Synthetic Captive (2025)

Developer: Seasonbean Team
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.1 of 5, 16 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 43 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense and atmospheric first-person survival horror where you sneak through hostile environments, relying on stealth and caution to survive.

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What players say

Players say it is a short horror game with simple puzzles and a creepy atmosphere, but some complain about odd enemy detection and a save mechanic that forces them to start already hunted. The low price earns goodwill, though a few find it too short for the cost.

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