Indie Horror MOLE Earns Overwhelmingly Positive Steam Rating With 97% Positive Reviews
MOLE's strong reception shows that a short, focused horror game with careful pacing and a clear narrative can stand alongside genre hits like Mouthwashing without replicating their formula.
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Off Black Creations' psychological horror game MOLE has achieved an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' rating on Steam, with 97% of 1,800 user reviews being positive. Set inside a giant drilling machine descending deep underground, the game blends exploration, vehicle operation, and flashbacks. The developer's tight 2.5-hour runtime and focus on atmosphere have drawn comparisons to Mouthwashing, though the article notes different thematic directions.
Off Black Creations' MOLE has climbed to an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' rating on Steam, with 97% of 1,800 reviews in its favor. The game places players as the helmsman of a massive drilling machine that burrows deep underground. Gameplay cycles between exploring the silent vessel, restoring systems, and confronting the protagonist's past through flashbacks. The article compares MOLE to Mouthwashing, noting both share a confined setting and psychological decay, but argues MOLE's horror stems from willful descent into obsession rather than helplessness. At roughly 2.5 hours, the game packs exploration, chase sequences, and story into a concise package. The reviewer calls it one of the best horror games of the first half of 2026, praising its clear design and lack of filler. MOLE is available on Steam for 1,500 yen.
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