We Were Here Together for Windows

Quick summary of the game

We Were Here Together is a cooperative first-person escape-room adventure from Total Mayhem Games. Set in an Antarctic stronghold, the title splits two players apart inside a mysterious castle and forces them to collaborate over walkie-talkies to progress. It expands on the studio’s earlier entries with more content, higher production values, and some new mechanics.

Where the story unfolds

The action takes place inside a remote castle located on the Antarctic ice. You and a partner stumble into the structure and, shortly after entering, become separated down different routes. Communication is limited to the walkie-talkie, so relayed descriptions and precise directions are the only way to coordinate and move forward.

Core gameplay loop

Two players occupy separate areas of the same environment and must exchange information to solve interconnected puzzles. Familiar mechanics from the previous We Were Here games remain intact, but this installment adds an inventory system that lets players carry multiple items and place them where needed. Expect longer sessions than the earlier games — there are noticeably more puzzles to work through and each player follows an individual narrative thread.

Puzzle design: variety and balance

The game delivers a wide mix of brainteasers. Some challenges are delightfully clever; others feel overly simplistic or unnecessarily convoluted. This variation means that playtime can stretch longer than before, both because of the increased puzzle count and the occasional puzzle that requires more trial-and-error or back-and-forth explanation.

Story and atmosphere

While the atmosphere and production values are a step up — with improved visuals and sound — the overarching plot remains enigmatic. Each player’s perspective is used to tell parts of the tale, but the narrative can still feel fragmented or hard to fully piece together.

Pros and negatives

• Pros
• Inventory system allowing multiple items adds depth and new interaction types.
• More puzzles and expanded areas increase overall playtime compared with previous entries.

• Higher production values and stronger presentation improve immersion.

• Cons

• Puzzle quality is inconsistent: some are too simple, others unreasonably fiddly.
• The series’ storyline continues to be obscure and occasionally unsatisfying.
• A few minor issues and rough edges still crop up during play.

Final verdict: who should play it

If you enjoy two-player cooperative puzzle adventures, especially those that emphasize communication and teamwork, this is a worthwhile entry in the series. Returning players will find the learning curve manageable thanks to familiar mechanics, while the added scope and inventory interactions give veterans new things to tackle. Despite its uneven puzzles and a somewhat opaque story, it’s a solid expansion of an already appealing co-op formula.