Explore a short story-driven adventure laced with psychological horror. Interact with objects to uncover details about the world, the narrative, and protagonist Mike, a man facing shattered dreams after unexpected news upends his stable life. Some items spark flashback memories, while choices shape later events and lead to multiple endings.
This indie PC game builds tension through suspense, atmosphere, and narrative depth, with no combat involved. Custom character artwork and music enhance the mature tone, which tackles real-life issues and may disturb sensitive players. It suits adults who savor exploration and thoughtful decision-making in the dark.
WARNING! The story touches on real-life issues and is mature in tone, so the game is not intended for children. Some may even find some scenes in the game to be disturbing or upsetting. Proceed at your own risk.
Traum is a short, story-driven adventure with psychological horror elements. It encourages the player to explore as interacting with objects reveals more about the world, the story, and the main character himself. Many of the objects can be interacted with multiple times and some items trigger flashback memories of days past. During the gameplay there are also choices that will affect some future events.
Traum has no combat as it relies on suspense, atmosphere, and storytelling. The game has multiple endings where the player must rely on their past interactions to make the choice. Traum also has fully custom character artwork and music.
Plot
You're Mike, a common man who had it all planned out. A loving wife, a house and a steady income. The American dream.
Now stuck with a dull office job and a terrible boss, family was all he got. Tensions from work were carried over to home and while not everything was full of champagne and rose petals, dreams and plans were still intact. Until that one fateful day.
Can even the best of plans be shattered by unexpected news?
For the best experience, play Traum with your lights turned off.
