If you’ve ever felt like a horror game was reading your mind, Loom Studios is about to prove you right. The Barcelona-based team has officially opened a limited-time playtest for their upcoming psychological horror title, Myth of Valderit, and it’s currently waiting for you on Steam.
This isn’t just another walk through a spooky forest. Inspired by the real-life legends of the abandoned Catalan village of La Mussara, Myth of Valderit puts you in the shoes of Nil, who wakes up separated from his friends in a village that technically shouldn’t exist.
What Makes Valderit Different?
The standout feature of this experience is “The Writer”—an omniscient Adaptive Horror System. Unlike scripted scares that happen at the same time for everyone, the game analyzes your behavior in real-time.
- Adaptive Scares: The AI reshapes level design, atmosphere, and music based on your reactions.
- The Madness Mechanic: Inspired by Lovecraftian horror, your perception of reality will warp as your sanity slips.
- Fight, Flight, Freeze, or Fawn: The game categorises your playstyle into these four psychological responses, ensuring your nightmare is uniquely tailored to you.
Quick Look: Game Specs & Details
| Feature | Details |
| Genre | Psychological Horror / Adventure |
| Setting | Valderit (Inspired by La Mussara, 1693) |
| Core Mechanics | Exploration, Survival, Logic Puzzles |
| Release Window | Q3 2026 |
| Developer | Loom Studios |
“The village is alive. It remembers. And it knows your deepest fears.”
How to Join the Playtest
Since this is a limited-time event, you’ll want to move fast. Loom Studios is looking for feedback specifically on the Adaptive Horror System to fine-tune the scares before the full launch.
- Head over to the Myth of Valderit Steam Page.
- Look for the “Join the Myth of Valderit Playtest” box.
- Click “Request Access” to get started.
- After playing, be sure to fill out the developer feedback form—your scares might just help shape the final game.
Whether you’re a fan of cosmic horror or just love a good atmospheric puzzle, Myth of Valderit is shaping up to be one of the most reactive horror experiences of 2026.
Find out more here – https://loomstudios.es/ or check out the playtest here on Steam – https://shorturl.at/yGhna
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