Underplayed Gems

Iwaihime (2020)

Iwaihime cover
Developer
DMM GAMES
Publisher
Shiravune
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Simulation
Rating
3.9 of 5, 902 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 15 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

a slow-burn visual novel that builds dread through oppressive atmosphere and unsettling mythology, driven by a tragic tale of curses and guilt.

darkatmosphericpsychological horrorstory richsupernaturalemotionallinearhand-drawn

What players say

Players warn this is a disturbing visual novel with heavy themes like suicide, gore, and trauma. The writing is compelling but the story includes uncomfortable ntr-like elements and a resolution that some find unsatisfying, with no happy endings. Audio and text effectively convey horror without needing graphic visuals.

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Screenshots

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