Underplayed Gems

Layers of Fear (2016) (2016)

Layers of Fear (2016) cover
Developer
Bloober Team SA
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 27,570 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A tense, slow-paced walk through a surreal, decaying mansion where every creak and flicker deepens the sense of dread.

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What players say

Players call this a short walking simulator with heavy reliance on jump scares and a predictable story. Some appreciate the atmosphere and psychological horror, noting creative room transitions and painterly art style, while others find the scares cheap and the gameplay tedious, especially when replaying for multiple endings.

Screenshots

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