If you're reading the reviews first and are considering purchasing the game, I **HIGHLY** recommend you don't watch the trailer or look at the images for this game in the store section. They can be considered spoilers to the last chapter in the game which is by far the most unexpected and shocking section. Beyond the Edge of Owlsgard is an indie point & click adventure game that was in development since 2017. I'm not someone to typically browses Kickstarter so I've never heard of it up until it's release on GOG when I noticed it in the "New" section under discover games. After completing the game in 5 hours and 11 minutes, I had an overall positive experience with it! The game does suffer at times (especially in chapters 3 and 4) from a few odd puzzle solutions and at times unfair item hunts. One example would be I needed to start a fire. I tried using regular rocks and other items to light a spark, but they wouldn't work. I carefully hunted all over the map trying to find something to start a fire but was unsuccessful. After watching a guide on YouTube, it turns out you need to find some flintstone to rub together. The only problem is that it isn't a loose item you can find on the ground or ask someone for, it's actually part of the scenery in one area in a specific spot that has no indication that it's there unless you happen to mouse over it. If you don't use a guide at certain sections like me, you'll probably need the recommended 6-8 hours to beat this game. The game does however offer a modern mode, which makes certain puzzles and timed sections much easier. Though if I'm being honest, the timed sections weren't that challenging. The last chapter of the game was my favorite part, and without spoiling anything I'll just say it reminded me of a well-known turn-based role-playing open world from the 90s. I love the idea of merging fantasy and sci-fi elements, something the Might and Magic series did well. I hope we can see a continuation of this story!
