The Calamity Trials (2026)

Developer: Deme Nowa
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Simulation, Free To Play, Early Access
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 17 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Trapped in a clinical simulation where psychological tension builds from the feeling of no escape, the game feels like a slow-burn ordeal that prioritizes atmosphere over action.

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What players say

Players find this a difficult but rewarding platformer where an entity called IT chases you. Many complain that after 10 deaths on a new level you are sent back to an old one, creating a repetitive cycle. Others point to inconsistent wallrun detection and a slow respawn timer. The movement is praised for being satisfying once mastered.

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