indiegame.fan
Halt header art

Halt

Halt is a pixelated top-down horror where players explore a nightmare world while investigating mysterious disappearances. Limited visibility and intense atmosphere make every moment of the game thrilling.

Steam Page
Release
November 19, 2022
3 years and 257 days ago
Steam Reviews
Mixed75 reviews69.3%

Does this feel indie?

Vote based on whether this game feels indie to you. You can change your vote at any time. Results earn an IGF score after 10 accepted votes.
No votes yet
Vote on More Games
Game contextLatest: IGF Team
ContextThe evidence factors used to assess whether this game belongs on IndieGame.Fan.Status
Notes
Latest Contributor: IGF TeamEdit notes
Updated: Jul 14, 2026Developer scaleThe operating scale of the game's developer.
Updated: Jul 14, 2026Publisher scaleThe operating scale of the game's publisher.
Updated: Jul 14, 2026Publisher statusHow the game's publishing relationship is classified.
Search Google: How is Halt and Nightmare Ink Publishing funded?FundingThe known source of funding behind the game.
Updated: Jul 14, 2026Creative controlWho appears to retain creative control of the game.
Updated: Jul 14, 2026Release statusWhether and how the game has been released.

Media

6 items

About the Game

Halt is a captivating pixelated horror where you play as a detective investigating strange disappearances of people during their sleep. The game immerses you in a dark world filled with nightmares and monsters, where every action you take matters for survival. In conditions of limited visibility, you’ll have to fight horrors, solve puzzles, and make choices that affect the outcome of the game.

A unique feature of the game is the lighting system: your flashlight only illuminates areas where the cursor points, enhancing the atmosphere of unease. Throughout the game, you will need to not only fight monsters but also plan your actions carefully, conserving ammunition and finding shelter, as every resource is crucial.

The pixel graphics create a tense atmosphere, and the sound design further amplifies the fear. The game leaves a lasting impression, especially if played in a dark room with headphones. If you enjoy survival horror games with detective investigation elements, Halt is definitely worth your time.