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Delightful Wallpaper
Delightful WallpaperA cozy mansion mystery that beckons you inside the gloom
Mad Father
Mad FatherA chilling horror‑puzzle adventure in a haunted mansion.
Overview
Description

Set against a bleak, grey‑washed exterior, Delightful Wallpaper invites players to explore a shadowy mansion where the decor threatens to overwhelm. As you wander through dim corridors, the game slowly reveals a subtle, atmospheric mystery that rewards careful observation and curiosity. The adventure, crafted by veteran interactive fiction author Andrew Plotkin, blends thriller tension with gentle, puzzle‑like storytelling. It’s a single‑player experience designed for PC, Mac, and Linux, offering a contemplative escape for fans of narrative-driven mystery games.

Mad Father is a horror‑puzzle game that follows young Aya Drevis as she uncovers the dark secrets of her secluded mansion. After a terrifying night of walking corpses and supernatural events, Aya must navigate eerie rooms and solve intricate puzzles to rescue her father and reveal the truth behind his experiments. The game blends atmospheric storytelling with challenging brain‑teasers, delivering a tense single‑player experience that rewards careful exploration and keen observation. Available on PC, Mac, and Nintendo Switch, Mad Father offers indie horror fans a memorable, story‑driven journey.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Story-Rich
Horror
Best for
Fans of narrative-driven mystery and interactive fiction
Fans of horror‑puzzle indie games
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Andrew Plotkin
Sen
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
publisher
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PLAYISM
age rating
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ESRB T, PEGI 12
General
release date
2006-10-01
2012-12-10
msrp
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$9.99
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep, evocative writing
  • Strong sense of place and mood
  • Thoughtful mystery pacing
  • Runs on virtually any modern computer
  • Atmospheric and unsettling setting
  • Well‑designed puzzles that reward thought
  • Engaging, twist‑filled storyline
  • Available on multiple platforms
Cons
  • Limited visual presentation may deter some players
  • Puzzles can be obscure without external hints
  • Short overall length may leave some wanting more
  • Limited combat mechanics
  • Some puzzles can feel obscure
  • Short overall playtime
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