Indie horror fans, take note — The Flayed Man, a surreal point-and-click horror game from Snoring Dog Games, has just been announced, and it’s coming to Steam and itch.io on April 17th, 2025.
Whats even better is that it will be free to play, with an optional supporter’s pack or a pay-what-you-want model for those who want to back the developers.
The game’s announcement trailer gives a haunting first look at the eerie world of The Flayed Man, which follows a grotesque protagonist —skinless, memoryless, and trapped in a decayed, otherworldly house. To escape, players will need to uncover past sins, pass judgment, and ultimately determine the fate of the Flayed Man. It’s shaping up to be a psychological horror experience drenched in unsettling atmosphere, with a heavy emphasis on narrative-driven exploration.
Point-and-click horror games have always excelled at delivering slow-burning dread, and The Flayed Man looks to continue that tradition with its grotesque setting and themes of morality and memory. From what’s been shown so far, the game appears to embrace a grim, handcrafted aesthetic — think Darkwood meets The Cat Lady, with a touch of Sanitarium’s disturbing surrealism.
Snoring Dog Games, a UK-based indie studio, is making its debut with The Flayed Man, and it’s clear they have a passion for telling dark, unique stories through games. With the freedom of a pay-what-you-want model, it’ll be interesting to see how their twisted vision plays out.
The Flayed Man is available to wishlist on Steam now, and fans can follow its progress on itch.io and Bluesky or join the mailing list for updates. You can watch the new trailer below, and if you’re into eerie, story-driven horror, this is one to keep an eye on.
