Underplayed Gems

House of the Vigil (2025)

House of the Vigil cover
Developer
Zapster
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure
Rating
4.7 of 5, 48 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 26 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A brief, retro-styled horror walk through a sinister house, blending exploration and classic point-and-click elements with a tense, unsettling atmosphere.

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What players say

Players call this a quick, isometric point-and-click horror game with a suburban setting reminiscent of The Sims 1. It lasts about 15 to 30 minutes, has well-timed jump scares, and some find the walking controls a bit janky, but most agree it's worth the low price for a debut.

Screenshots

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