Underplayed Gems

Heliophobia (2018)

Heliophobia cover
Developer
Glass Knuckle Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.1 of 5, 29 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

a disorienting first-person horror experience where you must avoid grotesque creatures while piecing together a fragmented nightmare of a narrative.

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What players say

Players describe Heliophobia as a psychological horror game that relies on atmosphere and anxiety rather than jump scares. It combines escape-room puzzles with stealth and chase sections, and its fragmented story is intentionally hard to follow, leaving some unsatisfied and others intrigued. The game takes about 3 to 5 hours to complete.

Screenshots

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