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A Guidebook of Babel

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Nintendo Switch • 2022

Should you play it?

A narrative-driven puzzle adventure game with the butterfly effect at its core. Board the Babel, a mysterious cruise ship that takes you on a whimsical journey to the afterlife. Use a special pen to help fellow travelers fulfill their wishes by rewriting the past, changing how the future unfolds.

What works

  • Unique butterfly effect mechanic
  • Engaging multi-perspective narrative
  • Charming hand-drawn art style
  • Thoughtful puzzle design with notebook system
  • Emotional and imaginative storytelling

Things to keep in mind

  • Slow pacing and some repetitive backtracking
  • Some players find puzzles too easy or hand-holding excessive
  • Translation and localization issues
  • Limited gameplay complexity and replayability
  • Some narrative elements and character portrayals controversial or underdeveloped

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A Guidebook of Babel: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Competition, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Fantasy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fellowship.

Last update: 24/08/2026