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旧手表 - Old Watch on Steam - User reviews, Price & Information

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This is an Visual Novel game. It's a story about time leap.

旧手表 - Old Watch is a indie, casual and visual novel game developed and published by 灰烬天国.
Released on December 20th 2017 is available in Simplified Chinese on Windows and MacOS.

It has received 661 reviews of which 561 were positive and 100 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. 😊

The game is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified 旧手表 - Old Watch into these genres:

Indie Casual Visual Novel Anime

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System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • OS *: windows Vista, 7, 8, 10
  • Processor: Inter Core I3
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GT6404
  • DirectX: Version 8.0
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
MacOS
  • OS: Mac OS X
  • Processor: Inter Core I3
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Storage: 2 GB available space

Steam Price & Best Deals

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User reviews & Ratings

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15 hours played
July 2026
Old Watch is a story-focused visual novel developed and published by 灰烬天国 that builds its entire experience around a mysterious artifact capable of altering the past. The adventure begins when the protagonist, TaiLin, discovers an old pocket watch with extraordinary powers after receiving an unexpected phone call. Like many people suddenly presented with the opportunity to rewrite history, his first instinct is to exploit the gift for financial gain by using future knowledge to win the lottery. However, what initially feels like a lighthearted tale about striking it rich soon evolves into a much deeper narrative about fate, personal responsibility, and the emotional consequences that accompany every decision made across different points in time. Instead of remaining a simple fantasy about changing one's fortune, the story gradually transforms into an introspective journey that asks whether the past should be altered at all. The game's greatest strength lies in how it treats time travel as a vehicle for emotional storytelling rather than spectacle. Every trip into the past uncovers new information, revealing hidden connections between characters and slowly exposing the truth behind the mysterious watch. The narrative unfolds at a measured pace, encouraging players to absorb conversations and pay attention to subtle details that later become meaningful. Rather than relying on dramatic twists every few minutes, Old Watch steadily builds tension through carefully layered storytelling, allowing curiosity to drive the experience. The gradual unraveling of its mysteries gives the game a satisfying rhythm, rewarding patience with increasingly impactful revelations. Character development is another highlight. TaiLin begins as someone motivated by understandable self-interest, but his encounters with the past gradually reshape his perspective. As additional personalities enter the story, each brings their own motivations, struggles, and emotional baggage, making the narrative feel richer with every chapter. Relationships evolve naturally, and many scenes emphasize human emotions over grand science fiction concepts. The game succeeds in making players care about the people affected by altered timelines instead of focusing solely on the mechanics of time manipulation. This grounded approach gives the emotional moments greater authenticity and makes the story's more dramatic developments feel earned. Presentation is appropriately understated, embracing the traditional strengths of the visual novel genre. Character illustrations feature expressive artwork that effectively conveys emotion during conversations, while the background art creates a comfortable setting for the unfolding mystery. The soundtrack complements the overall atmosphere with music that shifts between reflective, suspenseful, and heartfelt moments without becoming intrusive. Since the gameplay consists primarily of reading dialogue and making occasional narrative choices, the visual and audio design plays a significant role in maintaining immersion. Players looking for action-heavy gameplay or intricate mechanics may find the experience too passive, but those who appreciate narrative-driven adventures will likely enjoy the emphasis on storytelling above everything else. One limitation worth noting is the game's language support. Because the story is the central attraction, the lack of broader localization can prevent many players from fully experiencing its strengths. Those who understand the supported language will discover a carefully written narrative filled with mystery, emotional growth, and thought-provoking themes about destiny and regret. The branching structure and multiple story outcomes also provide additional incentive to revisit the game and explore different choices, making it more rewarding than a single playthrough might initially suggest. Old Watch delivers an engaging blend of mystery, emotion, and speculative fiction by placing its characters at the center of an intriguing time-travel premise. It avoids unnecessary complexity while still presenting meaningful questions about changing the past and living with the consequences of those decisions. Although its gameplay remains intentionally simple, the quality of the writing and the emotional progression give the experience lasting appeal for fans of visual novels. Players seeking a thoughtful narrative filled with mystery and heartfelt character moments will find plenty to appreciate, even if the game's limited accessibility prevents it from reaching a wider audience. Rating: 8/10
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Frequently Asked Questions

旧手表 - Old Watch is currently priced at 9.99€ on Steam.

No, 旧手表 - Old Watch is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.99€ on Steam.

Yes, 旧手表 - Old Watch received 561 positive votes out of a total of 661 achieving a rating of 7.99.
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旧手表 - Old Watch was developed and published by 灰烬天国.

Yes, 旧手表 - Old Watch is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Yes, 旧手表 - Old Watch is playable and fully supported on MacOS.

No, 旧手表 - Old Watch is not playable on Linux.

旧手表 - Old Watch is a single-player game.

Yes, there is a DLC available for 旧手表 - Old Watch. Explore additional content available for 旧手表 - Old Watch on Steam.

No, 旧手表 - Old Watch does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

No, 旧手表 - Old Watch does not support Steam Remote Play.

Yes, 旧手表 - Old Watch is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for 旧手表 - Old Watch.

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旧手表 - Old Watch
9.99€ Buy Now
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Developer
灰烬天国
Publisher
灰烬天国
Release 20 Dec 2017
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