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"Father's Day" - a psychological thriller that is a spin-off and prequel to the game "Find Yourself". The dream of living happily ever after was destroyed after Phil lost his wife and son. Obsessed with the desire to return them, he develops a plan.
Father's Day is a indie, psychological horror and simulation game
developed and published by EMIKA_GAMES.
Released on October 22nd 2022 is available only on Windows
in 2 languages: English and Russian.
It has received 993 reviews of which 859 were positive and 134 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. 😎
The game is currently priced at 5.69€ on Steam.
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Windows
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: WINDOWS® 7, 8, 8.1, 10 (64-BIT Required)
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-3470 or AMD Ryzen™ 3 1200
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 760 2GB / AMD Radeon R9 280 3GB
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 18 GB available space
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Father's Day, developed and published by EMIKA_GAMES, is a compact yet emotionally charged psychological horror experience that leans heavily into atmosphere, narrative tension, and thematic weight rather than mechanical complexity. Positioned as both a prequel and a spin-off to Find Yourself, the game stands on its own while quietly expanding the developer’s broader narrative universe. From the outset, it establishes a somber and unsettling tone, signaling that the horror here will be rooted more in grief, obsession, and psychological unraveling than in constant shocks or action-driven scares. The story revolves around Phil, a scientist whose life has been irrevocably broken by the loss of his wife and son. Consumed by grief and desperation, he begins to pursue the impossible—searching for a version of reality in which his family might still be alive. This central premise gives Father’s Day a strong emotional backbone, framing the player’s journey as one shaped by sorrow, denial, and moral ambiguity. The narrative unfolds gradually through environmental details, documents, audio cues, and shifting perspectives, allowing players to piece together the truth rather than having it delivered outright. The decision to let players experience the story through multiple characters adds texture to the narrative, offering different emotional lenses and reinforcing the sense that no single viewpoint fully captures the tragedy at the heart of the game. In terms of gameplay, Father’s Day firmly occupies the walking simulator space, emphasizing exploration and observation over interaction-heavy mechanics. Players spend most of their time navigating eerie interiors, abandoned locations, and unsettling environments that feel heavy with unspoken history. Interactions are simple—picking up objects, reading notes, listening to recordings—but they serve a clear purpose in deepening immersion and narrative clarity. While there is a brief segment that leans into more traditional survival horror elements, the game largely avoids combat or complex systems, choosing instead to maintain a steady, deliberate pace. This approach works well for players who appreciate slow-burn horror and narrative focus, though it may feel restrictive to those looking for more dynamic or mechanically demanding gameplay. The game’s atmosphere is one of its strongest assets. Visual design relies on muted colors, dim lighting, and carefully framed spaces that create unease without resorting to excess. Environments often feel claustrophobic or oppressively quiet, encouraging players to remain alert even during moments of apparent calm. Sound design plays a crucial role here, with ambient noises, distant echoes, and subtle audio cues constantly reinforcing tension. Rather than overwhelming the player with loud stingers, the audio design excels at making silence feel threatening, heightening anticipation and psychological discomfort as the story progresses. While Father’s Day succeeds in crafting a compelling mood and narrative, it is not without its rough edges. Some transitions between scenes can feel abrupt, and certain mechanics—particularly stealth or chase moments—lack the polish found in larger-budget horror titles. Occasional technical hiccups and uneven pacing in specific sections may momentarily disrupt immersion. However, these issues rarely overshadow the core experience, especially for players who value storytelling and atmosphere over mechanical refinement. Ultimately, Father’s Day is a focused and introspective horror game that leaves a lasting impression through its themes rather than its scares. It explores grief, loss, and obsession with a seriousness that feels genuine, using its short runtime to deliver a tightly constructed narrative rather than overstaying its welcome. For fans of psychological horror, walking simulators, and story-driven indie games, it offers a haunting journey that lingers long after the final scene. While it may not appeal to those seeking action-heavy or replay-oriented horror, it stands as a strong example of how restraint, mood, and emotional storytelling can create an unsettling and memorable experience. Rating: 8/10
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Father’s Day is one of the longest and most rewarding Emika Games experiences I’ve played so far. My first playthrough took about 2.5 hours, and I’m already planning a second run to finish up the remaining achievements—something I don’t always feel compelled to do with walking-sim horror games. The narrative jumps between perspectives—Phil, the police, and a family member—and while that structure can make the story a bit difficult to follow at times, it ultimately fits well with the game’s themes and ties meaningfully into its role as a prequel to another title. Instead of feeling disjointed, it slowly pieces itself together the more you experience. As always with Emika Games, the sound design does the heavy lifting. From subtle creaks to sharp stingers, from distant movement to oppressive silence, the audio continuously builds tension and sells every environment. These games depend on atmosphere more than complexity, and Emika consistently excels in crafting that immersive, unsettling mood. The extended length works in the game’s favor. Despite the runtime being longer than most of the developer’s titles, I never felt bored or frustrated. Each act switches tone and perspective just enough to keep the experience fresh, and the puzzles require more attention and thought than usual—still approachable, but more engaging than previous entries. Overall, Father’s Day stands out as one of Emika’s stronger titles. A great atmosphere, solid scares, effective storytelling, and a longer structure that actually benefits the experience. A strong buy for fans of narrative-driven horror. The Ember Archives https://store.steampowered.com/curator/45601239/
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creepy visuals, a tense mood, and some genuinely unsettling moments. The storytelling is fragmented but intriguing, and the atmosphere does a lot of heavy lifting. That said, the pacing is uneven, with long stretches of slow movement or unclear objectives that can pull you out of the experience. Some scares hit, others feel a bit too familiar or overused. If you enjoy indie horror with a strong vibe, it’s worth checking out
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This is a sequel to EMIKA GAMES' "Find Yourself" - or rather it's more like a prequel. I only recommend it if you were interested at all in Find Yourself. The writing and plot is Father's Day is a jumbled mess of slop - but some of the scares, as opposed to Find Yourself, were pretty decent in my opinion. They were also spaced out better. Graphics and audio are fantastic, gameplay is boring and simplistic, writing is atrocious, a few scares were good. So... I recommend it, barely. Not for most people.
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The game is good but it is recommended to buy it when it in a discount. Unfortunately, The scary characters in the game quickly become repetitive and their presence becomes commonplace. Also, the story is very short. However the game story is good not bad. Overall 5/10.
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Father's Day is currently priced at 5.69€ on Steam.
Father's Day is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 5.69€ on Steam.
Father's Day received 859 positive votes out of a total of 993 achieving a rating of 8.19.
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Father's Day was developed and published by EMIKA_GAMES.
Father's Day is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Father's Day is not playable on MacOS.
Father's Day is not playable on Linux.
Father's Day is a single-player game.
Father's Day does not currently offer any DLC.
Father's Day does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Father's Day does not support Steam Remote Play.
Father's Day is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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22 Oct 2022
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