Tale of the Shadow World (2023)

- Developer
- Zentiva Lighthouse
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Adventure, Indie
- Rating
- 4.8 of 5, 68 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 37 minutes
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A slow, atmospheric first-person exploration through a dark forest, guided by a mysterious book and whispering flowers while carrying a tense, story-rich survival horror feel.
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What players say
Players describe this as a very short, atmospheric horror game based on MZLFF's song, with great music and art. Some report performance issues, and one review notes the lack of achievements and Chinese language support.
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