Riddlewood Manor

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Riddlewood Manor is a single player puzzle game. It was developed by Peanut Button and was released on October 22, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Riddlewood Manor is a chilling escape room experience where you navigate eerie, fully interactive environments to solve quirky puzzles and uncover the bizarre lore of the Riddlewood family. Beware Suzie, a sinister demonic doll stalking the manor’s halls, as you race to survive and escape her deadly games. Expect a unique blend of dark humor and suspense in this haunted estate.

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 73 reviews

story16 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

The game features clever and engaging puzzles that strike a good balance between challenge and accessibility, making them satisfying to solve.
The charming art style and whimsical atmosphere create a unique blend of spooky and cute, enhancing the overall experience.
The inclusion of a jump scare warning and the lighthearted humor throughout the game make it approachable for players who may not typically enjoy horror games.

The forced backtracking mechanic, which requires players to die to return to previous rooms, can be frustrating and disrupts the flow of gameplay.
Some players found the lack of a hint system and the inability to leave rooms until puzzles are solved to be significant drawbacks.
There are instances of interactions not triggering properly, leading to confusion and potential soft-lock situations.

story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a blend of whimsical and dark elements, featuring themes of demonic possession and familial relationships, which creates an engaging atmosphere enhanced by its art style and sound design. While the narrative is generally well-crafted and immersive, some players felt it could benefit from deeper exploration of character backstories. Overall, the combination of clever puzzles and a unique storytelling approach makes for a captivating experience, despite some critiques regarding its depth.
- “I really enjoyed the engaging storyline and cleverly crafted puzzles within Riddlewood Manor.”
- “The storytelling around the Riddlewoods is super cool, dark, weird, and fun to piece together.”
- “The story is amazing, the game is super fun and intriguing, and the graphics are so good for this type of horror puzzle game.”
- “However, it is possible to leave an area without an inventory item that is required to progress the story in the next area.”
- “I will say it did feel a bit bare bones in terms of story.”
- “I think I would have enjoyed a deeper dive into the parents' involvement in the story and how they affected the daughter.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and whimsical art style, which combines a cartoony aesthetic with spooky elements, creating a visually striking experience. Reviewers appreciate the high-quality illustrations and how they enhance the overall atmosphere, complementing the clever puzzles and engaging story. The game's graphics evoke nostalgia while maintaining a modern appeal, making it a standout in the horror puzzle genre.
- “The art direction is gorgeous — a hand-drawn gothic aesthetic that feels like wandering through a cursed cartoon.”
- “Overall a fun puzzle game with a very visually striking art style.”
- “The atmosphere, visuals, and soundtrack all work together beautifully.”
- “The graphics are simplistic in the style of Forgotten Hill but without the macabre elements.”
- “The art style reminds me of old Scooby-Doo flash games, but high-fidelity.”
- “The cute graphics and sense of humor keep it from being really scary, which I appreciate.”
atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its effective combination of art style, music, and voice acting, which together create a captivating and immersive experience. Players appreciate the balance of spooky elements and humor, with well-executed jump scares and a soundtrack that enhances the overall mood. The game successfully blends horror and lightheartedness, making it accessible even for those who may not typically enjoy scary themes.
- “The soundtrack is sublime - it creates the perfect atmosphere for this kind of game.”
- “The voice acting deserves real praise here: performances sell the tone perfectly, balancing the creepy atmosphere with tongue-in-cheek comedy that keeps you smiling even when you’re dying (again).”
- “It's not as scary as I thought - it certainly has a spooky atmosphere and a few jump-scares (which can be canceled in the settings if you prefer), but nothing too extreme for a coward like me ;)”
- “The atmosphere, visuals, and soundtrack all work together beautifully.”
- “ presentation & atmosphere”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as lighthearted and effective, balancing well with its horror elements. Players appreciate the quirky, unexpected funny moments and the cartoonish charm that keeps the atmosphere enjoyable rather than overly scary. Overall, the humor enhances the experience, making it appealing to fans of both escape room games and light horror.
- “Although the game has a 'horror' tag, it is lighthearted and humorous.”
- “The humor lands right where it should — between your nerves and your funny bone.”
- “At its core, Riddlewood Manor is a collection of gloriously weird escape rooms stitched together by humor and hauntings.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Riddlewood Manor is generally praised for its clever puzzles and engaging mechanics, reminiscent of other escape room games. However, some players find the forced death mechanic frustrating, as it disrupts the essential backtracking element of the game. Overall, the point-and-click style and non-linear exploration contribute to a captivating experience, despite some criticisms.
- “The gameplay is pretty good, the puzzles are overall pretty clever, and the art style is beautiful.”
- “Not your usual escape room; it has some interesting mechanics and twists that make the gameplay kind of non-linear, with puzzles and clues occasionally spanning multiple rooms.”
- “Finally, we have the mechanics, which were simple and easy to understand, as this game uses a point-and-click style similar to Rusty Lake.”
- “tl;dr: solid puzzle game ruined by a forced death mechanic to backtrack, in a game where backtracking is essential.”
- “The gameplay of Riddlewood Manor is more like Escape from Mistwood Mansion or Secrets of Blackwood Manor.”
- “So understand that my critique is purely on the gameplay, and not the art.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its professional quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, contributing to a creepy yet fun experience. Many players appreciate the soundtrack's excellence, noting that it complements the visuals and art style effectively, while some prefer to enjoy the music without vocals for a more immersive experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered sublime and integral to the game's mood and ambiance.
- “The soundtrack is sublime - it creates the perfect atmosphere for this kind of game.”
- “The atmosphere, visuals, and soundtrack all work together beautifully.”
- “As a result, I turned the vocals off and just listened to the music and sound effects.”
- “The soundtrack, sans voices, is quite professional and adds to the mood of creepy but fun.”
- “The music, art style, and voice acting really helped to sell the atmosphere, but the overall experience was lacking.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, characterized by excessive backtracking and cryptic puzzles that detract from the initial engaging experience.
- “What starts off as a strong escape room hidden object game turns out to be an incredibly tedious slog fest, with tons of backtracking and solutions given to you in the form of cryptic encodings that embrace their own vague moon logic.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game engaging, as it involves nurturing quirky characters like a derpy chicken and a melancholic dragon, while also addressing themes of loss and connection through interactions with ghostly houseguests. This blend of whimsical and heartfelt moments creates a unique emotional experience.
- “You'll feed a derpy chicken, comfort a melancholic dragon, and whip up breakfast for ghostly houseguests who just can't let go — in both emotional and corporeal senses.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is commendable, particularly in its voice acting, which effectively balances a creepy atmosphere with humor, enhancing the overall experience even during challenging moments.