Psycologico

About

Psycologico is a 2D isometric horror game where a model becomes trapped in a decaying hotel. The Fairson Hotel's staff hunt her through its twisting halls and abandoned rooms while another guest named P. offers cryptic guidance. Players navigate shifting environments filled with unsettling sounds and flickering lights. Combat is minimal but tense, with survival reliant on hiding and quick-time actions. The story unfolds through fragmented dialogue and environmental clues. The game leans into claustrophobic horror with its dim lighting and sudden scares. Its low-poly art style emphasizes decay and disorientation. Community reception is mixed but notable for bold set pieces and a bleak tone. Released in 2017 on PC, it holds a 60 on Metacritic. Shorter play sessions work best due to pacing issues. The ending leaves many questions but rewards attention to detail in the hotel's design.

Storyline

A nameless model decides to spend the night in the Fairson Hotel. She immediately finds herself trapped inside and chased by the disturbing staff of the hotel. But another guest, simply named P., seems to be willing to help her out.