The ever-growing popularized horror theme of quietly empty spaces has brought about another game, but this one is coming out fairly soon, or at least Chapter 1 is. Anemoiapolis is a liminal space horror game from developer Andrew Quist and they are about to launch the first chunk of the game on PC next week.
Embark on a journey that has you confused and lost in a sprawling yet unoccupied resort, with a goal to forge your own path to freedom. Anemoiapolis: Chapter 1 exudes mind-numbing dread and scenarios which weaponize a vast network of mundane rooms and facilities — making it the most relaxing horror game you'll ever play. This game exists in the uncanny valley of American architecture, featuring endless carpeted floors and lonely malls. Escape with your life, and enjoy the scenery.
The main features a game like this offers include the opportunity to explore procedural labyrinths, wander a vast network of mundane horrors, and put players’ minds to the test as they navigate dynamic environments, however they can, all while enjoying music made to chill. Given that liminal horror is still a fairly new subgenre, there are a variety of different ways that different developers have been approaching the subject.
Anemoiapolis: Chapter 1 is set to launch tomorrow, February 27th, on PC via Steam and Itch.io for only $8.99 USD. Are you going to see what this new subgenre has to offer?
