Overview
Those Who Dwell plunges players into a chilling folk-horror experience, emphasizing atmosphere and psychological dread over combat. As you explore a cursed underground excavation, your primary defense against the encroaching darkness is light itself. The game challenges you to manage your dwindling resources, like lantern oil and candles, while uncovering the secrets of ancient shrines and the malevolent forces that lurk just beyond your sight.
Highlights
- Story-Driven Folk Horror: Delve into a narrative rich with psychological elements and inspired by unsettling folklore, offering a unique take on the genre.
- Light as a Lifeline: Survival hinges on carefully managing your light sources – your torch, oil, and candles – to keep the oppressive darkness at bay.
- Atmospheric Exploration: Experience palpable tension, dread, and the thrill of discovery through environmental storytelling and interactable items that reveal the history of those who came before.
Who It's For
This title is perfect for players who appreciate slow-burn horror, atmospheric exploration, and narrative-driven experiences. If you enjoy games that rely on psychological tension, environmental storytelling, and resource management rather than direct confrontation, Those Who Dwell should be on your radar. Fans of folklore-inspired horror and walking simulators with a strong sense of dread will find themselves drawn into its unsettling world.
Game Info
Developed and published by Midnight Forge LTD, Those Who Dwell is a first-person horror game that focuses on exploration and psychological elements. It features multiple endings, encouraging replayability as players make crucial ritual choices. The game supports English, Spanish, Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Turkish, and Polish, with a release date of November 21, 2025. It is available as a paid title and supports family sharing and controller input.
