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REWIND

《REWIND》 is a hardcore text-based detective puzzle game containing nearly a hundred clues. Players need to carefully examine and deduce the clues to find the answer to the case.

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June 29, 2026
34 days ago
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About the Game

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 carefully examine and analyze these clues to find the answer.

Game Features:
Gameplay: Click-to-solve puzzles; easy to pick up, but very difficult.
Puzzle Design: An open world within a sandbox setting; minimal guidance, requiring players to actively explore.
Suitable for: Deduction enthusiasts who enjoy reading and analyzing text.
Game Duration: Approximately 90 minutes to complete without a walkthrough.


Serious Reminder!!!
During the testing phase, some players did not complete the game successfully, indicating its high difficulty and suitability for all players.
However, some testers who completed the game have given positive feedback, so players may need to make their own decisions.
If you encounter a stuck level, you can find walkthroughs on our bilibili channel; they will be released in advance.
The game folder includes a full game walkthrough to help players avoid getting stuck.