[Chilla's Art] The Ghost Train | 幽霊列車 (2020)

[Chilla's Art] The Ghost Train | 幽霊列車 cover

Developer: Chilla's Art
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 657 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A short, atmospheric horror experience that uses a VHS aesthetic and realistic visuals to create a tense and immersive journey on a ghost train.

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What players say

Players describe this as a slow-burn horror game that leans heavily on atmosphere rather than scares. Opinions split on the story: some find the true ending emotionally resonant, others say it is too vague. Several note the gameplay feels more like a chore compared to other Chilla's Art titles.

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