Night of the Shrub Part 1 (2018)

"Night of the Shrub Part 1 (2018)" is a short, visual novel bursting with Halloween charm. In the quaint, unassuming town of Clabberton, a young adventurer named Shrub, fueled by autumnal curiosity, decides to embark on a night of eerie exploration. He rallies his three closest friends and drags them along to a supposedly abandoned (and possibly haunted) house. What starts as a childish quest for spooky thrills quickly spirals into something far more bizarre, as the group encounters a series of increasingly outlandish creatures and situations, including robots, vampires, and other strange entities, all before even scratching the surface of the house's true, unsettling secrets. "Night of the Shrub Part 1" earns its place among Grove Street Games' best releases due to its engaging narrative and quirky presentation. While the company is best known for their work porting and remastering classic titles, "Night of the Shrub" showcases their ability to curate and publish unique, independent games with distinct artistic styles. The game's blend of humorous writing, intriguing mysteries, and memorable characters exemplifies Grove Street Games' commitment to offering diverse and entertaining gaming experiences beyond their usual fare, marking a commendable foray into the indie game scene.