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CloserLook VR: Oldways is a story-driven VR adventure set in modern-day West Africa. Trapped in a university building, explore secret locations, solve puzzles, and uncover a gripping narrative of exploitation, corruption, and betrayal.
CloserLook VR: Oldways
Steam
You play as Tessy, a final-year microbiology student who wakes up trapped in a locked university administrative building. In your desperate attempt to escape, you uncover a grand conspiracy and unravel the sinister intentions of a mysterious organization. Designed exclusively for virtual reality, CloserLook VR allows players to fully inhabit its immersive world, piece together its gripping narrative, and solve unique, story-driven puzzles.

From the moment you wake up in the quiet departmental library, every step forward reveals layers of mystery and intrigue. As you transition from the mundane to the mysterious, solving intricate puzzles becomes the key to unlocking the secrets of this place. Each action pulls you deeper into a beautifully rendered West African setting, rich with history and culture. Along the way, you’ll recover stolen artifacts, piece together untold stories, and face challenges that test your wit and perseverance, making every moment an unforgettable part of your journey to freedom.


Step into a meticulously crafted world set in modern West Africa with CloserLook VR: Oldways, an immersive story-driven adventure designed for VR. Built entirely from custom assets by a solo developer, this game offers an unparalleled level of detail and immersion in the VR medium.
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