Decarnation

About

Decarnation is a psychological horror game that blends adventure and puzzle-solving with tense combat. Set in 1990s Paris, you play as Gloria, a cabaret dancer drawn into a surreal journey through dreamlike and nightmarish environments. The gameplay mixes exploration with environmental puzzles that unlock progression, while encounters with unsettling foes add bursts of action. The story unfolds through fragmented narratives and symbolic challenges, requiring you to piece together Gloria’s figuring out reality. The game’s strongest element is its layered storytelling, which ties personal struggles to abstract, haunting visuals. Player reviews highlight its unpredictable twists and emotional weight, though some note pacing issues in later acts. With a small but dedicated community on PC and Switch, Decarnation appeals to those who enjoy atmospheric tales with mental and physical challenges. Released in late 2023, it’s a compact experience that lingers longer than its runtime suggests.

Storyline

Paris, 1990. Gloria is at the end of her rope. A struggling cabaret dancer dealing with the fraying of her relationships, career, and self-esteem, she takes on a new artistic endeavor sponsored by a mysterious benefactor. Would the generous proposal be Gloria's lucky break, or something worse? A survival story with layered psychological stakes, Decarnation explores the contrast between battling limitations in the physical realm, and the subconscious landscapes one can't escape. Decarnation is an emotional, startling story-driven experience that will keep you on your toes until the very end.