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Husk

Husk is a purebred FPP horror inspired by the most classical representatives of the genre. Discover Shivercliff - a daunting town where you uncover the ominous and tantalizing plot. Face the worst nightmares, solve mysteries and survive the devouring darkness in order to find your family.

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February 3, 2017
9 years and 182 days ago
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Mixed761 reviews46.0%

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About the Game

Husk is a down-to-earth survival-horror, about harm, pain and seeking forgiveness in Shivercliff, a town abandoned for unknown reasons.
A tribute to classical thrillers like Silent Hill or Twin Peaks.

It's 1995, you’re Matthew Palmer and you’ve just woken up after a train crash. There's nobody around you. Especially, there’s no trace of your wife and daughter.
The only sign indicating where you are says:
Welcome to Shivercliff.


Features:
  • Down-to-earth storyline touching problems of violence and alcohol addiction
  • Immersive narration
  • 90's climate with a lot of references
  • Inspired by titles like Silent Hill or Alan Wake
  • Different locations of Shivercliff town and its surroundings
  • Different types of monsters and boss fights
  • Classical survival horror
  • Dedicated soundtrack created by Arkadiusz Reikowski
  • 4-5 hours of gameplay
  • Powered by Unreal Engine 4