Dissolving

Dissolving

Flying Whale · June 14, 2019 · Indie, Visual Novel, Horror, Free to Play, Dark

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Very Positive88% · 416
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Dissolving price

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About Dissolving

Her ex-boyfriend became a shut-in. The girl goes to visit him... then things start to go wrong. They always do, right? Experience two stories about digital gods and loss. And remember - believe in the net.

Dissolving — game info

Platforms
Windows
Player modes
Single-player
Controller
Full controller support
PC Game Pass
Not included

DLC & expansions

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

✦ AI summary

Dissolving is a short free psychological horror visual novel that players appreciate for its unsettling atmosphere, intriguing art style, and hidden secrets that reward exploration, with many praising its compelling narrative and creepy vibe. However, some find the experience too brief and rough around the edges, feeling that the hand-drawn aesthetic and audio don't quite land as intended and questioning whether the overall execution matches its ambitious atmosphere.

Recommended May 31, 2026
Somebody please make a Dissolving top so that I can run around with an upside down face on my body (◎︹◎;)
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Recommended Aug 10, 2026
cool short spooky game : P
Recommended Jun 4, 2026
Dissolving is a free-to-play psychological horror visual novel developed and published by Flying Whale that delivers a surprisingly complex and unsettling experience despite its relatively short length. Rather than relying on conventional horror techniques, the game focuses on existential dread, internet mythology, emotional trauma, and surreal storytelling. Through a combination of mysterious narrative threads, atmospheric presentation, and thought-provoking themes, it creates an experience that feels both intimate and deeply unsettling. The story centers on a young woman who decides to reconnect with her former boyfriend after learning that he has become isolated from society. What initially appears to be a personal drama quickly evolves into something far stranger. As the protagonist investigates his circumstances, she becomes entangled in a web of disturbing mysteries involving obscure online communities, cryptic entities, and ideas that challenge the boundaries between reality and imagination. The narrative gradually expands beyond its personal beginnings, introducing concepts that feel increasingly cosmic and difficult to comprehend. One of the game's strongest qualities is…
Recommended May 24, 2026
This was a short but delightful little horror experience! Loved the art style, the music choices, and the overall story was compelling and well-written. I would love to see more of this universe!
Recommended Apr 26, 2026
I've had this game in my account for some time and I had a lot of fun finding all the little hidden secrets it has
Recommended Apr 20, 2026
Spectacular! There's more to this game than it first seems - make sure to check out one of the guides if you're not sure. There are quite a few hidden secrets. Loved the creepy art and vibe of the game

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