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Return of the Host

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SKYSTAR GAMES
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Windows
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About This Game

TLDR

You play Sokoban-style push-the-box puzzles with different mechanics. After each level, you will receive memory fragments, which are pieces of the final puzzle needed to unfold the truth. Completing each level grants you a total of 28 Steam achievements, with an additional one for finishing the game. Furthermore, there are a few other hidden achievements in the game.

The Game


The game has many different mechanics, and gives you, the player many options to solve the classic Sokabon-style puzzles. The storyline of the game is twisted and interesting, you will explore it while you will try to progress in the game.

The game is fairly short, with 28 puzzles.

Introduction

You awaken in a world different from what you know. An unknown creature introduces himself as Than, finds you, and asks if you have come to save him.

The Story


The game provides you with different mechanics essential for completing the levels. Your primary goal is to find a way out of this mysterious place and defeat the Watchers, aided by your enigmatic companion named Than. In the game's introduction, you'll have an opportunity to get to know Than better as he shares his story. Than is no ordinary creature, but his ability to illuminate the path is hindered when Watchers or their artifacts are present. Therefore, you need to defeat the Watchers so that Than can light the path, which will ultimately lead to freedom

The World


The world you're about to explore is built as a 9x9 grid. This consistent design and size help keep puzzles similar in complexity and make them easier to understand.

Tools That Will Help You Understand The Game Mechanics

Understanding the game's mechanics is essential to crafting a successful strategy and progressing through the intricate puzzle. Luckily, we've implemented intuitive tools to help make sense of the environment and its entities.


For a start, you have the ability to interact with various entities in the game world simply by hovering over them with your cursor. This interaction will yield information about the entity, explaining its purpose, behavior, and how it can be utilized or overcome. Whether it's a character or an object, the information provided will help you gain insights into the game's mechanics and dynamics.

Memory Fragments


Memory fragments are echoes of the past, remnants of the knowledge that the Watchers harbor. These fragments carry the weight of past deeds, the history of this mystifying realm, and perhaps even secrets yet to be unveiled.

Upon defeating the Watchers, they relinquish these memory fragments. Collecting these fragments provides you a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the history and mysteries of the world you're navigating, enriching your gaming experience with each piece of the puzzle you unravel.

To access this knowledge, simply hover your mouse over the obtained fragments. Each one unfolds a piece of the tale, presenting cryptic hints and helping you piece together the larger narrative.

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User Reviews

Overwhelmingly Positive
2 user reviews
100%
Positive
4 hrs at review
Recommended

Challenging levels, a nice story told through memory fragments and an option for Shakespearean Style Subtitles.

5 helpful
15 min at review
Recommended

Alright, I suck at Sokoban puzzles. I also don't like sokoban style puzzles. So, this was probably an odd choice for me to buy. But hey, I did. I didn't finish the game, and likely never will. However, for the price of $1 you get some great writing, puzzles that sokoban fans will like probably, a nice set of graphics and music. It's a good game. Period.

1 helpful

System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel Core i3
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: intel hd graphics 520
  • DirectX: Version 10
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Minimum 1920x1080 screen resolution

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel Core i5
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 960
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: Minimum 1920x1080 screen resolution

FAQ

How much does Return of the Host cost?

Return of the Host costs $0.59. Currently 80% off!

What are the system requirements for Return of the Host?

Minimum: Minimum: OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i3 Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: intel hd graphics 520 DirectX: Version 10 Storage: 2 GB available space Additional Notes: Minimum 1920x1080 screen resolution Recommended: Recommended: OS: Windows 10 Processor: Intel Core i5 Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 960 DirectX: Version 12 Storage: 2 GB available space Additional Notes: Minimum 1920x1080 screen resolution

What platforms is Return of the Host available on?

Return of the Host is available on Windows PC.

Is Return of the Host worth buying?

Return of the Host has 100% positive reviews from 2 players.

When was Return of the Host released?

Return of the Host was released on Aug 8, 2023.

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