Liminal Department

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Liminal Department is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Digital Star Games and was released on April 2, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Trapped in what seems to be an endless hospital department. Carefully observe your surroundings in each loop to escape the Liminal Department PHENOMENON EXPERIENCE Explore an ever-changing hallway filled with unusual occurrences. Each loop could have multiple anomalies or none. Some are easy to spot, others are not. VHS MODE VHS tape style mode with zooming feature. Experience a nostalgic limina…

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

Liminal Department features a unique and eerie atmosphere with strong liminal hospital vibes, enhanced by immersive audio.
The game offers a good variety of anomalies, ranging from easy to challenging, which keeps the gameplay engaging and rewarding.
It runs smoothly with decent graphics and provides a fun experience for fans of anomaly hunting games, especially when played with sound.

Some anomalies can be frustrating to spot due to similar color tones and excessive clutter, making it overwhelming for players.
The game lacks polish and accessibility options, which could improve the overall experience.
There are instances where the game can feel repetitive and not very satisfying, with some anomalies being either too obvious or nearly invisible.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay features a built-in clock for speedrunning, which is appreciated, though some mechanics can be frustrating, such as the need to revisit certain areas and a finicky result-entry monitor. Overall, players find the gameplay engaging and enjoyable, highlighted by an interesting array of anomalies.
- “Interesting set of anomalies and super fun gameplay!”
- “For speedrunning: nice that it has a built-in clock, although there are a couple of mechanics that can be a bit frustrating (having to go through the stage-setting room twice, result-entry monitor can be a bit fussy in terms of range that accepts input).”
- “For speedrunning: nice that it has a built-in clock, although there are a couple of mechanics that can be a bit frustrating, such as having to go through the stage-setting room twice and the result-entry monitor being a bit fussy in terms of the range that accepts input.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive quality, enhanced by the minimal interface that allows players to fully engage with the environment without distractions.
- “It's really cool that the game has almost no interface — nothing distracts from the atmosphere.”
- “The game feels empty and lifeless, lacking any real atmosphere to draw players in.”
- “Despite the beautiful graphics, the atmosphere is flat and uninspired, making exploration feel dull.”
- “The sound design is underwhelming, which severely detracts from the overall atmosphere of the game.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The graphics are generally praised for being decent and visually appealing, with smooth performance and attractive environments that enhance the overall experience.
- “The visuals are lovely, and the game ran quite smoothly.”
- “Good graphics, eye-pleasing environments with cool locations.”
- “The graphics are decent, but they lack the detail and polish expected from modern games.”
- “While the graphics are serviceable, they feel outdated and uninspired.”
- “The visuals are underwhelming, failing to create an immersive experience.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its solid optimization, which is noted as a rare quality among similar titles. Players appreciate that it strikes a balance between challenge and accessibility without compromising performance.
- “This game is one of the best in its genre - not too easy (I keep failing), not too scary, and well optimized, which is something I don't see often.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it runs flawlessly and enhances the overall experience.”