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"Return to Shironagasu Island" is a mystery adventure game and visual novel where players step into the shoes of detective Sen Ikeda, who receives a mysterious invitation to an isolated island from a millionaire. Together with his assistant Neneko Izumozaki, they explore the island, solve numerous murders and mysteries, and uncover the sinister secrets and hidden truth of Shironagasu Island. The game features captivating characters and a thrilling story, with a focus on survival as players try to escape the ominous island.

Synergia is a yuri thriller visual novel that takes place in a cyberpunk future, wrapped up in a beautifully unique, vibrant neon aesthetic. At the end of the world, sometimes love is the ultimate crime.

"The Crown of Leaves" is a visually striking hybrid of non-kinetic visual novel and point-n-click adventure. Players follow the story of Roui, a resilient city dandy who returns to his rural homeland, Latori, after a failure. Struggling with local mystical beliefs and seeking a way back to his old life, Roui's fate becomes intertwined with a prosperous order, leading to mystical riddles, ghosts, and beasts. Handcrafted illustrations and original music enhance the immersive atmosphere in this intriguing debut game.

"Crystalline" is a single-player romance role-playing game with an intriguing story and good mechanics set in a fantasy world powered by magical crystals. The game features exceptional visuals, an excellent soundtrack, and plenty of humor, but it is also plagued by bugs. Players will journey through an expansive world, shaping their story and relationships with hundreds of decisions, as they uncover the mystery behind their arrival in this emotional adventure.

"Belladonna" is a single-player horror arcade game now available on itch.io, previously exclusive to Steam. As a corpse girl rising from the dead in a gothic, twisted setting, uncover the mysteries of your own death and reanimation. The story follows a doctor and his wife dealing with the tragedy of their child's death, leading to a dark obsession and Belladonna's descent into despair. Experience sensational graphics, masterful music, and a chilling atmosphere in this gothic adventure.

Ethereal Enigma is a first-person puzzle-adventure game set in a mysterious, alien world. Players must navigate through beautifully designed environments and solve mind-bending puzzles to uncover the secrets of this strange new world. With a soothing soundtrack and atmospheric visuals, Ethereal Enigma offers a unique and immersive gaming experience.

Project Kat is a short, unconventional RPG horror game in which there is always another way. Solve puzzles, make friends (or not), and guide Kat as she attempts to uncover the mystery behind a strange golden letter.

"Tales of the Neon Sea" is a cyberpunk-noir point-and-click adventure game set in a dystopian future. Players take on the role of a private investigator, solving cases involving advanced technology, artificial intelligence, and a divided society. The game features stunning hand-drawn 2D graphics and a thrilling, immersive storyline.

Lucid9 is a visual novel focused on a web of intricate mysteries set in the fictional 2018 metropolis of Isamu. Lucid9: Inciting Incident is the first part of the story, focused on a string of disappearances that occur at a prestigious, uppity boarding academy.

"Heartbound" is a non-traditional RPG following a boy and his dog, Lore and Baron, on their adventures. Combat is handled through unique mini-games, and player choices can change the story. The game features varying environments with unique pixel art, an inspired soundtrack, and optional cryptographic puzzles. It also explores the emotional impact of actions on relationships, with humor sprinkled throughout.