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The Excavation of Hob's Barrow

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

Should you play it?

The Excavation of Hob's Barrow is a folk horror narrative-driven adventure. Explore the isolated moors of rural Victorian England as you uncover the mysteries of Hob's Barrow. The answers lie in the soil...

What works

  • Strong narrative and atmosphere
  • Excellent voice acting
  • Logical and fair puzzles
  • Immersive folk horror setting
  • Quality pixel art and sound design

Things to keep in mind

  • Linear story with fixed ending
  • Some puzzles are easy or slightly convoluted
  • Limited player agency and customization
  • Short game length
  • Lack of replayability beyond commentary

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Old Skies

  • The Dark Eye: Memoria

  • Anna's Quest

  • The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav

  • Röki

  • King's Quest

Less intimate

Games that feels like The Excavation of Hob's Barrow but with less focus on close relationships

  • The Frostrune

  • King's Quest™ Collection

  • The Samaritan Paradox

  • Oknytt

  • Metaphobia

  • Milkmaid of the Milky Way

More expressive

Games that feels like The Excavation of Hob's Barrow but with more self-expression and customization

  • Jenny LeClue - Detectivu

  • Simon the Sorcerer Origins

  • Mindlock - The Apartment

  • Yesterday Origins

  • The Night of the Rabbit

  • NORCO

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The Excavation of Hob's Barrow: 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 Thrill. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Expression, Fellowship.

Last update: 04/08/2026