BURN

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BURN is a single player casual simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Chris Thorsen and was released on February 18, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

BURN is a psychological horror simulation set aboard the derelict gothic space station St. Maria. As an investigator, you navigate zero-gravity environments to uncover the fate of six missing crew members while building paranoia and dread in a tense, immersive experience lasting about an hour. The game features environmental storytelling, power rerouting puzzles, and customizable accessibility options.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

atmosphere4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Great atmosphere and visuals, creating a spooky and immersive experience.
Unique zero gravity movement mechanics that enhance gameplay and exploration.
Short but impactful horror experience that effectively builds tension and fear.

The game is quite short, leaving some players wanting more content.
Navigation and controls can be tricky, leading to frustration during gameplay.
The ending feels abrupt and anticlimactic, not providing the payoff expected after the buildup.

atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and tense design, particularly within the space station setting, which evokes a sense of suspense and spookiness. Players feel engaged and on edge, eagerly anticipating what comes next, highlighting the developers' success in creating a captivating environment.
- “Great atmosphere and the overall design of the space station is so cool.”
- “Atmosphere was great and I was on the edge of my seat at what may come next.”
- “Well worth a try, the atmosphere and setting are tense and wonderfully achieved.”
gameplay
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The gameplay features innovative movement mechanics that offer a unique exploration experience, though they can be frustrating and challenging for players with less precise controls. Despite these difficulties, many players found the mechanics engaging and expressed a desire for more games that build on this universe and its lore.
- “Overall, it was a great time and I would love to see more games within this universe that expand upon the mechanics and lore shown in this game.”
- “I appreciated the way the game tried to reinvent the movement mechanics; however, it ends up being frustrating at times. I wonder if that's the reason the game is just an outright exploration experience.”
- “I think the navigation mechanic is very unique, but it also made playing this game much more difficult if you have carefree mouse movement.”
- “I went into it with no expectations and was instantly blown away by the movement mechanics.”
graphics
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The graphics are praised for their great visuals and a unique aesthetic that blends elements of Warhammer 40K and Dead Space, evoking a nostalgic PS1 vibe. While the sound design received mixed reviews, the overall visual experience is considered appealing.
- “Great visuals and audio.”
- “The aesthetics were good, a mix of Warhammer 40K and Dead Space. The sound design was okay, while other aspects of the game were not so good, but not so bad.”
- “The environment and graphics are very PS1 reminiscent, and that's so cool.”
- “The environment and graphics are very PS1 reminiscent, and that's so sick.”
- “The graphics look outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “Character models are poorly designed, and the animations are stiff and unconvincing.”