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Decarnation

Decarnation plunges you into a haunting, dreamlike adventure where reality and fantasy become one. Inspired by some of the most influential surrealist works (Silent Hill, the original tale of Alice in Wonderland, films by David Lynch and Satoshi Kon...), allow yourself to be swept away by an intense and mesmerising story, oscillating between dreams and nightmares. Gloria is a cabaret dancer at the end of her rope. As her career, relationships and self-esteem begin to deteriorate, a mysterious patron makes her an offer she couldn’t possibly refuse. Will this event mark the end of her recent str

Release date
September 29, 2023
Platforms
Windows
Developer
Atelier QDB
Publisher
Shiro Unlimited
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Decarnation plunges you into a haunting, dreamlike adventure where reality and fantasy become one. Inspired by some of the most influential surrealist works (Silent Hill, the original tale of Alice in Wonderland, films by David Lynch and Satoshi Kon...), allow yourself to be swept away by an intense and mesmerising story, oscillating between dreams and nightmares. Gloria is a cabaret dancer at the end of her rope. As her career, relationships and self-esteem begin to deteriorate, a mysterious patron makes her an offer she couldn’t possibly refuse.

Will this event mark the end of her recent struggles , or the beginning of her descent into hell? Decarnation is a story of survival, where monsters and nightmares weave themselves into the fabric of everyday life. Get ready for a poignant and captivating adventure! With a wide variety of mini-games, Decarnation expertly brings together the classic elements of horror and adventure games, where each challenge requires consideration, responsiveness and coordination. Solve cryptic riddles, confront ominous enemies and explore a bewildering world...

Decarnation's Rêve and Cauchemar soundtracks feature contributions from numerous artists, including the renowned composer Akira Yamaoka (Silent Hill) whose works blend horror and the paranormal, breathing life into this nightmarish tale. "I'm delighted to have been able to take part in the development of Decarnation [...] I've developed a special bond with this game.…

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★ 7.8/10GOG · 32 ratings
GOGLast checked November 3, 2026

Most helpful8

★ 3 / 5
This game offers top-notch pixel art. It does look wonderful. Interesting themes and metaphors as well. It is also quite long for the genre. I…
★ 4 / 5
The story is very intresting and the design (visual and sound) is really great. But you have to keep in mind it's a slow walking…
★ 2 / 5
Mixed about this one... the fact that is mostly a walking simulator doesn't bother me; it has a really good pixel art and it could…
★ 4 / 5
Not too much in the way of gameplay, but some fantastic pixel art, a fairly interesting story, and some rocking French tunes.
★ 5 / 5
Great sprite work, great soundtrack, puzzles, mini-games, and great spoopy visuals! Overall an awesome game, kept me invested from start to finish.
★ 3 / 5
I am not quite sure how I feel about this experience. It feels like a walking simulator with some puzzles and enemies. It's not terrible,…
★ 5 / 5
It's astonishing how developers in artistic and poetic way put a very nasty and disgusting beaviour and situation. It's not walking simulator but also not…
★ 4 / 5
Great Horror/Thriller game. Enjoyed the story and the little gameplay it offered, the descriptions oversells the interactivity of the game.

Most recent8

★ 2 / 5
Mixed about this one... the fact that is mostly a walking simulator doesn't bother me; it has a really good pixel art and it could…
★ 5 / 5
Heartfelt, emotional, subtle in a way horror games rarely are. Solid, mature story. "Game" parts are not challenging at all - i find it well…
★ 3 / 5
I am not quite sure how I feel about this experience. It feels like a walking simulator with some puzzles and enemies. It's not terrible,…
★ 4 / 5
Great Horror/Thriller game. Enjoyed the story and the little gameplay it offered, the descriptions oversells the interactivity of the game.
★ 5 / 5
It's astonishing how developers in artistic and poetic way put a very nasty and disgusting beaviour and situation. It's not walking simulator but also not…
★ 4 / 5
Not too much in the way of gameplay, but some fantastic pixel art, a fairly interesting story, and some rocking French tunes.
★ 4 / 5
The story is very intresting and the design (visual and sound) is really great. But you have to keep in mind it's a slow walking…

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