Overview

Ritual Static is a surreal, first-person photography horror experience developed and published by Hayes Geldmacher. Set in a childhood home on the eve of a significant move, players step into the shoes of a young man navigating a house that shifts and changes, particularly between the "dreaming day" and "waking night." The core gameplay revolves around using a digital camera to interact with this unsettling environment.

Highlights

  • Explore an ever-changing, haunted house using a digital camera.
  • Search for family keepsakes amidst surreal and disturbing arrangements.
  • Experience a unique blend of psychological horror and narrative simulation.

Who It's For

This game is for players who enjoy atmospheric psychological horror, narrative-driven experiences, and unique simulation gameplay. Fans of surreal environments and unconventional mechanics will find Ritual Static particularly engaging.

Game Info

  • Developer: Hayes Geldmacher
  • Publisher: Hayes Geldmacher
  • Release Date: March 30, 2026
  • Genre: Adventure, Psychological Horror, Horror, Story Rich, Simulation
  • Features: Multi-player, Full Controller Support, Family Sharing
  • Reception: Steam users have given the game a positive reception.