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Skinface is a stealth-based indie thriller developed by Adam Pype and released on February 8, 2026, exclusively for PC. Set in a quiet suburban neighborhood, the game casts you as a rogue agent tasked with eliminating a target by disguising yourself as their neighbor. Unlike traditional stealth games, the core mechanic revolves around earning trust through mundane interactions, fixing their car, listening to their problems, or even binge-watching TV together. The genre-bending premise leans into social paranoia, blending espionage with slice-of-life elements. It’s a slow-burn narrative where every small action could tip the balance between friendship and execution. Perfect for players who enjoy psychological tension over action.
You start by sneaking into the target’s home to plant a listening device, but the real challenge begins once you’re integrated into their daily routine. Each session involves managing chores, small talk, and avoiding suspicion while gathering intel. Controls are precise but methodical, you’ll spend minutes aligning your posture in a chair or timing responses to avoid awkward pauses. The game offers three discreet methods to eliminate the target: poisoning, blackmail, or a staged accident. Success hinges on patience; one misstep, like triggering a motion sensor or being overheard, resets your progress. The single-player campaign spans around 10 hours, with branching outcomes based on your level of trust.
PlayPile data shows Skinface holds a 4.6/5 rating from 12,300 players, with 78% completing the main story. Average playtime is 9.2 hours, though 15% of players log over 15 hours chasing alternate endings. Community moods are split between “thrilling” (34%) and “frustrating” (22%), with complaints about slow pacing but praise for the final twist. One review states, “The third act recontextualizes everything, it’s genius.” Achievement completion rates are low (41% overall), with the rare “Friend of the Family” title earned by players who complete every side quest. Critics note the minimalist art style and dialogue trees as standout features, though some find the controls too finicky for casual play.
Skinface is a niche title that rewards methodical thinking over reflexes. At $29.99, it’s priced for indie enthusiasts willing to invest time in its deliberate design. The 12 achievements (41% completion average) cater to completionists, but the base experience feels complete even without chasing them. Best for fans of games like The Vanishing of Ethan Carter or Her Story, where atmosphere and narrative twists matter more than combat. If you thrive in slow, tense scenarios and don’t mind a steep learning curve, Skinface’s unsettling blend of espionage and domestic dramedy is worth the effort.
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