REWIND

About REWIND

REWIND is a single player casual role playing game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Damian_Zhao and was released on June 29, 2026. It received positive reviews from players.

A film crew booked the penthouse hotel last night, and this morning the director was found dead in the pool. You need to investigate the scene. First, determine if it's murder. If so, identify any suspects among those present. Finally, you need to reconstruct the events of the case. 《REWIND》 is a hardcore text-based detective puzzle game containing nearly a hundred clues. Players need to carefu…

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87%Audience ScoreBased on 56 reviews

story7 positive mentions

Innovative and satisfying detective gameplay involving evidence and statement combination that offers a fresh take on mystery games.
Engaging and immersive atmosphere supported by warm graphics, detailed animations, and fitting sound effects.
Short, accessible, and enjoyable experience that rewards exploration and critical thinking, with potential for future expansions.

English translation and localization suffer from many grammatical errors, awkward syntax, and occasional confusing phrasing.
Some interface and tutorial shortcomings cause initial confusion about gameplay mechanics and how to interact with clues and dialogue.
Certain design and pacing issues such as slightly linear story progression, minor bugs, and occasionally clunky animations or character movements.

story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41% positive mentions, 41% neutral mentions, 18% negative mentions
The story is a concise and engaging detective narrative with clever dialogue and immersive environmental storytelling, though it is relatively simple and brief. While some players found the characters underdeveloped and the plot linear, the investigation mechanics and overall atmosphere kept the experience enjoyable. Minor translation issues and a desire for deeper character investment were noted, but the story effectively complements the gameplay.
- “Very satisfying small detective story with the sweet aftertaste of a job well done.”
- “The story kept me interested and the atmosphere was great from start to finish.”
- “Game does a good job of using environmental storytelling rather than spelling out the story for you - more immersive that way.”
- “The story is somehow simple.”
- “This is a very short game, so don't expect to get to know any of the characters; they are all very flat and feel more like props than anything, but help move the story along.”
- “I'll be honest, I'm not actually sure how I completed the game as I don't really understand the full story that I unraveled.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29% positive mentions, 53% neutral mentions, 18% negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its innovative and fresh mechanics centered around evidence combining and investigation, offering a straightforward yet engaging detective experience. While initially slightly confusing and mechanically simple, it captures a classic text-based point-and-click feel with modern touches, though some suggest improvements like enhanced movement controls and more complex storytelling. Overall, the core gameplay is solid, enjoyable, and shows strong potential for future titles.
- “Very cool evidence combining mechanics the game is built around.”
- “Gameplay felt really fresh also – not something I've seen in detective games before.”
- “The investigation mechanics were really innovative.”
- “The direction is a bigger problem mechanically.”
- “I thought rewind title meant there's a time mechanic but apparently it's just a recap.”
- “The main gameplay loop is a bit confusing at the beginning but it's not that hard to get your head around it.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67% positive mentions, 11% neutral mentions, 22% negative mentions
The graphics receive consistent praise for their appealing art style, warm visuals, and well-crafted environments that enhance immersion and suspense. While minor spelling or translation errors are noted, they do not detract from the overall visual experience. The combination of graphics and animations effectively supports the game's engaging atmosphere and storyline.
- “It's short and straightforward, with amazing graphics and fun gameplay that kept me interested from start to finish.”
- “The atmosphere, art style, and soundtrack all do a great job of building suspense and keeping you immersed.”
- “You have quite a few spelling/translation errors but I never found it to cause confusion and the art style wasn't my cup of tea.”
- “Otherwise the graphics and environments are well made, and the fact that you get it for free easily compensates for a few minor flaws.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The music is generally praised for enhancing the atmosphere and immersion, effectively building suspense. However, some feel that the game could benefit from more engaging background music to deepen player investment.
- “The atmosphere, art style, and soundtrack all do a great job of building suspense and keeping you immersed.”
- “The graphic and music are nice.”
- “It would be better with some engaging background music and a little more of a story that gets you invested in the main character at least.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game offers a fun, low-stress experience that can make players feel smart, but its flat character development limits emotional engagement and investment in the story.
- “Took about an hour, was fun, non-stressful and made me feel smart.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The atmosphere is consistently praised for its ability to maintain suspense and immersion throughout the story, enhanced by the art style and soundtrack. Users found it engaging and well-crafted from start to finish.
- “The atmosphere, art style, and soundtrack all do a great job of building suspense and keeping you immersed.”
- “The story kept me interested and the atmosphere was great from start to finish.”