The Search

April 13, 2017 Jason Godbey Jason Godbey
Point-and-click Puzzle Adventure Indie
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Embark on a journey of discovery and inspiration in The Search - a story-driven puzzle-adventure set in a mysterious world where art comes to life!
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Release Date April 13, 2017
Developer Jason Godbey
Publisher Jason Godbey
Game Modes Single player
Perspective First person
Themes Mystery
The Search

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