AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film

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AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film is a single player action game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Jason Trost and was released on October 22, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film is a survival horror experience where you play as paranormal investigator Brian Everette, unraveling the mystery of missing reality show contestants. Blending grainy VHS-style footage with branching narratives, your choices drive a chilling journey through haunted rainforests. Each decision alters the story, making every playthrough uniquely unsettling.

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Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

story10 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Afar offers a unique blend of interactive storytelling and cinematic experience, reminiscent of 90s FMV games, making it engaging and nostalgic.
The visuals and cinematography are impressive, showcasing the director's filmmaking skills and creating an atmospheric horror experience.
The game is highly replayable, with multiple endings and choices that encourage players to explore different paths and outcomes.

The lack of accessibility options, such as closed captions, limits the game's audience and can be frustrating for players with hearing impairments.
Some choices feel arbitrary and lack meaningful context, which can detract from the overall immersion and impact of the narrative.
The game features excessive flashing lights and visual effects that may cause discomfort or trigger sensitivity issues for some players.

story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
38%
14%
The story of this indie choose-your-own-adventure horror game is engaging and unique, with a suspenseful narrative that unfolds through player choices, though it is relatively short and could benefit from more depth and impactful decisions. Players appreciate the atmospheric tension and the satisfying resolution of various endings, but some feel it lacks the complexity and length needed for a more immersive experience. Overall, it appeals to fans of story-rich games, particularly those who enjoy horror elements, but may leave some wanting more.
- “This indie, choose-your-own-adventure horror game can be done in approximately 30-minute playthroughs, and no matter what choices you make, the story stays suspenseful and engaging.”
- “Great atmospheric tension, and the story unfolds in a satisfying way - whether you survive or not.”
- “The story was captivating enough to make me go through each of the choices and connect all the pieces together, and if there were to be more like this in the future, I'd appreciate the story being a little longer and perhaps having more 'majorly influential' decisions that could impact the ending you can achieve.”
- “As an investigator, it would make sense that he would go through all three and I wouldn't need to go through multiple times to get the whole backstory.”
- “You're limited on choices and which pieces of backstory info/exposition you unlock on each playthrough.”
- “I love FMV and horror, and both combined is usually a winning combo for me, but this one feels like it was pulling its punches a little bit to try to be mysterious, when it should have stood in its truth and told a longer and more in-depth story about the disappearances from more perspectives.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
50%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and aesthetic appeal, effectively creating an immersive mood that enhances the overall experience. The visuals and cinematography stand out as the game's strongest aspect, captivating players and drawing them into the narrative, while also allowing for easy scene skipping if desired.
- “It's beautiful and aesthetic, really paints a mood and gets you into it, both visually and musically.”
- “Great visuals and cinematography.”
- “Visuals are by far the best part of the game, but the other areas aren’t lacking.”
- “A warning for anyone who has sensitivity to flashes: the visual effects are intense!”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and feel outdated compared to other games released this year.”
- “The character models lack detail, making it hard to connect with the story.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is widely praised as a standout feature, with many users describing it as beautiful and atmospheric, enhancing the overall experience. There is a strong desire among players for the soundtrack to be made available for download, highlighting its appeal.
- “The music was probably my favorite part; I hope to see the soundtrack available at some point to download.”
- “It's beautiful and aesthetic, really paints a mood and gets you into it, both visually and musically.”
- “Amazing soundtrack.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is intuitive and accommodates both solo and group play, with each session lasting around 30 minutes, making it suitable for busy schedules. However, frequent and intense flashing during action sequences can detract from the experience, despite being skippable, as it interrupts the enjoyment of the choices made throughout the game.
- “The gameplay is intuitive and can be enjoyed solo or as a group, making the decisions together.”
- “Each playthrough is approximately 30 minutes, so it's easy to squeeze some gameplay in between a busy schedule.”
- “The action sequences are marred by extended and constant red to white flashing, of which there is no warning. Though it is mercifully skippable, it also comprises a lot of the gameplay, so you'll be enduring them if your intent was to enjoy the result of choices you make and see how the scenes play out differently.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The game is highly replayable due to its multiple endings and choices, encouraging players to revisit it to explore all available options. However, some reviewers feel that a more focused first playthrough could have enhanced the overall experience.
- “Very replayable - since there are different endings and choices to make, you'll want to play again and again until you experience all the options.”
- “The game offers a wealth of choices that encourage multiple playthroughs, ensuring that each experience feels fresh and engaging.”
- “With various paths and outcomes, the replayability factor is high, making it a game you'll want to revisit time and time again.”
- “Sure, there would be less replayability, but it would have made the core experience of your first run much stronger.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game appears to vary among users; while some report a smooth experience on the Steam Deck, others have encountered significant issues, suggesting that performance may depend on individual setups or configurations.
- “I tried to play it on my Steam Deck initially but couldn't get it to work properly, even after a lot of troubleshooting. Others have reported a smooth experience on the Steam Deck, so it could be a me problem.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience overall.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its cohesive design, writing, and sound elements that effectively evoke the eerie feel of late-90s horror games. Reviewers note the strong atmospheric tension and a well-paced story that enhances the overall experience, regardless of the player's outcome.
- “Great atmospheric tension, and the story unfolds in a satisfying way - whether you survive or not.”
- “The design, writing, compositing, score, sound effects, and acting... every level of the whole works together to evoke the eerie atmosphere of late-90s horror games, and it's very well done.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by an off-kilter, twisted style that blends intensity with a unique horror aesthetic, reminiscent of the trostverse canon.
- “The whole vibe – that off-kilter humor, the intensity, the style – it’s all trostverse canon, just twisted into horror form.”

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AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film is a action game with mystery theme.

AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film was released on October 22, 2025.

AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film was developed by Jason Trost.

AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

AFAR: An Interactive Horror Film is a single player game.

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