Adventure · 2025
The Drifter
The Drifter is a point-and-click adventure in the classic style. Taking cues from the second wave of the genre, there's an emphasis on story, with puzzle-solving being the glue that ties it together rather than the focus. Mick's a pretty practical guy, and so puzzles are down-to-earth, designed to be unobtrusive and…
Key facts
- Released
- 17 July 2025
- Genre
- Adventure · Puzzle · Indie
- Length
- ≈ 9 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · Nintendo
- Studio
- Powerhoof
- Critics
- Metacritic 84
Where to buy
Why play it
- Released in 2025, still hot
- "Brainy" vibe
- ≈ 9h to see the end
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat The Drifter?
Expect about 9 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play The Drifter with friends?
No, The Drifter is a single-player experience.
What platforms is The Drifter on?
The Drifter is available on PC and Nintendo.
Is The Drifter a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 84.
What games are like The Drifter?
In the same spirit: Still There, Whispers of a Machine and Trüberbrook.



