Overview

• The Drifter, developed by Melbourne studio Powerhoof, launched on PC on July 17 after eight years in development.
• Reviews have lauded its painterly pixel art and atmospheric lighting that evoke John Carpenter-style pulp sci-fi and noir influences.
• The game’s controller-friendly UI features a hotspot wheel and scene-contained inventory designed to streamline point-and-click puzzles.
• Adrian Vaughan’s gravelly voiceover performance and a moody synth soundtrack enhance the immersive supernatural thriller tone.
• Critics praise its art direction, UI design, and narrative momentum, while noting occasional pacing hiccups and tonal inconsistencies.