Underplayed Gems

Childmare (2026)

Childmare cover
Developer
Altab
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure
Rating
4.6 of 5, 12 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 39 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

You play as a lone employee trapped in a darkened underground lab, navigating tense, claustrophobic corridors to survive after a critical incident.

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What players say

Players call it a short but well-crafted horror experience with strong atmosphere and effective jump scares. The monster's tight patrol patterns leave little room for error, and the final achievement for finishing without dying is notably hard.

Screenshots

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