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Leta’s life changed in one moment. She and her friend Lina found an old music box in the mountains... and soon Lina disappeared, leaving behind only a photograph and the ominous music box. Uncover the secrets in atmospheric third-person horror game.
Wire Lips is a adventure, indie and gore game
developed by AIHASTO
and published by Volens Nolens Games.
Released on January 17th 2020 is available only on Windows
in 5 languages: English, Russian, Traditional Chinese, Portuguese - Portugal and Turkish.
It has received 381 reviews of which 336 were positive and 45 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. 😎
The game is currently priced at 0.79€ on Steam with a 92% discount, but you can find it for less on Eneba.
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Windows
- OS *: Windows 7/8/10
- Processor: Intel Core i5-2300 @ 2,80 GHz, AMD FX 8120 @ 3.1 GHz
- Memory: 4096 MB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GT 630 / 650m, AMD Radeon HD6570 or equivalent
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 1024 MB available space
- Sound Card: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
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Its beautifull and great game but it wasnt that much scary for me, i got like once jumpscared but thats all. But its good game. And i like the characters, enviroment and graphics
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Wire Lips, developed by AIHASTO and published by Volens Nolens Games, is a short psychological horror experience that focuses more on atmosphere and subtle tension than on overt scares or complex gameplay mechanics. Set in a vaguely surreal, shifting environment, the game casts you as Leta, a young woman drawn into a disturbing mystery after the disappearance of her friend Lina. What begins as a simple, almost serene exploration of an abandoned building quickly descends into an unsettling psychological maze. The game offers little hand-holding, and that ambiguity—combined with its surreal aesthetic—forms the backbone of its identity. At a visual level, Wire Lips leans into its indie roots with a style that’s minimalist but purposeful. Dim lighting, decayed interiors, and occasional flickers of visual distortion combine to create an oppressive atmosphere. The environment doesn’t try to be hyper-realistic, but instead uses its simplicity to disorient and unnerve. There’s a strong sense of unease as you move through rooms that feel lived-in yet lifeless, as if something has just left—or is watching you quietly. The sound design enhances this, with ambient creaks, whispers, and the occasional disturbing audio cue helping to sell the game's eerie tone. While the graphical fidelity isn’t cutting-edge, it serves the narrative well by keeping players focused on mood rather than spectacle. Gameplay is deliberately minimalistic. The player walks through the environment, collects items, solves light puzzles, and occasionally triggers supernatural or disorienting events. These puzzles are rarely difficult, and the game doesn’t lean into traditional “fail state” horror—there are no chase sequences, no enemies to fight or flee from. Instead, it plays more like a narrative adventure, where the horror unfolds gradually through changes in the environment and subtle storytelling clues. This stripped-down design can be refreshing for players looking for a slower-paced, contemplative experience, but it may also feel underwhelming for those who expect a more interactive or challenge-driven horror title. One of Wire Lips’ most polarizing aspects is its storytelling—or rather, its sparing use of it. The narrative unfolds in fragments, leaving much open to interpretation. There’s a vague sense of trauma and loss lingering in the background, and while there are documents, visuals, and symbolic objects that hint at what’s really happening, the game offers few concrete answers. This ambiguity adds to the discomfort and mystery but may frustrate players who prefer a more cohesive or resolved plot. The emotional core—Leta’s search for her missing friend—is present, but lightly sketched, making it difficult at times to feel truly invested in the characters despite the heavy atmosphere. In terms of pacing and length, Wire Lips is very much a short-form experience, with most players completing it in under two hours. While this brevity fits its tight, atmospheric design, it also limits the scope of what the game can explore. There’s little room for character development, and while the final moments are appropriately surreal and unsettling, the ending may feel abrupt or unearned depending on how much attention the player has paid to the environmental storytelling along the way. The game seems less interested in offering a neatly wrapped conclusion than in evoking a lingering feeling of unease and confusion. Technically, the game runs fairly smoothly, with only a few minor bugs reported. Controls are straightforward, though some players might find the walking speed slow and the interactions slightly clunky. The lack of a map or hint system can cause a few moments of frustration, especially when backtracking through nearly identical rooms. Yet these flaws are generally minor and don’t detract too significantly from the overall experience. The game's design choices—especially its slow pacing and minimalist mechanics—are clearly intentional, aiming to immerse players in a strange, introspective world rather than dazzle them with complexity or action. Overall, Wire Lips is a niche title that won’t appeal to everyone, but for fans of slow-burning psychological horror with a strong focus on atmosphere and ambiguity, it offers a unique, if brief, journey into the unsettling. It’s a game that values tone over clarity, suggestion over exposition. Those who appreciate indie horror experiences that challenge you to interpret their meaning—games like Anatomy, Paratopic, or Lone Survivor—will likely find something worthwhile here. For others seeking a more traditional narrative or a gameplay-heavy experience, Wire Lips may feel too vague or limited to leave a lasting impression. Still, as a compact, experimental horror piece, it succeeds in creating a haunting experience that lingers after the credits roll. Rating: 8/10
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Крутая инди страшилка, пугает не только скриммерами а сюжетом и загадками) | Cool indie horror story, scares not only with screamers but also with the plot and riddles)
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This is a short walking simulator style horror game. Most of the time is spent walking around the same rooms in a small apartment, and occasionally you solve a puzzle. As a game it might feel lacking because of that. But as horror I think it does a really good job. Honestly, nothing much happens at first. You walk through the apartment over and over. But things get stranger and more disturbing. The genius of spending so much time in the apartment is that you start to memorize everything about it just from seeing the same rooms over and over. So when something changes, even subtly, you notice it. I really enjoyed how some of the horror moments were delivered. There are some typical cinematic jump scares, but what I really appreciated were the moments where things were much more subtle. In one of my favorite moments (slight spoilers so you can experience it fresh), you can optionally enter the bathroom near the beginning. I did this and looked in the mirror . At first I didn't notice anything, but then I saw two white dots glowing in the dark above the main character's head. I stopped the camera and stared at the mirror , and slowly realized that it was eyes, and something standing behind me. And then it was gone. The game didn't give me any sound cues. It didn't direct the camera to make sure I notice this event. I could have missed it if I didn't pay attention. But, because of that, it was really creepy, and the perfect horror moment IMO. There are 2 secret items you can find in each chapter. Find them all, you can experience an alternate ending. So there's kind of some replayability. In terms of gameplay it might be disappointing, but as a strange and unsettling experience I think it does a really good job.
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I enjoyed the similarities to Miside, you can tell that the devs have an affinity to certain tropes and elements. Cute little game.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wire Lips is currently priced at 0.79€ on Steam.
Wire Lips is currently available at a 92% discount. You can purchase it for 0.79€ on Steam.
Wire Lips received 336 positive votes out of a total of 381 achieving a rating of 8.18.
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Wire Lips was developed by AIHASTO and published by Volens Nolens Games.
Wire Lips is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Wire Lips is not playable on MacOS.
Wire Lips is not playable on Linux.
Wire Lips is a single-player game.
Wire Lips does not currently offer any DLC.
Wire Lips does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Wire Lips does not support Steam Remote Play.
Wire Lips 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 Wire Lips.
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Volens Nolens Games
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17 Jan 2020
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