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About Bookey Manor
Bookey Manor is a minimalist indie game where you play a ghost collector in a decaying mansion. Developed by Kabevabon and released October 4, 2025, it’s built around a simple premise: click a haunted key to gather points while avoiding sudden attacks from spectral Residents. The manor’s layout shifts as you progress, creating a tense loop of resource gathering and survival. With no combat or dialogue, the game relies on reflexes and timing. It’s a short experience, designed for quick playthroughs, but its claustrophobic atmosphere and unpredictable enemy patterns make it memorable. Best for players who enjoy stress-inducing clickers with a spooky twist.
Gameplay
Each session in Bookey Manor revolves around clicking a glowing key to collect points while dodging bursts of ghostly activity. Rooms are small and maze-like, with narrow paths that force you into tight corners. Residents appear without warning, forcing you to flee or lose points. The tension comes from balancing speed and caution, collect too fast and you’ll attract attention; linger too long and you’ll run out of time. Later levels introduce faster enemies and limited safe zones. Controls are basic (mouse or WASD), but precision matters. The game’s rhythm is frantic, with each death resetting your progress slightly. Sessions rarely last more than 10 minutes, but the pressure to improve your score keeps you coming back.
What Players Think
PlayPile community ratings show Bookey Manor has a 72% completion rate, with an average playtime of 2.8 hours. Most players finish the game within a weekend, but 30% report replaying for high scores. The mood is split: 40% describe it as “nerve-wracking fun,” while 25% call it “frustratingly short.” Critics on review sites give it a 68/100 average, praising its original concept but criticizing repetitive mechanics. Achievement data reveals 12 total trophies, with 10 being “collect 1000 points in under 3 minutes.” The game’s Steam page shows a 78% “Recommend” rate, with top comments mentioning “the perfect 10-minute stress break.”
PlayPile's Take
Bookey Manor is best for casual players who enjoy high-stakes, low-effort clickers. At $14.99 (Steam price), it’s a low-risk purchase, especially if you tolerate its short runtime. The 12 achievements add replay value, but the core loop won’t satisfy those wanting deeper stories or mechanics. It’s a solid stress test for quick sessions, but don’t expect lasting engagement. If you’ve played games like Five Nights at Freddy’s or Cookie Clicker, this will feel familiar but with a haunted twist.
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