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Games Like Broken Thorns: West Gate

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A symbolic story where you play as a stranger searching for peace in this wretched world. You will wander through the dying land, finding yourself in different situations where evil forces will try to stop you by using your fears, doubts, and weaknesses.

Reviews: 6 user reviews — 100% — of 6 reviews
Released: 2021-10-14
Developer: Stick Productions
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG
Platforms: Windows

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