Underplayed Gems

My monstrous roommate. (étude) (2023)

My monstrous roommate. (étude) cover
Developer
SpoocleMacBoogle
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, RPG
Rating
4.7 of 5, 63 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 27 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A quiet, dread-filled exploration of an apartment and its surroundings, where the mundane becomes sinister and the monstrous is always present.

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What players say

Players consistently interpret this as a short, slow-burn allegory for depression and anxiety. They praise its dreamlike VHS visuals and strong ending, though some note an abrupt finish and occasional awkward phrasing from the developer's non-native English.

Screenshots

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