Paranormal Simulator (2022)

Developer: Quasar Jogos
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 3.2 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You explore eerie environments, interact with unpredictable cursed objects, and rely on a chatty assistant's guidance through a messaging app, creating a blend of investigative tension and darkly conversational atmosphere.

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What players say

The game has a fun story and dialogue that players enjoy, but it is very short (5 stages) and the controls frustrate many. Object movement and aiming feel awkward, the writing mechanic is slow, and dialogues cannot be skipped, which makes replaying tedious. Some players also report performance drops.

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