"Moustache-Wearing Cleaner Tackles Crime Scenes in Serial Cleaner"

Step back into the gritty, yet whimsically dark world of the 1970s with Serial Cleaner, a puzzle-action game where you take on the role of Bob Leaner, a professional crime-scene cleaner. Tasked with the grim job of disposing bodies, mopping up blood stains, and erasing evidence of the mob's violent activities, all while dodging the ever-present threat of the police, this game combines gruesome tasks with a quirky aesthetic. If you remember the original release from 2019, reviewed by Harry Slater, you'll recall it was described as promising yet somewhat undercooked. Now, with Plug-In Digital stepping in as the new publisher, Serial Cleaner is making a comeback to mobile devices, offering a chance to revisit or discover this unique title.

Currently open for pre-registration and set to launch on February 11th, 2025, it's unclear what changes, if any, will be introduced in this re-release. Given the initial mixed reception, there's hope for enhancements and refinements, though expectations should be tempered given the time since its first release. The concept of Serial Cleaner remains highly intriguing, blending stealth and puzzle elements in a retro setting. However, the re-release seems focused mainly on bringing the game back to mobile platforms, which might not fully reignite the enthusiasm for those who've experienced it before. For those who missed out on playing it on Android or struggled with compatibility on newer iOS versions, this could be an exciting opportunity.

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