Underplayed Gems

Penitence (2022)

Penitence cover
Developer
Violet Angel Interactive
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
3.3 of 5, 44 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 39 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A tense, story-driven escape room experience focused on atmosphere and environmental puzzles as you explore a dark house.

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What players say

Players say the game is a very short horror experience, around 15 to 20 minutes, with a great atmosphere and a surprising twist. However, most agree it feels unfinished, with performance issues, game-breaking bugs, an overabundance of keys, and a sense it is more of a demo than a full release.

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