Weekly Highlight

Choice can be overwhelming, but the Play Editors are here each week to help you discover some of the freshest titles on Play. Could our newest pick be your next favorite game? Read on to find out.

Moving house is often laborious, but in Unpacking it’s an unusual and ingenious way to connect with someone. Through the cathartic act of unpacking their belongings, discover the people behind the objects, decorating spaces as you see fit – fridge magnets and all. Chart their journey across several years and eight distinct locations, seeing how their big life changes manifest along the way.

Coupled with a zen soundtrack and charming pixel art, Unpacking is the ideal choice if you crave a peaceful and satisfying game to unwind with. There may be a couple head-scratching moments trying to figure out where an item can fit, but it’s all part of the experience – you’ll be calling yourself an expert organizer in no time.

Some items you unpack may seem inconsequential at first, but don’t be fooled; every knickknack serves as a clue to the object’s owner. It’s this process of learning about her hobbies, relationships, triumphs and hardships through her possessions alone that makes Unpacking such a delightfully unique experience.

You’ll also uncover other unexpected mechanisms along the way – sometimes there’s a narrative reason why you can’t place an object in a certain spot. Unveiling these reasons on your own is extremely satisfying, but if you’re ever stuck, a helpful journal entry is revealed after every level to fill in some of the blanks.

Unpacking’s story lasts a couple hours on average, but you can go back and revisit levels to add to your “sticker sheet” of achievements. There’s also a wide array of accessibility options so you can create the exact relaxing experience you’re looking for. Don’t care about placing items in the right spot? Toggle the “allow items anywhere” option, and you’re given full creative liberty.

Imbued with nostalgia and charm, Unpacking masterfully transforms the commonly tedious task of unpacking into an intimate and immersive storytelling experience. It’s an emotionally-charged reminder that our possessions tell a lengthy story – both the items we carry with us through the ages, and the ones that fade into the past.