Tenebris Somnia channels the old-school appeal of classic point-and-click adventures, survival horror, and full-motion-video (FMV) experiences, then smartly modernizes them to create a creepy, entertaining experience. Surviving the twisted threats of a demonic dream world is a tightly packed adventure that rewards you with what’s essentially an impressive indie horror film peppered throughout. It’s a nightmare you may not want to wake up from.

The blend of live-action and in-game storytelling works well in Tenebris Somina’s adventure, which begins when protagonist Julia visits the apartment of her filmmaker ex-boyfriend, Ivan, after suffering recurring nightmares of him being massacred by monsters. What begins as a well-meaning check-in on his status spirals down an unsettling rabbit hole when Julia’s worst fears are realized and then some.…