Thalassaphobia-inducing side-scrolling puzzler Silt is out now
It casts you as a lone diver stranded in an otherworldly ocean
Explore, swap consciousness with bizarre sea creatures, and unravel the mysteries of this alien underwater realm

Ah, the deep ocean—a source of awe and dread for many. A place most wisely observe from behind a thin barrier of steel. Yes, the ocean can be terrifying. And if you’re craving that eerie unease, Silt delivers pure, immersive horror.

It’s probably not terrifying—but if you’re like me and harbor a deep fear of the abyss, this side-scrolling puzzler will trigger your thalassophobia. You play as a solitary diver, lost in a surreal, eldritch sea, desperate to uncover its secrets.

Your only tool? The power to inhabit the minds of strange oceanic beings. A jagged, piranha-like creature, for instance, can chew through the chains that bind you.

Kicking up silt

Silt is refreshingly simple: avoid deadly traps and use your mind-swapping ability with care. But where it truly shines is in its visuals and atmosphere—its haunting monochrome aesthetic evokes the mood of Inside or Limbo.

If you crave speedruns or step-by-step guidance, Silt might frustrate you. Like many indie puzzles, it communicates through ambiguity. But if you surrender to its rhythm, you may find yourself entranced by the horror and beauty of this strange, submerged world.

And while we’re talking horror, you might be surprised how well mobile handles the genre. Why not explore our curated list of the best horror games on Android and discover some chilling picks to try today?