American Arcadia is a distinctive and highly original puzzle-platformer set in a dazzling 1970s-inspired retro-futuristic metropolis. Players follow Trevor Hills, a mild-mannered everyman who learns that his seemingly perfect world is a 24/7 broadcasted reality show where popularity is the difference between life and death. As Trevor attempts to escape the city's deadly ratings system, he's aided by Angela Solano, a stage technician working behind the scenes who manipulates the environment and hacks systems to clear his path to freedom.
With alternating gameplay styles, players control Trevor in stylish 2.5D platforming sequences and Angela in immersive first-person puzzle sections. The story is rich with humour, tension and twists, brought to life by excellent voice performances and a unique visual style. American Arcadia cleverly critiques media culture while delivering compelling and cleverly designed gameplay. It's a thrilling experience that balances light-hearted charm with high-stakes action, and stands as one of the most original indie games in recent years.
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