The Aggie Awards – The Best Adventure Games of 2022 page 4
Best Writing – Drama: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow
The Excavation of Hob's Barrow has won the Aggie Award for Best Writing - Drama, and for good reason. The game boasts a gripping story expertly woven into the gameplay, keeping players engaged and invested in the outcome. The writing is top-notch, with rich and complex characters, sharp dialogue, and a captivating plot that will keep you guessing until the end. The game manages to capture the feeling of being on an archaeological expedition, with a strong sense of place and time that is truly immersive.
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Readers’ Choice: The Excavation of Hob's Barrow
The Excavation of Hob's Barrow has won the Readers' Choice Aggie Award for Best Writing - Drama, and it's not hard to see why. The game's story is a well-crafted and engrossing tale of dark secrets and hidden histories. The writing is superb, with a deft touch that draws you into the world of the game and keeps you there until the very end. It's a story that lingers in the mind long after you've finished playing, and it's clear that the developers have put a lot of thought and care into crafting every word.
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Next up: Best Character... the envelope, please!
