Hello friends. This is a Let’s Play video of “Strange Antiquities”. Lead the members of Expedition 33 on their quest to destroy the Paintress so that she can never paint death again. Explore a world of wonders inspired by Belle Époque France and battle unique enemies in this turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics.
Strange Antiquities captures the rare magic of running an occult shop in a town where reality frays at the edges, delivering on the promise of its beloved predecessor Strange Horticulture while expanding every system that made the original resonate with players. As the apprentice thaumaturge of a candle-lit shop in the gloomy lakeside town of Undermere, you examine, identify, and catalogue arcane artefacts using illustrated tomes, careful observation, and logical deduction – then decide whether to help the townsfolk with their supernatural problems or curse them with something far worse. Rock Paper Shotgun called it one of the best puzzle games of 2025 alongside Blue Prince, while Kotaku noted it improves on Strange Horticulture in every possible way. The choices-matter system gives weight to every transaction since small-town residents remember your misdeeds, and hand-drawn maps guide exploration beyond the shop’s cozy interior when mysteries demand investigation. Jupiter the cat demands daily affection and honestly deserves it. Two brothers from the UK have spent over a decade crafting games together, and their Overwhelmingly Positive review scores across both titles prove they understand exactly what makes this peculiar blend of cozy atmosphere and Lovecraftian dread so compelling.
Developer: Bad Viking
Publisher: Iceberg Interactive
Genre: Adventure, Puzzle, Simulation, Point & Click, Mystery, Casual, Indie
Release Date: 17 Sep, 2025
Reviewed on: PC/Windows
Available on: PC/Windows, Nintendo Switch
Link: Steam
Review copy was bought.
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