Inua – A Story in Ice and Time is a narrative point-and-click adventure that links three separate timelines across the Canadian Arctic. You follow Taïna, a present-day journalist chasing the mystery of the Franklin expedition's lost ship, the Terror; Peter, a filmmaker working in the 1950s; and Simon, a 19th-century sailor. Their stories overlap, and your job is to work out how they connect. This updated release carries version 1.0.2.2 and ships as a direct GOG installer, so you can install it in one click and start playing.
Download Inua – A Story in Ice and Time (v1.0.2.2.) – 670.20 MB
Technical Specifications
| Version | 1.0.2.2 |
| File Size | 670.20 MB |
| OS | Windows |
| Category | Narrative Point-and-Click Adventure |
| License | Free |
| Developer | GOG Unlocked |
About Inua – A Story in Ice and Time
The game weaves three distinct timelines into one story set in the Canadian Arctic. Taïna, a modern-day journalist, is investigating the mystery of the Franklin expedition's lost ship, the Terror. Her path crosses with Peter, a filmmaker from the 1950s, and Simon, a sailor from the 19th century. As you move between these eras, you piece together what binds the three characters together.
Gameplay centers on solving puzzles, exploring detailed environments, and uncovering the lore of the land. That lore includes the legendary Nanurluk, a mythical polar bear woven into the region's storytelling. The visuals are carefully composed, and the soundtrack is atmospheric and haunting, which together give the game a strong sense of place. If you enjoy narrative-driven adventures and games that treat setting as a character, this one is built for you.
Key Features
- Three interlocking timelines — a modern journalist, a 1950s filmmaker, and a 19th-century sailor — that you switch between as the story unfolds.
- Point-and-click puzzle design built around exploration and environmental clues rather than twitch reflexes.
- Rich Arctic environments and a lore system that ties the land's myths, including the Nanurluk, to the plot.
- Hand-crafted visual style with an atmospheric, haunting soundtrack that reinforces the game's sense of place.
- Direct GOG installer format for version 1.0.2.2, so installation is a straightforward one-click process.
- Narrative-first pacing that rewards players who read, observe, and connect details across time periods.
Who It's For
Inua – A Story in Ice and Time suits players who prefer story over combat. If you like adventure games where the main activity is exploring, talking, and piecing together a mystery, the three-timeline structure gives you plenty to track. History-minded players will find the Franklin expedition backdrop and the Arctic setting engaging, while players who enjoy myth and folklore will get more out of the Nanurluk material. It is not an action game, and it does not try to be; the pace is deliberate, and the puzzles are the main challenge.
If you enjoy this kind of narrative-driven release, you may also want to look at Bonanit – A Menorcan Horror Story (v2025.11.26), which takes a similarly story-first approach in a very different setting.
What's New in Version 1.0.2.2
This update refreshes the release to build 1.0.2.2. The download package is 670.20 MB and is delivered as a direct GOG installer for Windows. No separate changelog was supplied with this release, so the version number and package size are the confirmed details; treat any other claims about specific fixes with caution until the developer publishes notes.
Pros & Cons
- Pros: Distinct three-timeline narrative that gives the story unusual depth; puzzle design that fits the point-and-click genre; strong Arctic atmosphere carried by art and sound; direct installer keeps setup simple; modest 670.20 MB download size.
- Cons: Slow, reading-heavy pacing won't suit players looking for action; the time-jumping structure asks you to keep track of three characters and eras; no published changelog for this build, so you can't preview what changed before downloading.
System Requirements
- Windows 7 SP1+
- SSE2 instruction set support
- 4 GB RAM
- DX10 (shader model 4.0)
- Version 10
- 1000 MB available space
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Installation Instructions
- Click the Download button below and you will be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 5 seconds and click on the blue 'download now' button. We recommend using a download manager for faster download speeds. (You can use FDM which is free here, or any other download manager).
- Once the game is finished downloading, right click the .zip file and click on "Extract to Inua - A Story in Ice and Time v1.0.2.2..zip" (To do this you will need 7-Zip, which you can get here, or you can use the built in windows extractor).
- Double click inside the Inua - A Story in Ice and Time v1.0.2.2. folder and run the setup application. Accept the EULA, and install the game. Then, launch the game through the desktop shortcut.
Version Freshness and Trust
This page tracks the 1.0.2.2 build of Inua – A Story in Ice and Time, and the file size listed here (670.20 MB) matches the package you receive from the download link. The installer is a direct GOG build, which means the setup runs locally on your Windows machine without a separate launcher. Publisher details for this package list GOG Unlocked as the developer entry. Before you run any installer, check that the file size matches, keep your antivirus active, and use the official store link below if you decide to support the creators.
If you like the game and want to purchase it, you can support the developers by doing so here.
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Final Thoughts
Inua – A Story in Ice and Time stands out for how it uses its setting: the Canadian Arctic isn't a backdrop but the engine of the mystery, and the three-timeline structure gives the point-and-click format real narrative weight. Version 1.0.2.2 arrives as a 670.20 MB Windows package with a direct GOG installer, so you can go from download to desktop shortcut without extra steps. If you want a story-driven adventure with puzzles, folklore, and atmosphere, grab the build below.
Download Inua – A Story in Ice and Time (v1.0.2.2.) – 670.20 MB
Frequently Asked Questions & Setup Guide
Q: My antivirus flagged one of the files as a threat. Is this game safe?
A: Yes, all files on our site are 100% verified clean. Antivirus software may occasionally flag steam_api.dll or crack files as false positives due to modified game binaries. Temporarily whitelist the game directory before extracting.
Q: I get a missing DLL error (e.g., VCRUNTIME140.dll, MSVCP140.dll, or D3DCOMPILER). How do I fix it?
A: Missing DLL errors indicate missing Windows system libraries. Ensure you have installed the latest Visual C++ All-In-One Redistributables and the latest DirectX runtime.
Q: Where are my game save files located?
A: Saves are usually stored in your %APPDATA%, %LOCALAPPDATA%, or Documents/Saved Games folder. Always run the game as Administrator so it has permission to save your progress properly.
Q: Can I play online or multiplayer with friends?
A: If this title includes co-op or online support, follow the specific multiplayer instructions included inside the game folder (usually requires having the Steam client running in the background).
