PCGame

Epigraph

Single-player language puzzle about decoding inscriptions on seven artifacts

Matthew Brown · Released Feb 19, 2024

Indie

Reviews
Very Positive
87% of 348
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Playing now
5
right now
Steam Deck
Playable
Last update
Unknown
no patch notes found

What is Epigraph?

In this short puzzle game, you study inscriptions on seven artifacts, compare symbols and images with provided clues, and enter translations to uncover the Nari's secrets.

For you if...

  • +you enjoy difficult puzzles about deciphering unfamiliar writing
  • +you like testing theories against clues on different artifacts

Not for you if...

  • you want clear instructions and regular confirmation of progress

What players say

87% of 348 reviews are positive

Players praise the satisfaction of gradually piecing together translations. Some say later deductions feel too dependent on guesses, while others complain about hard-to-read cursive notes and limited zoom when examining artifacts.

Screenshots and trailer

Epigraph

Epigraph system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS
Windows 10
Processor
2.8 GHz
Graphics
Shader Model 3.0+
Memory
4 GB RAM
Storage
120 MB available space
DirectX
Version 9.0

Recommended

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Keyboard and mouse
Platforms
Windows
Achievements
2
Steam features
Cloud saves, Family Sharing

Steam Deck: Playable

  • Some text entry requires manually opening the on-screen keyboard
  • Some in-game text is small and may be hard to read
  • All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
  • Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

Multiplayer and co-op

Languages

Text only: English.

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