Overview
Pestilence, developed and published by Kooky Studios, is a first-person psychological horror game that plunges you into a father's relentless quest for the truth. Set on March 14, 2001, your daughter called from a payphone on Route 9—and never came home.
Two years later, you've captured the man you believe took her. He's locked in a cell you built, and tonight, you intend to get his confession.
Highlights
- First-Person Psychological Horror: Experience the dread from the father's perspective, an ex-military man pushed to his limits.
- Investigation-Driven Gameplay: Search through files, notes, and recorded tapes on your computer to piece together the evidence you've gathered over two years.
- Atmospheric Tension: The bunker's power is out; start with a candle, find a torch, refuel the generator, and restore power to uncover the truth.
- Interactive Environment: Fit valve wheels, turn them, and pin photos to a map as you reconstruct the investigation.
Who It's For
If you enjoy story-rich horror games that focus on atmosphere and investigation rather than jump scares, Pestilence will likely resonate. The game's emphasis on psychological dread, crime, and mystery makes it a compelling choice for fans of narrative-driven thrillers.
With full audio support in English and text in multiple languages, it's accessible to a broad audience.
Game Info
- Genre: Adventure, Indie
- Developer/Publisher: Kooky Studios
- Release Date: October 15, 2026
- Features: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Custom Volume Controls, Stereo Sound
- Content Notes: Depictions of Murder, Kidnapping
- Languages: English (full audio), French, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese
