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The Aquarium does not dance

PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch • 2024

Should you play it?

This is a horror adventure game where a girl, devoted to her best friend, searches for her companion in an aquarium that has transformed into a world of horror. While evading the deformed entities known as "Creepies," the player must unravel the mysteries concealed within the aquarium.

What works

  • Beautiful and immersive aquatic atmosphere
  • Engaging and emotional story with multiple endings
  • Creative puzzles and unique character designs
  • High quality music and sound design
  • Free to play with substantial content

Things to keep in mind

  • Slow pacing and long dialogue sequences
  • Some puzzles are unintuitive or require external knowledge
  • Limited character development and abrupt emotional shifts
  • Minor bugs and occasional frustrating gameplay mechanics
  • No multiplayer or social features

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Last update: 24/08/2026