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Havsala: Into the Soul Palace

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2022

Should you play it?

Havsala is an investigative puzzle game with rich storytelling full of historical references and mysticism. Search the room for the clues left behind by the previous reincarnations of a single soul, solve the puzzles and unravel the mystery.

What works
  • Beautiful hand-drawn art and atmospheric music
  • Intellectually challenging and original puzzles
  • Rich historical, philosophical, and mythological content
  • Thoughtful narrative and immersive storytelling
  • Turkish language support with voice acting
Things to keep in mind
  • Some puzzles can be unintuitive or frustrating
  • Limited game length and replay value
  • Hint system can reduce puzzle satisfaction
  • Lack of customization or social features
  • Minor technical issues and occasional bugs

What to play next

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Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

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  • 子归 - Blossom

  • Gordian Rooms 1: A curious heritage
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Havsala: Into the Soul Palace: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Thrill, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Expression.

Why this game works

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