Overview

Room Rules invites players into an atmospheric first-person research experience, casting them as an Operator tasked with navigating procedural trials within a volatile, anomalous space known as 'the Room.' Developed and published by Distant Games, this title blends elements of adventure, puzzle-solving, and walking simulation, offering a unique and immersive journey.

Each session is framed as a controlled experiment, where every action contributes to a larger protocol. Failure isn't an endpoint but a reset, returning the player to the beginning to refine their approach.

The core gameplay loop begins in a research hub, a safe zone where Operators can prepare for the trials ahead. Here, players will review instructions on a tablet, interact with various control terminals, and monitor their best completion times, adding a competitive edge to the experimental nature of the game.

Once a procedure is activated, access to the anomalous object is granted, initiating the core challenge. The game emphasizes a realistic and atmospheric presentation, drawing players deeper into its mysterious world.

Highlights

  • Experience a first-person research simulation where you are an Operator undergoing procedural trials in an unstable anomalous space called 'the Room.'
  • Engage in a core gameplay loop that starts in a research hub, featuring tablet instructions, control terminals, and time monitoring before granting access to the object.
  • This title is developed and published by Distant Games, featuring a blend of Adventure, Puzzle, and Walking Simulator genres with a realistic and atmospheric presentation.

Who It's For

Room Rules is ideal for players who enjoy atmospheric exploration, intricate puzzle-solving, and narrative-driven experiences. Those who appreciate walking simulators with a unique twist, or players looking for a first-person adventure that emphasizes observation and procedural challenges, will find themselves drawn into the mysteries of 'the Room.' The game's focus on experimentation and learning from failure also appeals to those who enjoy a thoughtful, iterative gameplay loop.

Game Info

  • Developer: Distant Games
  • Publisher: Distant Games
  • Release Date: December 25, 2025
  • Genres: Adventure, Puzzle, Walking Simulator, Hidden Object, 3D, First-Person
  • Features: Multi-player support, Steam Family Sharing enabled.
  • Languages: English, Russian