Inmates

About

Inmates drops you inside a crumbling prison where every creak and shadow feels loaded. As Jonathan, you wander cellblocks and common areas picking up objects to piece together fragmented memories. The gameplay leans into slow-burn curiosity, scrutinizing graffiti, flickering lights, and cryptic notes to figure out why you’re locked up. Minimal combat or action mechanics let the environment and story take center stage. A shortwave radio hums with eerie updates that hint at larger secrets buried in the prison’s history. The game’s moody atmosphere and deliberate pacing have earned it a 78% on Steam, with players praising its unsettling vibe and layered narrative. While the puzzle variety is limited, the sense of isolation and gradual reveals keep the tension steady. Its 10-hour runtime is lean but focused, making it a quick but memorable dive into psychological mystery. The lack of combat may turn some off, but the emphasis on exploration and story works well for fans of quiet, cerebral adventures.

Storyline

Jonathan wakes up from a nightmare in a prison cell, having no clue how he appeared there. Everything around seems so familiar. An unbearable headache and a sense of lost reality makes him think that he is still in his nightmares, but the voice from the old radio tells him that not everything is as simple as it seems... Inmates is a story-driven, atmospheric, interactive exploration simulator with horror elements and puzzles. Investigate every detail of the prison to discover the story of the people who are locked there. Pick up and examine objects to discover mysteries of the prison. Uncover the reasons why you are there.