Hob: The Definitive Edition

April 4, 2019 Panic Button Games, Runic Games Beijing Perfect World
Platform Puzzle Adventure Indie
Switch
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Hob: The Definitive Edition is an artfully crafted single-player adventure which sends gamers on a mysterious, breathtaking journey through the ruins of a lost civilization, where they will encounter strange creatures and unlock satisfying puzzles hidden throughout the world. The team at Panic Button has developed a version of the game for Nintendo Switch that provides adventurers with brand new ways to unravel the mysteries of Hob. This includes added camera controls, improvements to the game’s UI, a variety of quality-of-life improvements and new features only possible on the Nintendo Switch system, including HD rumble and touch screen functionality.
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Release Date April 4, 2019
Developer Panic Button Games, Runic Games
Publisher Beijing Perfect World
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Bird view / Isometric
Themes Action, Fantasy, Open world
Hob: The Definitive Edition

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