive detective experience that challenges players to think critically and solve a complex mystery.