This new roguelike horror game’s unsettling atmosphere is winning over Steam players

No-Skin is one of those games that creeps up on you—both in terms of atmosphere and player interest. This pixel-art roguelike RPG launched on February 17 (after its demo came out in June 2024), and has been quietly carving its own niche on Steam, picking up "Very Positive" reviews along the way. Developed by NoEye-Soft, it leans into a psychological horror art style with an mix of strategy, narrative, and randomness.

At first glance, No-Skin looks like a typical roguelike with light RPG elements, but there’s something off about it—and that’s intentional. Players explore a dimly lit house, making choices that seem logical until the game suddenly reminds them they’re not really in control. Some have compared it to classic psychological horror experiences, where the game itself feels like it's toying with the player. Add in the unique art style—hand-drawn pixel characters against almost photorealistic backgrounds—and the whole thing starts to feel more unnerving.

The game doesn’t handhold. Instead, it lets players figure out the world and its mysteries for themselves. The main threat revolves around the 'No-Skin Man', and the deeper you go, the more disturbing things get. Between randomized encounters, unexpected twists, and a strong focus on atmosphere, it’s easy to see why players are drawn in.

Right now, No-Skin is sitting at a launch price of $5.94, with a 15% discount running until March 2. For anyone who enjoys roguelikes with a psychological horror twist, this one might be worth checking out before the price goes up.