Deluge: Sermon for the Dead

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Deluge Sermon for the Dead is a text heavy mystery where choices shape the outcome. Set in the coastal town of Abbotsford, you investigate the disappearance of high school girls as unsettling events escalate. Dialogue options and narrative paths explore themes of grief and existential dread. The story blends eerie folklore with cosmic horror as a looming disaster threatens to erase the town. Gameplay focuses on figuring out cryptic clues through environmental exploration and character interactions. The game stands out for its dense storytelling and oppressive atmosphere. Players praise its refusal to offer easy answers, with branching scenarios that reward careful decision making. Community reviews highlight the haunting visuals and unsettling sound design that amplify tension. Developed by leaves and published by socah, it released in early 2023 for PC Linux and Mac. Those who enjoy slow burning psychological narratives may find its bleak tone and moral ambiguity compelling.