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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Horror, First-Person, Psychological Horror, Puzzle.

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A horror puzzle game about keeping the world from being forgotten, one box at a time. Control multiple switchboards, solve puzzle minigames and survive the horrors of this strange Association.

Reviews: 2 user reviews — 100% — of 2 reviews
Released: 2024-07-25
Developer: TezalCo Studios LLC
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation
Platforms: Windows

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    64% matchVery Positive94% of 1,305 reviews2025
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