THEM

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THEM is a single player platformer game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by Lexip_Games and was released on June 18, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

THEM is a single-player horror platformer where you play as Tommy, a 9-year-old trapped in a mysterious 1990s video game club. Combining first-person exploration with retro 2D platforming and complex puzzles, the game delivers a psychological and suspenseful experience through immersive 3D environments and a gripping storyline. Face your deepest fears to escape this haunting nightmare.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 48 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a compelling blend of 2D platforming and first-person horror, creating a unique and engaging experience.
The atmosphere and sound design effectively build tension and dread, enhancing the overall horror experience.
Puzzles and gameplay mechanics are well-designed, providing a satisfying challenge that keeps players engaged.

Some players found the boss fights to be excessively difficult and frustrating, leading to potential rage quits.
The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content and depth.
Certain gameplay mechanics, such as controls and repetitive elements, can detract from the overall experience.

story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is praised for its engaging storytelling, strong voice acting, and captivating visuals, effectively blending horror elements with gameplay reminiscent of Hollow Knight. Players appreciate the well-delivered narrative that unfolds in fragments, creating a sense of mystery and dread, while the combination of 3D and 2D mechanics enhances the overall experience. The unexpected plot twists and haunting jump scares contribute to a compelling and immersive storyline.
- “The story was well delivered and was one that I could follow.”
- “It's an amazing combination of 3D first-person and 2D platformer with a great story.”
- “Bosses are a different story; everything looks simple, but every time you die because of little things, you realize that this game definitely doesn't forgive mistakes.”
- “The sense of isolation and dread is done well, and the story unfolds in fragments that pull you into the mystery.”
- “The game is very good with hardcore mechanics in two-dimensional segments and so much unexpected plot plus haunting jump scares.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging blend of first-person exploration and retro-inspired platforming, creating a compelling loop between the real world and a game-within-a-game. Players appreciate the solid mechanics, challenging puzzles, and effective horror elements, which together enhance curiosity and immersion. Overall, the combination of storytelling, visuals, and gameplay mechanics exceeds expectations, delivering a thrilling experience.
- “Love these types of games, solid story, great gameplay, jumpscares got me, difficulty levels decent.”
- “The gameplay blends two distinct styles: first-person exploration within the basement, and a retro-inspired platformer game that you play through a TV connected to a console.”
- “The console becomes the heart of the gameplay loop, as you switch between exploring the real world and diving into the game-within-a-game, and the two are closely linked.”
- “But here, the mix of gameplay and puzzles seemed to make you want to keep going because you were curious about what would happen next.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its ability to create a sense of dread and suspense, largely enhanced by effective music cues. While some players found certain sections frustrating, the overall experience is described as compelling, with a dark and tense ambiance reminiscent of a dark souls-style platformer.
- “The atmosphere of the game keeps you in suspense all the time, and the Dark Souls-style platformer increases the tension 300 times.”
- “All in all, I enjoyed the atmosphere, even if the labyrinth part frustrated me a bit (you will know when you get there).”
- “The atmosphere of the game keeps you in suspense all the time, and the Dark Souls-style platforming increases the tension 300 times.”
- “I love horror, and the horror of this game comes mostly from the atmosphere, a sense of dread all supported by music cues at the right parts.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for their unique blend of 2D and 3D elements, creating a visually striking experience that enhances the horror aspect. While initially appearing simple, players appreciate the beautifully drawn environments and the realistic design of the monsters, which contribute to an engaging atmosphere. Overall, the visuals exceed expectations and complement the gameplay effectively.
- “Very unusual game, cool graphics that look like a mix of 2D platforming and 3D horror.”
- “The graphics look simple at first glance, but then you realize that everything is beautifully drawn, and the monsters look really scary, like a true designer's work!”
- “The graphics look simple at first glance, but then you realize that everything is beautifully drawn, and the monsters look really scary, like the designer put a lot of effort into them.”
- “The visuals are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “The character models are poorly designed and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game effectively enhances the atmosphere and sense of dread, with well-timed cues that contribute to the horror experience. However, some users find the 30-second loop repetitive and unfortunate, detracting from the overall impact despite its artistic qualities.
- “Having the music be only a 30-second loop in the game was really unfortunate.”
- “The music here is its own form of art; sometimes it feels like nothing is happening, but you're already sweating.”
- “I love horror, and the horror of this game comes mostly in the atmosphere, a sense of dread all supported by music cues at the right parts.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has a relatively short playtime of about one hour, yet it provides significant replay value, encouraging players to return for multiple playthroughs.
- “The game takes around one hour, but it offers great replay value.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of choices and outcomes.”
- “With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”
- “The game takes around one hour, but it offers little replay value.”
- “Once you complete the game, there's no incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel pointless.”