Underplayed Gems

Contraindication (2025)

Contraindication cover
Developer
Static Remains
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, RPG, Free To Play
Rating
4.9 of 5, 79 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 25 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A brief, atmospheric visual novel with puzzle elements that feels quietly tense and melancholic, driven by a dark story about sacrifice.

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What players say

Players praise the surreal art and unsettling atmosphere, but note the story is vague and the game is very short at around 30 minutes. Multiple reviewers point out it was made in 11 days for a game jam, and choices do not affect the outcome.

Screenshots

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