HOW WE KNOW WERE ALIVE

If you're into atmospheric mystery games that really pull you into their world, you've got to check out HOW WE KNOW WERE ALIVE. It's a free point and click adventure for Windows that tells a deeply emotional story one of those games that sticks with you long after you've finished playing.

The game is set in a small industrial town in Sweden called Härunga. You play as Sara, a writer who returns home after a decade away, only to find her childhood best friend has been murdered. What follows is a personal investigation where you reconnect with old faces, uncover hidden truths, and make choices that shape how the story unfolds.

Visually, the game is a treat beautiful pixel art gives it a nostalgic yet fresh feel, and the original soundtrack sets a melancholic tone that deepens as you progress. It’s not a long game (you can finish it in about an hour), but it’s the kind of experience you’ll want to replay just to see how different decisions change the outcome.

What makes HOW WE KNOW WERE ALIVE special is how it handles its themes. It doesn’t shy away from dark, heavy topics, but does so in a way that feels honest and moving. The writing is sharp, the mood is immersive, and the mystery will keep you hooked until the very end.

And did I mention it’s free? There’s also a Deluxe Version available if you want to throw some support the developers' way it comes with extra bonuses, but the base game is a complete experience on its own. If you enjoyed titles like The Librarian or Murder Mystery 3: A Life Of Crime, this should be right up your alley.

In short: HOW WE KNOW WERE ALIVE is a gem short, sweet, and packed with heart. Definitely worth the download.