The Hanged Man (2018)

Born into a world already stained by the sins of its denizens, you are William Morton, a child haunted by the chilling prophecy: "You're a demon child. Someday, you'll be burning in hell for your sins." The fourth and final entry in Uri Games' Strange Man series, *The Hanged Man (2018)*, plunges players into a bleak, snow-covered town where a simple search for a missing friend, his beloved mouse Pop, transforms into a terrifying descent into a derelict building. As William navigates the unsettling corridors and chambers, players uncover disturbing secrets and confront the horrifying consequences of their actions, all while battling the creeping dread of their predestined fate. This game's inclusion in a "Best games by PLAYISM" list is almost assuredly merited by PLAYISM's well-known support for smaller, often experimental titles, and its focus on horror-adventure games. The 2D exploration combined with action elements creates a sense of tension that works perfectly for a horror experience. The series, known for its unsettling atmosphere and exploration of dark themes, aligns with PLAYISM’s catalog, and the Steam version further enhances the experience with achievements and localization, making it a compelling purchase for fans of unsettling narratives and hardcore expressions of violence with multiple endings.