Decarnation

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Decarnation plunges you into a haunting, dreamlike adventure where reality and fantasy become one. Inspired by some of the most influential surrealist works (Silent Hill, the original tale of Alice in Wonderland, films by David Lynch and Satoshi Kon...)

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Developer:
Atelier QDB
Publisher:
Shiro Unlimited
Engine:
Unity
Release date:
31 May 2023
Recent Steam reviews:
Very Positive (26)
All Steam reviews:
Very Positive (942)

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Description

Decarnation plunges you into a haunting, dreamlike adventure where reality and fantasy become one. Inspired by some of the most influential surrealist works (Silent Hill, the original tale of Alice in Wonderland, films by David Lynch and Satoshi Kon...), allow yourself to be swept away by an intense and mesmerising story, oscillating between dreams and nightmares.

Gloria is a cabaret dancer at the end of her rope. As her career, relationships and self-esteem begin to deteriorate, a mysterious patron makes her an offer she couldn’t possibly refuse. Will this event mark the end of her recent struggles , or the beginning of her descent into hell?
Decarnation is a story of survival, where monsters and nightmares weave themselves into the fabric of everyday life. Get ready for a poignant and captivating adventure!

With a wide variety of mini-games, Decarnation expertly brings together the classic elements of horror and adventure games, where each challenge requires consideration, responsiveness and coordination. Solve cryptic riddles, confront ominous enemies and explore a bewildering world...

Decarnation's Rêve and Cauchemar soundtracks feature contributions from numerous artists, including the renowned composer Akira Yamaoka (Silent Hill) whose works blend horror and the paranormal, breathing life into this nightmarish tale.

"I'm delighted to have been able to take part in the development of Decarnation [...] I've developed a special bond with this game.

Numerous references and inspirations from cult horror works have shaped the world of Decarnation - can you spot them all?

Recommended system requirements

minimum*

OS *:
Windows Vista/7/8/10
Processor:
1.7+ GHz or better
Memory:
1 GB RAM
Graphics:
Must support OpenGL 2.1 or higher. Intel HD 3000 or better
Storage:
2 GB available space

recommended*

Not specified

User reviews

EngelOvO!
Recommended | 17 Jan 2026
6.0h played

Drowning in the tank, buried underground. Grasping for breath as decay takes hold. Ulcers breed and burst— From rotten flesh, the self unearths. This body still bears the waves, while the heart has arrived in light.

Helpful: 12
LemonShoe
Recommended | 18 Jan 2026
3.7h played

It's a slow burn, but it might be worth it if you like a game all about finding your inner power, especially if you're someone who was taught from a young age to comply with certain grown-up figures or a certain type of

Helpful: 12
Dreamie 💕🎮🌈
Recommended | 13 Jan 2026
5.8h played

much like the monsters featured in the game, deincarnation is an amalgamation, mixing puzzle, battle, and rhythm properties in an atmosphere inspired by satoshi kon’s works. it’s a rather fascinating experience, diving

Helpful: 6
Scavenger Six
Not recommended | 05 May 2026
5.2h played

There were things about Decarnation that I truly enjoyed, but a lot more things that I did not. The puzzles, game design, art style, eldritch and body horror were all great. But the story itself was a serious letdown.

Helpful: 5
Hello_Vanille
Not recommended | 02 Feb 2026
5.1h played

SPOILER ALERT Okay, the game is problematic. Like a joke. I'm not saying I disagree with those who liked the game, that's not the point. The point is that, from a psychological view, you need to be careful when dealing

Helpful: 5
souzam142086
Recommended | 01 Jan 2026
8.9h played

Very f*cking cool game. Went into this blind and was really surprised at how much i got wrapped into the story. The pixel art is beautiful the music is amazing and the devs really made something special here. Finished

Helpful: 4