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A look at the design philosophy behind a modern point-and-click adventure inspired by the Sierra games that made exploration feel rewarding.

SlushBucket Publishing•August 30, 2026•2 min read

Dev Journal · August 30, 2026 · 2 min read

A look at the design philosophy behind a modern point-and-click adventure.

Publishing · August 30, 2026 · 1 min read

Shark Protocol is out now in ebook and paperback, with current retailer information and a look at the thriller behind the release.

Design Notes · August 28, 2026 · 1 min read

Puzzles, optional discoveries, humor, and meaningful interaction still have a place in modern adventure games.