Follow the meaning
HiKing Mind Studio · 2024 · Adventure, Puzzle, Point & Click, 2D, Hand-drawn
PC
Very Positive94% · 968
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About Follow the meaning
A desperate letter summons detective Paul Trilby to a peculiar island town, divided by a wall and ruled by a Hospital. Regular citizens get admitted and then return without their memories. A sinister conspiracy is afoot. Can you get to the bottom of this mystery? Follow the meaning is a surreal, hand-drawn, point-and-click adventure inspired by classic titles like Samorost and the Rusty Lake series.
Use wit, curiosity and lateral thinking to puzzle your way towards a solution, helped by the citizens you meet along the way. Remember that there is always a grain of truth in the local gossip. A short, strange, satisfying adventure for those in search of something different.
🔎 You can already start Paul_Trilby's investigation by visiting the Follow the meaning website (link in sidebar) 🖥️
Use wit, curiosity and lateral thinking to puzzle your way towards a solution, helped by the citizens you meet along the way. Remember that there is always a grain of truth in the local gossip. A short, strange, satisfying adventure for those in search of something different.
Features
■ Hand-drawn art brings the offbeat world to life■ Whimsical worldbuilding with a sinister undertone■ Atmospheric soundtrack by Victor Butzelaar■ A twisted mystery that awaits your diligent inspection■ 1.5 hours average playtime🔎 You can already start Paul_Trilby's investigation by visiting the Follow the meaning website (link in sidebar) 🖥️
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
Follow the Meaning is a narrative-driven point-and-click adventure developed by HiKing Mind Studio and published by Second Maze that embraces surreal storytelling, imaginative worldbuilding, and thoughtful puzzle design. Rather than focusing on action or lengthy dialogue, the game places players inside an unsettling mystery where every interaction contributes to unraveling a much larger conspiracy. Drawing inspiration from classic adventure titles while establishing its own artistic identity, it delivers an experience that values curiosity, observation, and interpretation. Although its overall length is relatively brief, the game aims to provide a concentrated journey where every location and encounter serves a meaningful purpose. The story follows detective Paul Trilby after he receives a mysterious message requesting his help in a secluded island town. Upon arriving, he discovers a community divided by a massive wall and overshadowed by an enigmatic hospital whose patients emerge with their memories erased. This unusual premise immediately creates an atmosphere of unease, encouraging players to question every event and every character they meet. The narrative unfolds through env…2 found this helpful
Such a good game and i loved the ending. So weird but in a good way!1 found this helpful
short but excellent!1 found this helpful
Fun little game. I haven't played something like this before, and enjoyed it. I did have to look up how to get all the achievements.1 found this helpful
1 or 2 bucks well spent. love the art style. hsd s really imersive hour with this.1 found this helpful
What a quirky game. Very charming but also kind of horrifying by the implications of the story.
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