The Interlude

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The Interlude drops you in a dimly lit parking lot with nowhere to go and no clear way out. As a first-person simulator, it forces you to sit with the unease of waiting, doors creak, footsteps echo, and time drags in real time. Every decision feels pointless yet charged. You can search your bag, check your phone, or just stare at the cracked asphalt. But the 10-minute runtime ensures there’s no escaping the tension. This minimalist approach has made it a quiet hit among indie circles. With a 82% on Metacritic, players praise its ability to turn inaction into a stressor. The lack of dialogue or objectives lets the environment do the talking. Some call it a masterclass in atmospheric tension. Others say it’s the most anxiety-inducing thing they’ve played. Either way, it lingers longer than most games twice its length.