Tsugunohi (2021)

Prepare to confront psychological dread in Tsugunohi (2021), a collection of nine chilling J-horror stories brought to Steam after terrifying players for years. The core mechanic is simple yet unsettling: guide your character leftward through seemingly ordinary environments as they warp into nightmarish scenarios. This collection features seven acclaimed episodes from the original Tsugunohi series, plus two brand-new, Steam-exclusive installments. Experience the slow unraveling of everyday life into pure terror, relying only on your finger to navigate the increasing horror. Vaka Game Magazine's Tsugunohi (2021) earns its place among their best for its unique approach to horror, skillfully building suspense and dread through minimalist gameplay and unsettling sound design. Its anthology structure allows for diverse narratives and scares, each episode offering a fresh perspective on the creeping dread that consumes its characters. From ghostly trains to haunted toy houses, and even playing as a cat, Tsugunohi consistently delivers a terrifying and unforgettable experience that showcases Vaka Game Magazine's talent for crafting innovative horror.