Underplayed Gems

Liminal City (2025)

Liminal City cover
Developer
LIGHTWORKER GAMES
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Rating
3.7 of 5, 99 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A slow exploration of empty, backroom-like spaces where every familiar structure feels subtly wrong and you can never shake the sense of being observed.

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What players say

Players praise the atmosphere and visuals but criticize the short length, repetitive level design, and confusing navigation. There is a clear divide: some call it a decent liminal walking sim with horror elements, while others find it boring, overly maze-like, and overpriced unless on sale. Several note the game relies on cheap scares and offers little player interaction.

Screenshots

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