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Penitence

Return home and uncover the mystery of your daughter's death, and the demon that plagues you, in this escape room style atmospheric puzzler.

Release
June 15, 2022
4 years and 94 days ago
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Mixed46 reviews67.4%
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About the Game

Return home and uncover the mystery of your daughter's death, and the demon that plagues you, in this escape room style atmospheric puzzler.

Key Features


  • Atmospheric Horror
A greater focus on atmosphere and building tension rather than cheap scares.
  • Discover the Mystery
Read notes and explore the house to uncover the dark history of our protagonist.
  • Engaging Puzzles
Simple yet satisfying environmental puzzles help to move the game along and engage the player without distracting from the horror.
  • Unique Mechanics
Interesting features such as a real time instant film camera, and usable VHS player contribute to making old ideas feel fresh.

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