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The Derailed

The Derailed is a first-person psychological horror game. Beneath the dusty arches of a nearly forgotten depot, shadows of the past tremble. Whether you want to or not, you will have to uncover the dark secrets of this place.

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September 11, 2025
325 days ago
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Very Positive130 reviews82.3%

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About the Game

The Derailed - a first-person psychological horror game in the "walking simulator" genre.

Average playtime: 80 minutes

Raindrops crash against the leaky roof, with a damp scent lingering in the air. Decades-worn walls, rattling window panes in the wind, and the hollow echo of footsteps — all around, the setting seems to repeatedly warn you that you don’t belong here. But there is no other choice; the only path is forward.

Game Features:

  • "Walking simulator" genre;

  • Interact with objects and solve puzzles to progress through the story;

  • Discover the secret hidden within an almost-forgotten depot;

  • Immerse yourself in a haunting environment with detailed locations;

  • Rich 3D sound that fully envelops you in the atmosphere;

  • Short playtime, allowing you to complete the game in one evening and maintain suspense until the very end.

email: deformeddreams@gmail.com