Adventure

Layers of Fear

Single Player

Critic · Metacritic

3.5

Users · RAWG

2016

Released

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📅 Release Info

Release DateFebruary 16, 2016

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Genres

AdventureIndie

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About this game

Layers of Fear is a psychedelic horror that will keep you on-edge for the reminder of the game. Delve deep into the mind of an insane painter and discover the secret of his madness, as you walk through a constantly shifting house.

Heavily inspired by the masterpiece paintings from the past centuries, and the architecture and décor from the XIX century. Layers of Fear is a truly unique experience, where each move of the camera can change your surroundings.

Layer by layer uncover the visions, fears and horrors that entwine the protagonist and finish the masterpiece he has strived so long to create.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Shifting mansion creates a psychological-horror atmosphere.
Distinctive paintings and art-focused environments shape the visual design.
Mansion layouts and appearances change unpredictably during exploration.
House, paintings, notes, and changes reveal the painter's deteriorating mental state.
Sound effects, voice work, and music shape the atmosphere.

Cons

Linear exploration provides limited agency beyond simple puzzles.
Scripted events, visual tricks, and jump scares recur frequently.
Story is convoluted and heavily ambiguous.
Basic puzzles provide little challenge or problem-solving depth.

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