Phantasmagoria (2016)

Developer: Sierra
Publisher: Activision
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 533 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 7.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow, tense point-and-click descent into psychological horror, where the FMV visuals and eerie sound design amplify a constant feeling of dread and unease.

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What players say

Players call Phantasmagoria a landmark FMV horror game from Sierra that still holds up for its ambition and atmosphere, though they often note the acting is cheesy and the story takes a while to get going. There is a split: some find the plot predictable and the cast insufferable, while others praise it as a genuine cult classic with mature themes handled seriously.

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