Magically teleported to a wondrous fantasy world, you see a giant sword floating above a distant forest. What’s it all mean? Afterplace has no map to consult or list of quests to check off. In this fascinating retro-style adventure, there’s only one way to find answers: start exploring!

What we love: The sense of discovery. A hidden forest path might lead to ruins guarded by fearsome golems and a sneaky magician. A massive, multilevel library holds row after row of readable books – and otherworldly evil. Unravelling the mysteries of this secretive domain – while meeting its charming inhabitants and fighting oddball enemies – is a non-stop treat.

Quick tip: Feeling stuck? Revisit previous areas and look for telltale signs of secret passages, like jagged holes in the tree canopy that signal a hidden path. To return to your home base, drink some sleepytime tea – or just lose a battle!

Meet the creator: Based in Austin, Texas, Evan Kice is an indie developer who’s been making games since he was 11. A long-time fan of adventure games full of secrets and exploration, he was excited to finally build one of his own with Afterplace – for which he was the sole designer, programmer and artist.