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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : Dual Core 2 GHz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX 9 compatible with at least 500MB of memory DirectX : Version 9.0a Espace disque : 200 MB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX 9 compatible sound card or integrated sound chip

Pocket Watch

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Released January 9, 2021
sample: 136 reviews posted after launch (78 AI-classified)
91/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 95 % · 136 reviews (« Very Positive »)
2,99€ 1,49€ -50%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Adventurers are sinking squarely into the 2-to-10-hour sweet spot, where 106 players report a stellar 99 percent positive experience. Backed by 136 total reviews and a 95 percent post-release approval rate, this charming indie journey proves that compact adventures leave lasting marks.

What it's about: A time-traveling adventure game on a tropical island. 🌴⛱️ Talk to animals, solve puzzles, and save the island from destruction . . .

In-game

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« Jeu pas si court que ça, très sympathique pour un moment de détente et de challenge avec les habitant de la l'île ! :) Si vous hésitez a le prendre, prenez le en solde ;) »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2022 · 4 h played
« très bon jeux d'amont en aval. mignon et qui repose l'esprit, ça donne de l'espoir c'est beau »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2022 · 16 h played
« Petit jeu court mais extrêmement sympa »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2022 · 3 h played
« fun game, the sound design is SOOO SATISFYING »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2021 · 11 h played
« My favorite sokpop game so far, cute time-loop adventure »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2022 · 5 h played
« Great time-travel / deathloop puzzle game. Altough it does have some finnicky parkour-esque puzzles, which due to the 2D visuals can be pretty difficult since you have no real perspective of depth. 9/10 definetely worth the price. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 6 h played
« Looks absolutely adorable. Sadly, I couldn't get far because of nausea caused by the choppy animation and camera movement. Would've also appreciated WASD based movement as an option. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2023 · 0 h played
« 4/10 its got this broken high tide low tide system that makes getting around janky and sometimes you can bypass it by mashing jump really fast »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2022 · 0 h played
« https://youtu.be/fv5g3SCgK7o Delivering on the SokPop style there are interesting ideas here with how time works but the structure and polish is just a smidge below it needs to be for a full recommendation. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2023 · 0 h played
« Please get this game it is so good omfg speedrun=fun game=good. Edit: This game was good for speedrunning, but after a recent patch it's not fun anymore. Come on sok pop devs why did you ruin it? »
👎 anonymous review · May 2021 · 8 h played
« Really nice game, with a similar mechanic as majora's mask but with a cute duck »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2021 · 7 h played

In players' words

« Jeu pas si court que ça, très sympathique pour un moment de détente et de challenge avec les habitant de la l'île ! :) Si vous hésitez a le prendre, prenez le en solde ;) »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2022 · 4 h played
« Looks absolutely adorable. Sadly, I couldn't get far because of nausea caused by the choppy animation and camera movement. Would've also appreciated WASD based movement as an option. »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2023 · 0 h played
« très bon jeux d'amont en aval. mignon et qui repose l'esprit, ça donne de l'espoir c'est beau »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2022 · 16 h played
« 4/10 its got this broken high tide low tide system that makes getting around janky and sometimes you can bypass it by mashing jump really fast »
👎 anonymous review · Dec 2022 · 0 h played
« Petit jeu court mais extrêmement sympa »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2022 · 3 h played
« https://youtu.be/fv5g3SCgK7o Delivering on the SokPop style there are interesting ideas here with how time works but the structure and polish is just a smidge below it needs to be for a full recommendation. »
👎 anonymous review · May 2023 · 0 h played
« fun game, the sound design is SOOO SATISFYING »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2021 · 11 h played
« Please get this game it is so good omfg speedrun=fun game=good. Edit: This game was good for speedrunning, but after a recent patch it's not fun anymore. Come on sok pop devs why did you ruin it? »
👎 anonymous review · May 2021 · 8 h played
« My favorite sokpop game so far, cute time-loop adventure »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2022 · 5 h played
« Really nice game, with a similar mechanic as majora's mask but with a cute duck »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2021 · 7 h played
« Great time-travel / deathloop puzzle game. Altough it does have some finnicky parkour-esque puzzles, which due to the 2D visuals can be pretty difficult since you have no real perspective of depth. 9/10 definetely worth the price. »
👍 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 6 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
70 % pos · n=64
Graphics / art
71 % pos · n=21
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=19
Story / writing
94 % pos · n=16
Value for money
100 % pos · n=14
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=7
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=6
Performance
0 % pos · n=2
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay6445127
Graphics / art211524
Content / longevity191900
Story / writing161501
Value for money141400
Audio / music7700
Stability / bugs6006
Performance2002
Interface / UX2002

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.2 h on median; those who dislike it: 24 min.

🪤 86 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
62 % (n=16)
2-10h
99 % (n=106)
10-25h
100 % (n=13)
>25h
100 % (n=1)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

4,4 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 12 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 19,1 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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Strengths

  • Content depth shines with 19 positive mentions out of 19 dedicated to what is offered.
  • The narrative pulls players in effectively, gathering 15 positive mentions out of 16 for its story.
  • Pricing satisfies the community completely, highlighted by 14 positive mentions out of 14.
  • Soundscapes hit all the right notes, earning 7 positive mentions out of 7 for audio.
  • Visuals charm most of the audience, registering 15 positive mentions out of 21.

Weaknesses

  • Technical stability stumbles, marked by 6 negative mentions out of 6 concerning bugs.
  • Control layouts frustrate some users, resulting in 2 negative mentions out of 2 for the user interface.

Who is it for?

Players seeking a short, puzzle-filled indie adventure with delightful visual charm will find this journey worth taking.

Is Pocket Watch worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 95% of 136 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: Content depth shines. Current price: 1,49€ (50% off).

Verdict

Despite minor hiccups with bugs and menus, Pocket Watch delivers a remarkably polished experience for those tackling its core length. With 95 percent of post-release reviews glowing, it stands as a worthwhile detour for puzzle enthusiasts.

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Pocket Watch: 91/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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