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The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available #1282752
09/28/22 08:55 AM
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The Excavation of Hob's Barrow is a folk horror narrative-driven adventure. Explore the isolated moors of rural Victorian England as you uncover the mysteries of Hob's Barrow. The answers lie in the soil...

Check out the teaser trailer here.

Check out the official website here.

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Antiquarian Thomasina Bateman is writing a book on the barrows of England, documenting the treasures she finds buried within. When an intriguing letter summons her to the small village of Bewlay, tucked away in the remote countryside, she sets off by train with her assistant a day behind.

Upon her arrival, however, the mysterious man who summoned her is nowhere to be found. Her assistant never arrives. A stubborn landowner refuses access to the barrow, and the locals are wary of this woman who is traveling alone and (gasp!) wears trousers.

The excavation of Hob’s Barrow is off to a rocky start. And then Thomasina starts having strange dreams…

A dark, complex and evolving storyline featuring interwoven elements from real English folklore.
Traditional point and click adventure game puzzles and interactions, with an easy modern interface.
A cast of intriguing characters, from suspicious villagers to sickly vicars to lordly landowners, all with their own unique stories and motives.
A distinct folk horror tone and grounding.
Evocative pixel-art graphics, featuring cut-scenes and engaging animations.
A suitably atmospheric original soundtrack from The Machine. The Demon. - one half of the duo behind the award-winning "Football Game" soundtrack.
Fiends in the furrows, the smell of damp soil, and a cat or two.


Happy Gaming!


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Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: BrownEyedTigre] #1282753
09/28/22 08:58 AM
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Thanks, Ana! Just saw it go up on GOG. Really looking forward to this one! wave

Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: Marian] #1282764
09/28/22 10:49 AM
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Thank you both !! Bought it just now dance dance dance


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Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: Mad] #1282770
09/28/22 11:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Mad
Thank you both !! Bought it just now dance dance dance


Me too, Mad! I just could not resist. yes

Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: Marian] #1282773
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Let's hope we will both enjoy it then, Marian lol


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Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: Mad] #1282779
09/28/22 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Mad
Let's hope we will both enjoy it then, Marian lol


Yes. Quite. grin

Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: BrownEyedTigre] #1282784
09/28/22 12:35 PM
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Thanks Ana!

Marian and Mad thumbsup Have fun!

Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: oldbroad] #1282837
09/29/22 09:02 AM
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Thanks, oldbroad grin


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Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: BrownEyedTigre] #1282947
09/30/22 12:44 PM
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Thanks Ana.


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Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: BrownEyedTigre] #1282958
09/30/22 03:10 PM
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I'm in...Demo was great! Thanks Ana!


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Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: BrownEyedTigre] #1283002
10/01/22 02:36 PM
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So far there are 205 "Reviews" on The Excavation of Hob's Barrow giving it a 95% "Very Positive" rating. You don't see that too often. This is an excellent game

Don't forget to check out that The Excavation of Hob's Barrow - Art Book. I would think they go hand in hand. Very nice!

Last edited by Orion; 10/04/22 03:21 PM.

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Re: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow Now Available [Re: BrownEyedTigre] #1283003
10/01/22 03:07 PM
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Thanks Orion! Personally, I am not one for the "extras" such as Art work, Making of Videos, Soundtracks, or in game commentary. I'm just interested in the game.

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