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Inmost

2019Hidden Layer GamesAndroid, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Nintendo Switch

"Inmost is an atmospheric, story-driven puzzle platformer, following three playable characters within one dark, interconnecting story. In an old abandoned castle, you’ll need to explore every nook and cranny, avoid detection, slice your way through enemies and spring deadly traps in order to escape the evil that lurks within…"

What it feels like

Slow-building anticipatory fear and tension as players explore the evil-infested castle. Enigmatic secrets and half-glimpsed answers drive exploration and atmosphere. Story-driven design invites reflection on the dark narrative across three perspectives.

Dread65%
Mysterious60%
Contemplative55%
Melancholic50%

What it's about

Psychological horror and dark atmosphere are central, with psychological tags and horror themes prominent. Unraveling the dark, interconnected story within the castle structure.

Psychological Horror70%
Mystery60%

How it plays

Puzzle-solving woven into exploration of the castle world itself. Platforming is a core challenge, navigating the castle environment and avoiding traps. Avoiding detection of evil presences within the castle is a stated core mechanic.

Environmental Puzzles75%
Platforming75%
Stealth65%
Detection & Awareness55%
Melee Combat55%

How it looks and sounds

Pixel graphics are noted by Steam users, defining the visual style. An abandoned castle setting evokes gothic atmosphere and architectural grandeur.

Pixel Art75%
Gothic60%

How it's structured

A bounded, authored story arc with defined beginning, middle, and end across three playable characters within one interconnected narrative. Explicitly single-player experience with no multiplayer component. An authored abandoned castle world deliberately designed for exploration and discovery.

Campaign90%
Single-Player85%
Handcrafted World70%
Nonlinear Progression50%
Mad Father62% match

Shares Pixel Art, Psychological Horror, Handcrafted World, Environmental Puzzles.

Both lean into Single-Player, Pixel Art, Psychological Horror, Handcrafted World.

Single-Player95%Pixel Art85%Psychological Horror85%Handcrafted World80%

Shares Platforming, Environmental Puzzles, Dread, Handcrafted World.

Both lean into Single-Player, Platforming, Campaign, Environmental Puzzles.

Single-Player85%Platforming90%Campaign75%Environmental Puzzles80%

Shares Pixel Art, Platforming, Melee Combat, Handcrafted World.

Both lean into Pixel Art, Single-Player, Platforming, Melee Combat.

Pixel Art95%Single-Player80%Platforming75%Melee Combat80%

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