Mysteries of Old Tokyo

One of the most compelling games that has come out recently. I played this usually in 1 to 2 hour sessions over the course of a few weeks in the evenings and it so fun just to dip into this world. It's cool to get some familiarity with the train lines and some of the more interesting locations in Tokyo. It strikes the perfect balance of the funny, absurd, sombre, introspective and of course sometimes simply interesting way history is with how it presents itself and the stories it tells. The puzzling isn't too difficult and most of it just demands a little bit of literacy and being somewhat engaged but it still felt like an accomplishment to figure out some of the entries. Also read the manual, it's a real hoot!

This is a great game for anyone interested in Japanese history and wants to learn through active puzzle solving and engaging stories. It is filled to the brim with facts and interesting trivia which you can discover while you roam the Tokyo railway system. It does a great job of making learning history fun and the attention to detail was very impressive. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested in Japanese history, and Tokyo in particular.

This game is made with utmost love and passion for the city it depicts. Its joy is infectious, and the puzzles are generally pretty good too