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Imaginary Friend Institution

Experience the not-so-ordinary life of a young institutionalized woman in the 1950’s. Amidst the daily struggles and overbearing loneliness, she often sees things that others do not. However, as the imaginary begins to seep into reality, she realizes she may not be as crazy as she once thought.

96%
of 57 reviews
$4.99
Released: Nov 18, 2025  •  Developer: Nightmare Emporium  •  Publisher: Nightmare Emporium

The Developer Says...

In this psychological horror game, experience the not-so-ordinary life of a young institutionalized woman in the 1950’s.

Annabelle Walker lives out her dark fate at Grimwell State Institution for the Mentally Insane, and amidst the daily struggles and overbearing loneliness, she often sees things that others do not. However, as the imaginary begins to seep into reality, Annabelle realizes she may not be as crazy as she once thought.

Key Features:

  • Average playtime of 2+ hours

  • Immersive storytelling, dialogue, cutscenes, and lore

  • Voice acting

  • Collectable outfits

  • Elements of exploration, stealth, platforming, and mystery

Back of the Box Details

Steam Deck

Unknown

DLC

1

DRM/EULA Notices

None

Achievements

None

Ratings

None

Demo

None

Metacritic

None

Content Notices

None

Controller Support

None

Reviews

96%

Overwhelmingly Positive

Based on 57 reviews


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