Underplayed Gems

Banebush (2024)

Banebush cover
Developer
Hinterland Mood
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 2,231 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.9 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A tense and anxious walk through a vivid red-and-black memory lane where childhood tales turn into present nightmares.

shortatmospherictenseanxiousunsettlingvisual novelhorrorlinear story

What players say

Players praise its oppressive red-filtered visuals and Slavic folklore, but reviews split on the length: some say it wraps up in under two hours while others find the multiple endings rewarding. The story is straightforward, yet the narration, music and a standout cat character keep players engaged. Comparisons to Tiny Bunny are common, though many say it stands on its own.

Screenshots

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