

It's not flawless of course, the UI has a fair number of bugs and glitches involving windows getting stuck on top of each other and one puzzle getting me stuck for more than an hour could have used an extra hint (I didn't realise "Y O U R desktop" meant the actual desktop of your Windows 10 PC and not the virtual desktop in the game's executable). The occasional dips into horror whenever John entered the narrative were a welcome change of pace and featured some creative scares that further emphasised the bitterness of the situation. I ended up making a serious effort to continue their fanfiction despite the fact I could have just written the word "butts" 481 times and cheesed the game's lack of insight. Each of the characters are distinct and likeable, with Alex Cole themselves being a particular standout in terms of charm and believability. It handles dark and sensitive themes with an unusual level of care. Expertly written, Secret Little Haven is nothing short of a time capsule.

I cannot sing enough praises for this game.
