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WARD

About this game

WARD is a short psychological horror experience inspired by the unsettling, uncanny, and immersive atmosphere of horror classics from the late 90's.

You find yourself in a strange hospital ward—fluorescent lights hum, radios whisper static, and the halls stretch just a little too far. The exit is visible from the start, but something isn’t right.

To progress, you must observe carefully, revisit spaces, and act on what you think the game is asking of you. Subtle changes begin to surface. Objects shift. Sounds repeat when they shouldn’t.

The deeper you go, the clearer it becomes: something terrible happened here—and you’re closer to it than you think.

Features

  • Short but intense psychological horror experience

  • Looping corridor gameplay with shifting events and environments

  • Cryptic puzzles and environmental storytelling

  • Disturbing sound design and unsettling atmosphere

  • Retro-inspired visuals that capture the feel of classic horror

WARD

Awake enough to wander, but not to leave. WARD is a nightmare you may never escape.

Developer

1096studios

Publisher

1096studios

Release Date

11 May, 2026

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