[REC] Paroxysm (2024)

Developer: Perspektik
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Indie
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 335 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

You feel a creeping dread as you explore eerie locations, acutely aware of an unseen presence watching your every move while you document the supernatural for your audience.

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What players say

Players say the game is a short but genuinely frightening horror experience relying on tension and atmosphere rather than jump scares. Some praise the sound design, while others criticize the poor optimization and rough graphics.

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