Fans of co-op puzzle games have a solid deal to consider right now: the We Were Here series bundle is currently discounted by 60%, bringing the price down to $15.14 until January 26. If you enjoy escape room-style challenges that rely on communication and teamwork, this collection is designed specifically for that kind of two-player experience.
Created by Total Mayhem Games, We Were Here is a first-person cooperative puzzle series built around one key idea: you and a friend are separated, and the only way forward is to talk your way through complex puzzles. Each player sees different information, so success depends on clear communication—often through in-game walkie-talkies—and the ability to piece clues together as a team. The games are generally on the shorter side, but many players praise them for packing in clever puzzle design that only really works when two people collaborate.
The series began with the original We Were Here, which places two friends inside the eerie Castle Rock, an old, mysterious location that becomes a recurring centerpiece throughout the franchise. What started as a student project tied to an Independent Games Festival entry grew into a full release that gained strong player approval and helped establish the series’ core identity: atmospheric settings, asymmetric puzzle-solving, and a constant need to coordinate with your partner.
In 2018, the follow-up We Were Here Too expanded on what made the first game popular. It earned even more positive reactions, with many players highlighting the improved execution, deeper puzzle mechanics, and how well the two-player format drives tension and satisfaction when you finally crack a solution together.
The third major entry, We Were Here Together, arrived in 2019. While it continued the cooperative puzzle approach, its reception was more mixed, largely due to technical hurdles. Players commonly pointed to performance concerns and connectivity issues, including trouble forming parties and staying connected, which hurt the experience for a game that depends so heavily on smooth co-op play.
In 2022, We Were Here Forever brought players back into the strange pull of Castle Rock once again. The story continues to tease the mystery behind the castle, with fans repeatedly trying to understand its secrets—only to find themselves drawn back into its cold corridors and unsettling familiarity. This installment reinforced the series’ identity as an ongoing co-op puzzle adventure rooted in an overarching mystery.
The most recent release, We Were Here Expeditions: The FriendShip (2023), is a standalone entry that swaps the castle setting for a new scenario at sea. The two friends tackle puzzles aboard a ship while isolated on the ocean. Long-time fans responded positively, again applauding the puzzle quality and cooperative mechanics. Some also noticed that it leans slightly away from the earlier feel, placing more emphasis on replayability and performance-based rewards, with medals like bronze, silver, and gold tied to puzzle runs. A frequent note from players, though, is that it’s shorter than earlier installments.
Across the lineup, the We Were Here games hold Steam ratings ranging from Positive to Very Positive. They can be bought individually, but the discounted bundle offers the best value for anyone looking to experience the series from its early Castle Rock mysteries through its newer standalone expedition—especially if you already have a co-op partner ready to talk through every clue.
