Tom Dahl

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Tom Dahl is a single player survival survival game with horror, drama, mystery and thriller themes. It was developed by Bonemeal Productions and was released on October 1, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Montgomery Hills. A small, quiet town in Northern Ontario. The site of one of Canada's largest wildfires, started by one of the town's lifelong residents. The day he set the town on fire was the day he became the monster he is now. The residents who survived all ask the same question: Why? But answers come at a price in Montgomery Hills. He never speaks. He never sleeps. No one ever says his name.…

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Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story3 positive mentions

Unique and surprising gameplay that keeps players engaged with unexpected twists.
Excellent atmosphere and creepy, thought-provoking narrative with strong world-building.
Impressive production quality including voice acting, music, and character personality, especially given the short development time.

Story can be cryptic and confusing at first, requiring effort to understand.
Short length may leave some players wanting more or feeling the ending lacks build-up.
Some navigation issues in dark areas cause frustration and momentary confusion.

story
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The story is praised for its engaging pacing and intriguing horror mystery elements, offering a compelling and well-built world despite its short length. While initially confusing, the narrative becomes clearer as the game progresses, making it a worthwhile experience.
- “Pacing felt very good; it really zips you along the story with no breaks.”
- “Overall, a very good horror mystery and a very good short story!”
- “The game is fairly short but worth it for the interesting story and world building.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere is highly praised for its creepy and immersive qualities, enhanced by eerie piano music and effective dialogue, creating a brilliant and engaging experience filled with suspense and scares.
- “If you don't like using your brain you may still enjoy the creepy atmosphere and pretty piano music.”
- “A brilliant concept brought to life through great atmosphere, dialogue, and scares.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is engaging and best experienced firsthand without spoilers, allowing players to discover its nuances on their own. While initially confusing, the storyline becomes clearer as you progress, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “I recommend you do this without watching any walkthroughs or gameplay videos first, as some things are way better to see yourself.”
- “Gameplay itself is pretty good; the storyline is confusing at first but you'll understand eventually.”
music
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The music is praised for its eerie atmosphere and beautiful piano compositions, enhancing the game's creepy mood.