INANIMA brings classic survival horror influences, atmospheric pixel art, and tactical combat to a free Steam demo, earning early praise from players.

Fans of classic survival horror have a new indie experience to explore. INANIMA, an upcoming horror game from developer and publisher Obscure Tales, has released a free demo on Steam. Inspired by iconic franchises such as Silent Hill and Resident Evil, the game combines retro-inspired visuals with tense exploration and strategic combat.

The upcoming title also serves as a follow-up to the studio's 2021 release, Lamentum. Both games take place within the same fictional universe, with their stories connected through a shared narrative.

INANIMA features pixel-art graphics enhanced by dynamic lighting, creating a distinctive visual style that blends old-school horror with modern effects.

Players explore isolated facilities belonging to a mysterious corporation, searching for limited supplies while fighting hostile creatures and uncovering the truth behind the mysterious Lazarus Project.

Combat offers a combination of melee and ranged weapons, but surviving encounters requires more than simply attacking enemies. Each creature has unique behaviors and destructible limbs, allowing players to approach dangerous situations strategically.

For example, shooting an enemy in the leg can slow its movement, creating an opportunity to escape. Light and sound also influence enemy behavior, making environmental awareness an important part of survival.

The free demo has already received a positive response from the Steam community. At the time of reporting, INANIMA holds a 100% positive rating from 30 user reviews.

Players have highlighted its atmosphere, visual presentation, and gameplay as some of its strongest features. While the early reception is encouraging, the full game's release date has yet to be announced.

For now, PC players can experience the horror firsthand by downloading the free demo on Steam. Adding INANIMA to the wishlist is also an option for those who want to keep up with future development and release updates.