Underplayed Gems

Polterheist (2017)

Polterheist cover
Developer
BisquitPlay
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie, Simulation
Rating
1.8 of 5, 248 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

a tense stealth game where you must carefully explore and loot a house while avoiding supernatural threats

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What players say

Players describe Polterheist as an asset flip with no tutorial and confusing mechanics. The game is extremely difficult, with frequent instant deaths and a cough mechanic that requires a quick-time event to avoid the ghost. Reviews are nearly unanimous that the game is unplayable and a waste of money.

Screenshots

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