Edelweiss

About

Edelweiss is a horror RPG set in a remote forest where Ayla and a companion search for help after their phones die. The pair stumbles into a decaying orphanage, where eerie encounters and cryptic clues figure out a dark history. Players manage limited resources while navigating twisted corridors and dense woods, balancing curiosity with survival. Combat is scarce but tense, relying more on stealth and quick decisions than stats. The story unfolds through fragmented logs and environmental details, leaving much to interpretation. The game’s strength lies in its oppressive atmosphere and branching choices that shape outcomes. Player decisions about whom to trust and what to investigate lead to multiple endings, some grim. With a 78% critic score on release, it’s praised for its unsettling tone and minimalist design. Released in April 2023 for PC, it plays like a haunted bedtime story where every creak feels intentional. Shorter than most RPGs at 8-10 hours, it prioritizes mood over marathon quests.