Dagon: by H. P. Lovecraft (2021)

Developer: Bit Golem
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, Free To Play
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 12,287 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 38 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A short, atmospheric journey into madness with a focus on storytelling and mood over gameplay.

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What players say

Players describe this as an interactive audiobook rather than a traditional game, with minimal player agency. It faithfully adapts Lovecraft's short story with great narration and visuals, takes about 30 minutes, and includes trivia about the author. Some find the lack of gameplay boring, while others appreciate the free, faithful horror experience.

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