Playable Archive, a self-contained horror game, has been released for free by developer DarkStone Digital and indie horror publishing label DreadXP. The game is a sampling of the central gameplay systems and ominous world of a larger project that will not be released. It is available to players now. The game follows a young couple as they stumble upon a hidden past in their home remodel, awakening a terrifying demon.
Players must decode the mysteries revealed through time to survive. The game's release is a way for the developer to honor the project's memory and offer something new to horror fans this Halloween. Brian Clarke, owner of DarkStone Digital, said releasing Playable Archive is a form of personal healing and a way to offer something new while working on new projects.
Players can visit DarkStone Digital’s website and follow them on Twitter for more information on their next projects. DreadXP is a leading independent horror games publisher that releases award-winning titles and uplifts indie dev community members. Their upcoming titles include Entropy, The Secret of Weepstone, and PIGFACE.