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About Death On Holly Ridge
Death On Holly Ridge is an indie simulator set on Christmas Eve, where a delivery driver gets trapped in a haunted house with shifting, impossible rooms. Developed by MixoGames and released on December 11, 2025, it plays out as a tense, first-person survival experience. The player must navigate a decaying mansion that defies logic while evading an unseen predator. With a focus on environmental storytelling and claustrophobic atmosphere, the game blends puzzle-solving with desperate escape mechanics. It runs exclusively on PC and offers a single-player mode that leans into slow-burn horror and existential dread. The goal is to survive the night and uncover the house’s secrets, but escaping might not be an option.
Gameplay
The core loop revolves around exploration and evasion. Players use mouse and keyboard to move through a house that warps and rearranges itself, often trapping you in dead ends or looping corridors. The environment reacts to your presence, doors vanish, staircases twist into voids, and shadows lurk in corners. You collect scattered clues via interactive objects and environmental details to piece together the house’s tragic backstory. Combat isn’t an option; survival relies on hiding in narrow spaces, manipulating objects to block pursuers, and timing escapes through shifting rooms. The tension peaks during chase sequences, where the predator’s proximity triggers heartbeat audio cues and flickering lights. Puzzles are minimal but tied to the narrative, like decoding journal entries or restoring power to reveal hidden paths.
What Players Think
PlayPile community ratings for Death On Holly Ridge are 87% positive, with 68% completing the game. Average playtime clocks in at 4.2 hours, though 32% of players report spending 6+ hours. Reviewers highlight the “unrelenting atmosphere” and “creepy, ever-changing layout” as standout features. One user called it “a masterclass in psychological tension,” while another criticized the “frustratingly vague puzzles.” The game’s mood is overwhelmingly tense (79% of players tagged it as “terrifying”) with 18% noting it as “puzzling.” Achievement completion rates are moderate, 63% of players unlocked the “Escape Artist” trophy for reaching the final room. No major bugs reported, but 15% of reviews mention minor texture glitches.
PlayPile's Take
Death On Holly Ridge is a niche pick for fans of atmospheric horror and slow-burn mystery. At $29.99, it offers decent value for its engaging design, though the lack of combat and minimal puzzles might alienate action-oriented players. The shifting environment and chase sequences deliver consistent thrills, but the ambiguous ending and sparse interactivity could leave some wanting more. With 10 achievements and a runtime of 4, 6 hours, it’s a short but memorable experience. If you enjoy games like Amnesia or Outlast that prioritize fear over action, this one’s worth a try.
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