The New California

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In The New California you take on a mystery in a sleepy 1910 Brazilian town where someone has stolen skeletal remains from local graves. The game unfolds through point-and-click exploration dialogue choices and puzzle solving as you piece together the bizarre chain of events behind the crime. The tone balances dry humor with gothic undertones as you interact with eccentric townsfolk and sift through cryptic clues. The story hinges on uncovering secrets tied to the town’s history while navigating shifting loyalties among characters with their own motives. The game’s strongest elements are its offbeat narrative and atmospheric setting which blend regional folklore with absurdist twists. Though released in 2017 it maintains a cult following for its quirky dialogue and peculiar premise. Player ratings on Steam average 70% with praise for the writing and art style though some note pacing issues. The compact 5-hour runtime makes it a brisk but memorable indie adventure for fans of dialogue-driven mysteries.