Next time... I'll work from home: A Short Office Horror Walking Sim

10/11/2026, 5:11:02 PM

Release date: 10/11/2026

Tags: #interactive-fiction #walking-simulator #3d #stylized #casual #atmospheric #cult #dark

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Steam rating: Steam positive 100% (1 review) Few reviews, for reference only
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¥ 630 (JPY)

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$4.80 (USD)

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Global Price: $4.80
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Key highlight

A short first-person walking-sim horror set in an office, blending mundane dread with occult rites, featuring low-poly VHS visuals and NPC text messages.

Who this is for

If you enjoy short, atmospheric horror with a unique office setting, this is worth a look. Check the Steam page for current details.

Details

Overview

*Next time...

I'll work from home* is a short, first-person psychological horror game that turns the mundane grind of office life into something deeply unsettling. Developed and published by Software and Unemployment, this indie title released on October 11, 2026, and is available on Steam with English and Russian language support.

It's a single-player experience that blends casual walking-sim mechanics with atmospheric dread, all wrapped in a low-poly, VHS-inspired aesthetic.

Highlights

Mundane Horror: The game explores the eerie side of office culture, where strange beliefs and forbidden rites creep into everyday routines.
Atmospheric Presentation: Low-poly graphics combined with a VHS film aesthetic create a nostalgic yet creepy visual style.
Interactive Narrative: You'll receive texts from NPCs and interact with the game world, making the story feel personal and immersive.

Who It's For

If you enjoy short, story-driven horror experiences that focus on atmosphere rather than jump scares, this one's for you. Fans of walking simulators and interactive fiction will appreciate the slow-burn tension and the unique blend of corporate drudgery with occult undertones.

It's also a great pick for players who like games that evoke unease without relying on graphic on-screen violence—though the content notes mention off-screen violence, blood, and corpses, so it's not for the faint of heart.

Game Info

Genre: Casual, Indie (with tags like Interactive Fiction, Walking Simulator, Atmospheric, Dark)
Developer/Publisher: Software and Unemployment
Release Date: October 11, 2026
Modes: Single-player, with Family Sharing support
Languages: English, Russian
Content Notes: Contains off-screen violence, blood, corpses, and themes that may cause fear, anxiety, or discomfort

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