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Total Mayhem Games has released We Were Here Together, the latest installment in their puzzle series. Following a three-year hiatus, the developer has produced what is described as one of the franchise's best chapters, which is now available for purchase.
The game is strictly a cooperative experience requiring two players, as it lacks a single-player mode or local split-screen functionality. Each participant must play from their own console or computer, though the title supports crossplay across PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.
Gameplay revolves around communication as players are often separated into different rooms to solve complex puzzles involving symbols, colors, and mechanical tasks. While an in-game walkie-talkie is provided, the reviewer notes that using external tools like Discord can be more efficient for maintaining constant contact.
The reviewer highlights the game's high difficulty, noting that some puzzles are exceptionally demanding and lack available guides. While some tasks are intuitive, others require significant time and experimentation to solve. New mechanics, such as specialized pistols for creating platforms or grappling, are introduced to navigate the Norček Industries setting.
Although the narrative provides context for the explorers' journey, the reviewer considers it secondary to the puzzle-solving experience. The game is accessible to newcomers, as the stories are independent. Ultimately, the title earns a high assessment for its ingenious puzzles and rewarding cooperative gameplay.
