Overview

It's 1998, and you're on the night shift at Puddleworth Rubber Co., Line 3.

Your job: quality control for rubber ducks. Every duck that rolls down the belt needs inspection, and every duck gets a verdict: SHIP or REJECT.

Most of them are just ducks. But the rulebook grows every night, and the float test doesn't always behave as it should.

This is the premise of Not a Duck, a simulation-horror hybrid from developer NOXRG that launched on Steam on November 7, 2026.

Highlights

  • Inspect every duck: Pick units up, turn them over, and squeeze them—a real duck squeaks. Float-test them in the tank to see if they stay upright, check the factory stamp under UV light, and weigh them on the bench scale.
  • Follow a growing rulebook: The inspection criteria expand each night, forcing you to adapt and question what you're really looking for.
  • Shred the defects: Defective ducks go to the shredder. Ship the rest. Try not to think about where the rejects go.

Who It's For

Not a Duck is for players who enjoy atmospheric psychological horror wrapped in mundane routines. If you liked the creeping dread of Papers, Please or the unsettling vibe of The Stanley Parable, this job simulator will scratch that itch.

It's also a great pick for fans of retro-styled horror and anyone who appreciates a slow-burn mystery set in a seemingly ordinary factory.

Game Info

  • Developer/Publisher: NOXRG
  • Genres: Simulation, Horror, Psychological Horror, Adventure, Job Simulator, Indie
  • Release Date: November 7, 2026
  • Modes: Single-player (with multiplayer support listed on Steam)
  • Languages: English
  • Features: Captions available, Family Sharing supported

Not a Duck is a paid title, and you can check the latest Steam listing for current pricing and any active discounts.