Yesterday

About

Yesterday is a point-and-click adventure layered with role-playing elements that leans into mystery and strategy. Set in a shadowy New York City, it follows Henry White and his friend Cooper as they probe a string of disappearances linked to a strange scar appearing on strangers. Their search leads to John Yesterday, a man with no memory and a tangled role in the unfolding crisis. Players navigate dialogue choices, solve environmental puzzles, and manage resources as the story pivots between investigation and survival. The blend of narrative-driven exploration and character decisions shapes the outcome while figuring out a plot steeped in moral ambiguity. The game’s moody art style and deliberate pacing set it apart from typical adventure titles. Pendulo’s reputation for narrative depth shines through in its layered storytelling and eerie atmosphere, though the slow reveal may test patience. With a Metacritic score of 78 and a cult following among fans of atmospheric RPGs, Yesterday offers a stark, cerebral experience. Its iOS port extends playability on the go, though the complex systems feel more at home on PC. A divisive but ambitious entry in Pendulo’s catalog, it rewards careful play over speed.

Storyline

Who is John Yesterday? New York in 2011… Homeless people are disappearing one after another, their bodies found lifeless. Meanwhile, a Y-shaped scar appears on the hands of seemingly unrelated people. Henry White, a young and rich heir dedicated to a charitable organization, and his friend Cooper, are the first to investigate. They will soon cross paths with the enigmatic John Yesterday, whose memory seems to have been wiped clear, and who will find himself dragged into this incredible story!