Overview
DEGENERATE STAR is a sci-fi horror visual novel that drops you onto the S.S.
Vandermeer, a small research vessel that has gone silent while drifting through deep space. You're sent by the VLSA to investigate, but it quickly becomes clear that this is not a routine mission.
The ship is warped, the crew is missing, and the choices you make will determine not only their fate but your own.
Highlights
- Branching Narrative: Four major routes lead to seven distinct endings, giving you real agency over the story's outcome.
- Original Soundtrack: 22 tracks inspired by classic survival horror scores and ambient albums, setting a tense, eerie atmosphere.
- Liminal Exploration: The Vandermeer is rendered in dozens of surreal, nightmarish backgrounds that invite you to explore its unsettling corridors.
Who It's For
If you enjoy psychological horror, interactive fiction, and stories where your decisions carry weight, DEGENERATE STAR is worth a look. The game's focus on atmosphere and narrative means it's best suited for players who prefer slow-burn tension over action-packed gameplay.
It also supports full controller use, so you can settle in and let the dread unfold.
Game Info
- Developer: Ozone Interactive
- Publisher: Haunted Publishing Syndicate
- Genre: Indie, Horror, Visual Novel
- Release Date: November 6, 2026
- Platform: PC (Steam)
- Features: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full Controller Support, Camera Comfort
- Content Note: The game includes potentially triggering themes such as death, gore, suicide, and unreality.
DEGENERATE STAR is a compact but dense horror experience that rewards multiple playthroughs. With its branching paths and haunting soundtrack, it's a title that will linger in your mind long after the credits roll.
