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Doll is Back

What if every toy had a soul? Play as Lily, a discarded doll, on a desperate journey to reunite with her owner. In this 3D side-scrolling horror, you must hide, run, and survive against giant, soulless toys driven by madness.

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April 9, 2026
114 days ago
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About the Game

What if every toy had a soul?

In this world, cherished toys awaken with a soul and gain the freedom to move. However, those that are discarded find their hearts broken, twisting them into monsters that attack anything in sight. Toys know the warmth of being loved, and the cold despair of being abandoned.

The Lonely Journey of Lily, the Abandoned Doll

Lily, the protagonist, embarks on a desperate run to reunite with her owner. Chasing her from behind are giant, soulless toys driven by madness. If they catch you, it's all over. Use your small body to survive this hopeless pursuit.

Outrun the Nightmare with Intuitive Controls

This game supports both controllers and keyboards.

Features

  • Immersive 3D Side-Scrolling: An eerie world rendered in Unreal Engine 5, with a focus on atmospheric lighting and depth.

  • Hide, Jump, Run: Carefully observe your surroundings and enemies to carve a path forward.

  • A Condensed Horror Experience: A tight narrative and high-tension gameplay packed into a runtime comparable to a feature film.