Project 13: Taxidermy Trails

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Project 13: Taxidermy Trails casts you as a captive test subject trapped in a large taxidermy museum. Your goal is to complete 13 increasingly bizarre walking routes while avoiding obstacles and solving environmental puzzles. The slow, deliberate pace forces you to study your surroundings closely, balancing exploration with a growing sense of unease. Each path reveals cryptic clues and distorted narratives, blending quiet observation with moments of tense decision-making. The museum itself feels like a living puzzle, with every room hinting at a deeper mystery. The game’s eerie atmosphere and methodical design stand out, particularly in how it uses its unsettling setting to build psychological pressure. While not a visual spectacle, its minimalist approach leans into discomfort, with taxidermy exhibits often feeling more like active threats than static decor. Early reviews note its divisive pacing but praise its creative use of space. Released March 11, 2024, it’s available on most major platforms, including Switch and PlayStation 5. A short, unsettling experience that lingers longer than its runtime suggests.