DISTRAINT: Deluxe Edition

Nice, short, stylish, a bit sad, atmospheric adventure. This game slightly weaker, then previous from the autor, but still has great atmosphere. Gameplay realy simple and game realy close to walking simulator. Characters a bit shallow, but game really short, so you wouldn`t be annoyed by it. If you looking for a short, depressed, surreal story whithout lots of game mechanics you have come to the right place.

Nice little point and click game with decent horror moments, but what I really love is the message. It's a simple message, yet too many people in today's society fail to practice. Money isn't worth sacrificing your morals for. Really love that the developer delivered such a lovely story that I hope resonates with gamers. And be sure to play the sequel, which I think is essential to concluding the story.

This game is short and sweet or should I say "short and bitter" I'm really a fan of this kinds of experiences, so I'm totally biased, the game play it's actually really polished except with the one part of the house party that being honest has some cool mechanics and I admit, I got stuck for a good minute there.

Overall a really short game that has really visuals effects a polished pixelart and a good story (At least for me I was hoping on getting on a plot twist or some more developed story)

I'm Looking forward to play the next game by Jesse Makkonen.

Yeah, I'm never seizing property again...

Love the graphics and overall vibe. Pretty trippy at some points-- it was great.

Good little puzzle game. It was cool to start a new playthrough and see things from a new perspective.

100% I Recommend this game to all this game give many Life Lessons and can Develop your Mind also Play it

What a depressing game and what an important moral.

You are playing a gentleman who works for a company that "kicks" people out of their abodes. Your motivation is money, who would have thought?

Game is filled with many horror elements that are all "technically" harmless to the player. It will only damage your mental health. I almost got stuck in a room full of old Women but I thankfully found my way out.

I really like this art style and am excited to play the second game.

Don't play it if you crave warmth and happiness.

Not bad for an indie game. I love these pixel games with such a rich story and great soundtrack too it intensified the horror bits. Can't wait for more

quick little game that made me cry 9/10 :broken_heart:

I like the atmosphere, puzzles, characters.

But besides all above those, the game is so cheap to play when on sale. Love it

從設計和性價比而言是值得推薦的，但因為有的地方會卡死（這種輕量遊戲跟配置也沒有關係，就是單純bug），體驗不是很好

глибока історія

jogo curto, história fenomenal.

The game doesn’t rely on cheap jumpscares—instead, it creates an oppressive atmosphere through disturbing imagery, eerie sound design, and a creeping sense of guilt that seeps into the protagonist’s world.

The horror peaks in its surreal, nightmarish sequences, where reality distorts and Price’s psyche unravels. The sound design—distorted whispers, sudden screeches, and ominous droning—keeps you on edge, while grotesque visual shifts make each scene unpredictable. Moments like dimly lit corridors morphing into twisted nightmares or faces melting into monstrous grins hit hard, harder than that damn elephant.

With a short runtime, Distraint ensures every moment counts, steadily dragging you deeper into its suffocating horror. If you love psychological terror that lingers long after playing, this is a must-experience. I wish this was longer but it's well written.

Thank you for this great experience!

My rating: 5 GLOVES / 5 GLOVES

A hauntingly beautiful game that weaves a gripping narrative... makes for a memorable experience.

>few words i would like to say
>depressing
>cruel
>coward and most important
>GREED
>puzzel for mr. john was bad design but uff even being 2d game this game scared the crap out of me.

great game with intriguing story, at first i didn't think it would be very fun but i actually had a good time playing the game.

This game delivers a chilling psychological horror experience with a touching narrative. It's short but leaves a lasting impression. Perfect for fans of story/puzzle indie horror games!

Great game. Really nothing but praise. I loved the story, the puzzles were engaging but not too hard, game was scary but not in the jump scare senae (for the most part).

boring.

Love this game. Its depressing in a good way. Can't wait to play the 2nd one! ***TW** The ending can be too heavy for those who are emotional sensitive.

Very pretty and short. Puzzles are very simple.

Good story and soundtrack

belo jogo

+

Great game, it is short but fully worth it. The story is amazing and I would not fully call it a horror game it definitely had its moments. The story was amazing and the puzzles where fun. If your considering buying it do

This is a nice game, a short indie horror game. I love the plot, the music, the art, and the sound or jumpscare really got me lol. Honestly i really like it tho!

The best horor game

a good story and artistic story presentation keep the game in a good position

5/10

I dont even know what this game is about

This game ha a really strong message, and it hurts.

What goes around comes around.... fuck it

Briefly

It's a beautiful game with an incredible story and very beautiful drawings. After playing it you will definitely think about a lot of things.

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Full review

From the first seconds of the game we are greeted by a very pleasant visual and sound design. In the course of the game we solve various interesting puzzles. And with each chapter the plot draws you in more and more.

Throughout the game you will alternately experience two feelings: anxiety and peace. Tense moments and plot twists are grammatically placed in the game. You are given time to rest before being forced to experience strong emotions again.

I highly recommend this game to play!

At least it was short.

This is a really good game, It's worth this price

6/10

Nice Storyline

DISTRAINT is a 2 D thriller puzzle game, gameplay comparison
Poor. My gameplay is badly lightning resistant, but the atmosphere rendering is not good
Wrong, especially because of the plot. Price is a determined
A new worker who wants to get ahead in the world is responsible for going there on behalf of the boss.
Some "difficult" tenants forced them to sign off at home, and from there they left.
At one point, he gradually began to reflect on his life's worth
(Price) where.
A friendly and gentle Mrs. Gedwin was unable to pay her rent.
Evicted and hospitalized with a stroke the next day; One lives on a highway.
Mr Taylor, in the road planning area, was forced to watch himself live for years
The wooden house was forcibly demolished; I want to have a farewell part before leaving.
Mr Jones, who could not afford to pay, was also evicted from the rental.
In the process, Price repeatedly had hallucinations and saw himself dying.
Parents use various means to call their own conscience, and are going to the doctor.
After the house "visited" the old lady and chased away Mr Jones, he saw
The old lady's obituary, repented in front of Mrs. Gedwin's tomb, and stood firm.
My heart quit my job. After coming to the company, he took a call from three bosses.
The recording sheds more light on the company's concerns for the three "customers."
Face also became more determined to quit his job. But when he saw it,
The company's dedicated office door number for itself, everything before it
His remorse evaporated immediately, and he ultimately chose to stay at the company.
At the end...
At this point, the game turned and everything I had experienced was old.
Price told the clerk who came to collect his property about his past.
He tried to convince employees not to be like himself“Just press
Act according to the rules.”But the staff just urged him to move out as soon as possible. year
The light clerk turned and walked out of the room. There was a dull gunshot.
He wouldn't have expected the suicide note left by the old man in the room behind him.
That short word: What causes, what fruits.
As he stated at the beginning,“My humanity can be sold,
And I did sell it, and from that moment on my life began to sink.
I collapsed, and this is my story.”。That's why he was.
Things, a story of regret and reflection. Years later in the distance
The valley echoed, and once again the cycle of money and greed battled.

Quite boring

As fun as a 9 to 5 job.

i love this.

老玩家诸葛亮戏评

此作《恐惧豪华版》虽为小品之作，却在短短数小时内带来了深刻的心理冲击与人性反思。正所谓：人心难测，贪念害己，游戏以简约的像素画风叙述了一段令人心惊的故事。

优点：
- 故事紧凑，虽短却引人深思，每一个情节都直指人性黑暗与悔恨。
- 画面虽简，色彩与氛围渲染巧妙，配合音效，极具沉浸感。
- 解谜设计简洁明了，操作轻松，老年玩家亦能无碍体验剧情。
- 一人制作，无资产翻转与廉价手法，诚意满满。

不足之处：
- 由于主题涉及自残与精神折磨，某些情节可能对敏感玩家造成不适。

老夫感悟：
《恐惧》以简驭繁，虽为短小之作，却带来了深刻的反思与启发。游戏如同一面镜子，映射出人类内心的欲望与良知的挣扎，令人不禁反思何为真正的代价。此作实乃精神修炼的一场考验，正所谓：心有所感，方能自省。

总评：短小精悍，耐人寻味。

诸葛亮
戊寅年秋于书房

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Great game. Loved the art style and story.

it's ok

BU OYUNU HANGİ KAFAYLA YAPTINIZ AMK

Distraint is a beautiful pixel experience among indie psychological games. I first played it on Android and now on PC. And I have to admit that the Steam Deluxe Edition, with its colourful elements, is fantastic, unlike its standard counterpart.

Now for the overall gameplay experience:

You play as Price, a young man who tells his story of regret for his 'ambitious' choices. Here, the player can reflect on Price's actions. Was what happened in the story a natural consequence of his own emotional immaturity and the choices of the tenants he influenced? Was it the system that was ultimately evil, playing with people's destinies? Or was it the businessmen, always obsessed with ambition, who acted in the name of 'the law'?
Or was it a combination of factors, where no one is really black and white, but morally grey?
The developer obviously wanted to make a critique of the capitalist system, but also connect it to a deeper level. There are a lot of interesting scenes where the dev shows how corrupt the system is, but also how impressionable and childish Price is to a certain extent.
Now, I don't agree with many of Price's perceptions and some of his actions, but I also don't agree with some of the moral messages that the game tries to give us.

Ultimately, the game is open to interpretation, and it's a nice opportunity to reflect on our society and its flaws.

As for the horror part, I was expecting some mild horror, probably in the style of Mad Father or a similar title. The bobble head characters definitely remind me of Dead Road to Canada, very funny like.
What distinguishes Distraint is the constant fog-like atmosphere, the eerie music and the background effects, the latter of which keep you in suspense. The way you have to move around the rooms can also add to the tension. The whole story seems to be the product of a nightmare projected onto an old film.
It's a very curated way of presenting horror in pixels. There are a few references to sayings that come to life as part of Price's hallucinations, and because the theme remains a social and serious one, the game remains engaging for the most part.

I conclusion. Do I recommend it?
For the most part, yes. I do. It's a nice little game, don't expect it to be Silent Hill in pixels, this is an indie Game, and a short one. But it's worth the try, for what it offers. If you enjoy story rich games and your system hasn't the specs for a heavy horror game, this is a good option for a mildly chilling experience.

Very good for a 2D game, mostly the sound and sudden changes of the scene is what makes it horror. The story is sad and it makes you question your own choices in life