Loop Theory (2024)

Developer: Snitches
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie
Rating: 3.3 of 5, 26 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 58 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A brief, atmospheric first-person walk through unsettling rooms, piecing together a dark family mystery with puzzles and subtle jump scares.

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What players say

Players praise the atmosphere and graphics, but split on scares and story. Many call it a short walking simulator completed in under an hour and note slow movement speed. Some enjoy the jump scares while others find the plot confusing and the gameplay boring.

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