System Malfunction (2024)

Developer: DCG Entertainment,Inc.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 3.1 of 5, 36 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A slow-burn, atmospheric horror game where you explore an ominous building as a security guard, piecing together a mystery through environmental storytelling and unsettling events.

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What players say

Players say the game is very dark, relying on atmosphere and buildup rather than jump scares. Movement is slow and some find the flashlight disorienting. Multiple endings exist but several reviewers report they are frustrating to unlock or buggy. The horror is light enough for beginners.

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