Aventura · 2018
The Outpost Nine: Episode 1
Is a gripping visual novel and point-and-click hybrid set on the isolated mining outpost *Cobalt Paradise*, orbiting a remote moon. The story follows a small skeleton crew preparing for the arrival of more workers when they intercept a desperate distress signal from a nearby freighter. Inside, they discover two pilots—one severely injured and barely alive, the other missing entirely. Bringing the injured pilot aboard introduces a terrifying twist: the man is infected by a mysterious parasite that endangers everyone on the base. jugabilidad alternates between narrative-driven visual novel sequences and top-down exploration with point-and-click mechanics. Players make choices through menus, similar to *Snatcher* or *Policenauts*, guiding the protagonist through the outpost while solving puzzles and managing tension. Avoiding detection by the infected pilot becomes crucial, requiring careful listening to motion scanner alerts and finding safe hiding spots. With its tense atmosphere, branching storylines, and unique jugabilidad blend, *The Outpost Nine: Episode 1*.