Bendy and the Ink Machine (2017)

In "Bendy and the Ink Machine (2017)", you play as Henry as he descends into the haunting, decaying depths of Joey Drew Studios, a once-vibrant animation workshop now consumed by a terrifying secret. This deeply atmospheric experience will keep you on the edge of your seat, as you navigate a labyrinth of ink-soaked corridors and encounter twisted versions of the cartoon characters you once helped bring to life. The game is filled with unsettling imagery and unexpected scares, forcing you to confront the horrifying consequences of hubris and unchecked ambition. Trapped within a world where animation has become reality, you must solve puzzles, evade relentless foes, and unravel the dark history of the studio, all while questioning who you can trust and what lurks just beyond the next scribbled door. "Bendy and the Ink Machine" rightfully belongs on a list of "Best games by Joey Drew Studios" because it *is* the game. The very premise of the game revolves around the fictional Joey Drew Studios and the lore that surrounds it. The game itself is the ultimate expression of the fictional studio's dark legacy. The name of the fictional company is the title of the list, and the very point of the game is to explore the history of the studio and its creations. The game perfectly embodies the studio's nightmarish aesthetic and the unsettling characters it birthed. It is a direct exploration of the studio's twisted creation process and the horrifying consequences that ensued, making it the definitive game representing the fictional company.