Shadows of the Afterland

February 10, 2026 Aruma Studios
Point-and-click Adventure Indie
Linux PC Mac Switch
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Madrid, 1960. The old city zoo is rocked by a mysterious death, catapulting a soul to the threshold between the world of the living and the afterlife. But when the transition goes awry, the soul arrives with the memories of Carolina, one of the pioneers in Madrid's police force, who has yet to be born.

Step into Carolina’s shoes and plunge into a riveting adventure to unravel the enigma shrouding these ominous events. Explore the wacky realm of the afterlife, teeming with unique characters and with its own set of rules.
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Release Date February 10, 2026
Developer Aruma Studios
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Third person, Text
Themes Fantasy, Comedy, Mystery
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