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Deponia Collection

201982/100
Point-and-clickPuzzleAdventureIndie

Comedy · Sci-Fi

A raucous blend of slapstick and existential dread, Deponia's charm lies in its commitment to the absurd. Its inventory-based puzzles are deliberately obtuse, forcing you to experiment with every item in your possession to make progress. This commitment to illogical solutions, coupled with a distinct visual style and a cast of memorable oddballs, creates a unique point-and-click experience that's both frustrating and undeniably compelling.

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Nothing but junk - As far as the eye can see. Rufus's homeworld Deponia is a planet-sized junkyard. When the beautiful Elysian girl Goal falls into his arms – quite literally – Rufus's dream to leave Deponia seems to be within arm's reach as well. Accompany Rufus on his crazy adventure and the most bizarre love story in videogame history. Only after surviving wild chases, building insane gadgets, and with a dash of heroism you can overcome this journey.

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Rating
Critic & community
92
Match
Recommendation strength
89%

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2009 · Adventure

Like Deponia, this game throws you into a hilariously absurd world with memorable characters and a quest that's far grander than it first appears, all navigated through clever inventory puzzles and witty dialogue.

Why recommended

  • Features classic point-and-click adventure gameplay with intricate environmental and inventory puzzles that demand creative solutions and interaction with a cast of eccentric characters.
  • Criteria - Strong Story drives the adventure, following Guybrush Threepwood's ambition to become a pirate, filled with narrative twists, comedic dialogue, and memorable character arcs.
  • The game is steeped in comedic writing and absurd situations, providing a similar lighthearted and humorous tone to Deponia's chaotic sci-fi world.
2
Rating
Critic & community
90
Match
Recommendation strength
85%

Step into a film noir afterlife where every conversation is a puzzle and every character a caricature. It's a journey filled with dark humor, intricate plots, and the same kind of quirky charm found in Deponia's world.

Why recommended

  • Engages players with complex, multi-stage puzzles that often involve dialogue choices, item combinations, and understanding character motivations, a hallmark of classic adventure games.
  • Criteria - Strong Story unfolds a compelling narrative across four years in the Land of the Dead, featuring a rich plot, character development, and a unique blend of humor and poignant moments.
  • Showcases a distinctive art style and a world brimming with dark humor and memorable, larger-than-life characters, echoing Deponia's eccentric and visually unique setting.
3
Rating
Critic & community
86
Match
Recommendation strength
80%

Dive into a bizarre, Twin Peaks-esque mystery filled with self-aware humor, multiple playable characters, and intricate puzzles that will challenge your brain while keeping you laughing, much like the Deponia series.

Why recommended

  • Employs traditional point-and-click puzzle design, requiring players to combine items, interact with the environment, and deduce solutions from cryptic clues.
  • Criteria - Strong Story drives the experience, unraveling a complex and humorous mystery through the perspectives of five distinct characters, each with their own narrative threads.
  • The game's meta-humor, quirky characters, and satirical take on classic adventure game tropes provide a strong comedic element that fans of Deponia's humor will appreciate.
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Rating
Critic & community
83
Match
Recommendation strength
78%

This game offers a dual narrative that weaves together two distinct stories, each packed with charming characters, witty banter, and imaginative puzzles, reminiscent of Deponia's blend of humor and adventure.

Why recommended

  • Features classic point-and-click mechanics with a variety of inventory and environmental puzzles that require exploration and creative thinking to solve.
  • Criteria - Strong Story is central, following two protagonists in parallel narratives that eventually intertwine, offering character-driven plots and meaningful dialogue.
  • The game's whimsical art style, endearing characters, and humorous dialogue capture a similar tone of lighthearted adventure and comedy as seen in Deponia.

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