Mr. Saitou

Mr. Saitou is an overworked, isolated office worker whose accident sends him to the hospital. There, he is drawn into a strange fantasy world and joins an unexpected companion on an adventure.

Explore small environments, talk with unusual characters, and complete straightforward objectives and light puzzles to move the story forward. The adventure has no combat.

The fantasy world twists office life into surreal situations, from trying to impress a boss to meeting a Sphinx of Basic Math. Building friendships is central to the story, which focuses on Mr. Saitou’s struggles with work and finding meaning.

Many supplied reviews praise the game’s heartfelt, bittersweet story, its relatable themes of overwork and loneliness, and its balance of humor with emotional moments. Players also often appreciate the music, art, and charming characters. Some reviewers found the short runtime left themes or characters underdeveloped, and several noted that the puzzles are easy; a few felt the adventure dragged or lacked substance.