The Shattering

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About

The Shattering is a first-person, story-driven, psychological thriller. Its defining features are the dynamic environments, beautiful aesthetic and intriguing story. The gameplay is meant to submerge you in the mind of John, as you take each step forward into the twisted mystery of what happened.

Game Details

Developer:Super Sexy Software
Release:April 21, 2020
Metacritic:69
Platforms:
PC
IndieAtmosphericAdventureStory Rich

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