
MATCHLIGHT
A downloadable game for Windows
NOTE: Initial test build. English text translation added! 30 minutes of gameplay.

Strike matches to see your way through the darkness and reach for the light to keep your sanity from the monsters hunting you. Scavenge for supplies and find the exit before the terrors in the shadows overcome you.


Haunting sounds and flickering matches immerse you completely in the nightmare of the abandoned mansion.


- Playtime: About 30 minutes of immersive horror.
- Ending: This build serves as a prototype and concludes with a "To Be Continued" screen.
- Development Status: We are at the very beginning. This build represents about 10% of the planned ideas and content.
- Inspirations: A mix of Amnesia's sanity management, the iconic PSX aesthetics of Silent Hill and Resident Evil, and a touch of SCP Foundation mystery.

| Input | Action |
| WASD | Move |
| SPACE | Light a match |
| SHIFT | Run |
| F | Interact |
| 1, 2, 3 | Use item in inventory slot |
| ESC | Pause |

📢 WE NEED YOUR HELP!
This is an early prototype, and your thoughts will shape the future of MATCHLIGHT.
- What scared you?
- What was frustrating?
- How was the gameplay?
👉 CLICK HERE TO FILL THE 60-SECOND FEEDBACK FORM / RUS
Leave your name in the form to get into the Special Thanks section of the credits!

- Alexander Gurov - Game design, Programming
- Georgy Emelyanov - Sound assets
- Anastasia Muratova - UI assets
- Hutski 3D - 3D assets for the environment

ГЕЙМПЛЕЙ
Зажигайте спички, чтобы видеть путь во тьме, и стремитесь к свету, чтобы не сойти с ума от охотящихся на вас монстров. Ищите припасы и постарайтесь найти выход, пока страхи во мраке тебя не одолели.
АТМОСФЕРА
Жуткие звуки и дрожащий свет спички создают эффект полного погружения в кошмар заброшенного поместья.
- Время прохождения: Около 30 минут глубокого погружения в хоррор.
- Финал: Этот билд является прототипом и заканчивается заставкой «Продолжение следует».
- Статус разработки: Мы находимся в самом начале пути. Текущая сборка воплощает лишь около 10% от всех запланированных идей и контента.
- Источники вдохновения: Сочетание механик рассудка из Amnesia, культовой PSX-эстетики Silent Hill и Resident Evil, а также в духе SCP Foundation.
| Status | Prototype |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Rating | Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars (5 total ratings) |
| Author | GurovsGames001 |
| Genre | Survival |
| Tags | Atmospheric, First-Person, Horror, Low-poly, Monsters, PSX (PlayStation), Psychological Horror, Retro, Short |
| Average session | About a half-hour |
| Languages | English, Russian |
| Inputs | Keyboard, Mouse |
Download
Download
MATCHLIGHT_0.0.2_Windows.zip 309 MB
Install instructions
Unpack, run the .exe, and survive!
If you found the game atmospheric, please rate us and share your thoughts in the comments! Good luck!
Development log
- English text translation added!50 days ago






Comments
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Вот это я понимаю, вайб страха - мурашки по всему телу. Игра имбы!
I have to say, I’m a big fan of retro-style games, and the atmosphere in this one is definitely a standout. While the monsters might seem a bit 'clumsy' at times, overall, it’s still a solid experience.
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Thank you so much for playing and for your review! I'm so glad you enjoyed the atmosphere. The monster is still in development, and with the next update, the gameplay will definitely get better. I'll be checking out your projects too!