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Severance is a 1-5 player paranormal investigation game… with a twist. Use tools and equipment to identify the correct ghost type while a dangerous, violent entity hunts you down. The twist? YOU can become the ghost. Choose Ghost AI, or an asymmetrical mode where a player takes the Ghost role.
SEVERANCE is a early access, horror and psychological horror game
developed and published by Sykes Games.
Released on October 31st 2025 is available in English only on Windows.
It has received 611 reviews of which 446 were positive and 165 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. 😐
The game is currently priced at 10.25€ on Steam.
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- OS *: Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i3 or AMD equivalent
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 / AMD Radeon HD 7750 or better
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 1 GB available space
- Sound Card: Integrated or dedicated
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There are plenty of negative reviews for Severance that raise valid points, and I do not want to dismiss those opinions. But I do think there is one major issue that needs to be addressed up front, because how you approach this game will likely determine whether you end up loving it or quitting in under an hour and leaving a negative review. This is an Early Access game, and right now it does not have a proper tutorial. It also does not walk you through how to play in any meaningful way. So if you are someone who jumps into a game without reading anything, expects to adapt quickly, and wants to fully understand the loop within 10 or 15 minutes, you may have a rough first experience. After reading numerous reviews, my impression is that many of the negative ones fall into that category, or were written before the game received some of its larger updates. If you go in with a little patience, do some light exploration before diving straight into hunts, and take the time to understand what the game is asking of you, there is a very good chance you will enjoy it. It also helps that the community around this game is fantastic. There are some phenomenal streamers and players who regularly run Severance, and many of them are more than willing to jump into games, explain the mechanics, and help new players understand the concepts and flow. If you give the game a fair chance, it can absolutely become one of those regular treasures in your Steam library. What I appreciate most is that Severance asks you to elevate your gameplay. It is not just about collecting true-or-false evidence or challenging yourself by doing no-evidence runs. From the very first hunt, the game pushes you to balance evidence gathering with actually studying the ghost’s behavior. That creates a challenging but rewarding gameplay loop, and it makes each hunt feel more involved than simply checking boxes on a list. The learning curve isn't so steep to make it unnecessarily difficult but it is definitely a welcomed deviation from many modern games that feel like they play themselves. I also really enjoy the ghost events sprinkled throughout the game. I do wish there were more of them, and hopefully that is something we see expanded over time, but what is there already adds a lot of atmosphere and tension. (Nothing quite like walking down the stairs and seeing a creeping doll run across the hallway... no thank you I will now stay upstairs) Playing as the ghost is another standout feature. I love that you have some control over certain evidence types and can make it more difficult for the hunters to gather all the details. That extra layer of interaction gives the game a different kind of tension and keeps both sides engaged. I do feel like playing as the ghost becomes more fun on higher difficulties as well as the kind of ghost that is selected. Not sure if there is a meaningful way to address this without messing up other things... maybe an ability that allows energy to replenish more rapidly under certain conditions. Just something to alleviate some of the standing around and waiting on lower difficulties. Five player gameplay is another great benefit and really helps you expand game nights a bit. One of my favorite design choices is the van... well not the van in an of itself, but rather how you can interact with it. Having hunters physically barricade themselves inside to stay protected from the ghost is a great idea. It feels fresh, and it adds a whole new layer of danger when you realize you can still be killed while trying to gather tools. Safety is an illusion, and you always have to be aware of what the ghost is doing. Overall, Severance is not a game I would recommend to someone who needs a polished tutorial, instant clarity, or a completely guided first hour and is not willing to engage with the community for assistance or slow down and read what information is available before casting judgment. But if you enjoy learning through play, paying attention to ghost behavior, not being perfect at first, and being part of a community that actively helps new players, this game has a lot to offer. It is rough in places, as Early Access games often are, but there is a genuinely strong and rewarding experience here for players willing to meet it on its own terms.
Its Phas but now you get to kill your friends! Each update keeps me playing for at least 2 hrs at a time. Yes it's still in Beta (and it shows), but the developer is working on it constantly, giving frequent updates, and listens to the community in their discord. While I wouldn't call it a great game yet, it has a lot of potential and passion behind it.
WE were asked if we wanted early release with bugs for testing or wait till its a little more polished. we all chose now. the fact people are complaining about a early access game with a single indi dev is wild. for what it is now is a good concept when it the issues that are known get fixed it will be amazing, give it time. would recomend
HONEST REVIEW SEVERANCE is the future model for investigative horror games Use a variety of some of your favorite tools and equipment + some different ones I have yet to experience; Locate the ghost room, find the evidence, and escape (with an added twist) from a PLAYER controlled ghost. The game play is as refreshing as other big name titles in the same genre. So you'll find a lot of those elements here. (AND MORE TO COME WITH EACH UPDATE!) For me, the jump scares are outstanding, the hunts are fun, and especially from the ghost's perspective it becomes really engaging. Buyers keep this in mind: The game is in VERY VERY VERY early access, and this is just a taste of what the game has to offer. You will find a decent amount of bugs as the game is in it's early stages; but fear not! The solo developer Sykes has been working tirelessly to make this game happen. Consistent updates are announced to the players, all FAQS are being answered, all player input is being taken into heavy consideration; and all other communication regarding the game is clear, quick, and exactly what you'd expect from a dev that cares about their product. SEVERANCE has the absolute potential to be the next biggest investigative horror game. If you're in the market for a game of this style, I'd strongly recommend joining the official discord which can be found on the store page for SEVERANCE (in the bottom right corner) For the price it is, the amount of heart the dev has for his game and it's players; and the absolute room for growth, I would definitely recommend SEVERANCE. 10/10
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Frequently Asked Questions
SEVERANCE is currently priced at 10.25€ on Steam.
No, SEVERANCE is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 10.25€ on Steam.
Yes, SEVERANCE received 446 positive votes out of a total of 611 achieving a rating of 6.97.
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SEVERANCE was developed and published by Sykes Games.
Yes, SEVERANCE is playable and fully supported on Windows.
No, SEVERANCE is not playable on MacOS.
No, SEVERANCE is not playable on Linux.
No, SEVERANCE is not playable on Steam Deck.
No, SEVERANCE is not playable on Steam Machine.
No, SEVERANCE does not support VR.
SEVERANCE is a multi-player game.
SEVERANCE features PvP mode where you can test your skills against other players.
No, SEVERANCE does not currently offer any DLC.
No, SEVERANCE does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
No, SEVERANCE does not support Steam Remote Play.
Yes, SEVERANCE 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.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for SEVERANCE.
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Multiplayer
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Online players
5
Developer
Sykes Games
Publisher
Sykes Games
Release
31 Oct 2025
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