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Fears to Fathom
Fears to Fathom is an episodic psychological horror game where each episode unveils a short story narrated by the ones who survived. Each episode is a standalone first-person narrative walking simulator with exploration, driving, and conversation mechanics. Atmospheric environment and photo-realistic graphics with a VHS film aesthetic.
TIMELINE
Home Alone — Episode 1 - Season 1
Developer
Rayll
Released
Jul 2, 2021
Platform
Windows
Miles, a 14-year-old, is home alone for the night while his parents are out of town. A slow build of dread turns into a fight for survival as an intruder closes in. The first episode is free to play and establishes the anthology format - grounded horror, real choices, no monsters.
Norwood Hitchhike — Episode 2 - Season 1
Developer
Rayll
Released
Nov 16, 2021
Platform
Windows
Holly Gardner, 19, is driving home from a gaming convention when traffic forces her onto a back road. Her car breaks down in Norwood Valley. A stranger offers help. The episode plays on the fear of trusting the wrong person in an isolated, vulnerable situation.
Carson House — Episode 3 - Season 1
Developer
Rayll
Released
Jan 9, 2023
Platform
Windows
Noah Baker, 18, takes a weekend house-sitting job for Roy Carson, a local media executive. What starts as easy money becomes a night of escalating dread. A security camera mechanic adds FNAF-like tension as Noah realizes he is not alone in the house.
Ironbark Lookout — Episode 4 - Season 1
Developer
Rayll
Released
Jul 10, 2023
Platform
Windows
Jack Nelson, 24, transfers to a new fire lookout post in Ironbark State Park. Isolated in the wilderness, something is wrong in the park below. One of the strongest entries in Season 1 with 91% positive reviews on Steam.
Woodbury Getaway — Episode 5 - Season 1
Developer
Rayll
Released
Sep 12, 2024
Platform
Windows
Sydney Harper, 23, plans a weekend getaway rental in Woodbury with college friends. Not everyone at the property is who they claim to be. The most ambitious Season 1 episode - bigger locations, driving and fishing mechanics, and a twist ending that recontextualizes the whole story. Season 1 finale.
Scratch Creek — Episode 1 - Season 2
Developer
Rayll
Releases
TBA
Platform
Windows
Tessa Langley and Marcus Reed, a young couple from Oregon, take a road trip that detours into the eerie town of Scratch Creek. The first co-op episode in the series - playable solo or with a partner online. Season 2 premiere. In development as of 2025.
FAQ
What is Fears to Fathom?
Fears to Fathom is an episodic psychological horror anthology game series developed by Rayll. Each episode is a standalone survival story inspired by real-life horror accounts submitted by players. There are no monsters or jump scares - the horror comes from grounded human threats, wrong choices, and slow-building dread. The series debuted in 2021 and has five episodes in Season 1.
How many Fears to Fathom episodes are there?
Season 1 has five episodes: Home Alone (2021), Norwood Hitchhike (2021), Carson House (2023), Ironbark Lookout (2023), and Woodbury Getaway (2024). Season 2 is in development with the first episode, Scratch Creek, introducing co-op play for the first time.
Is Fears to Fathom free?
The first episode, Home Alone, is free to play on Steam. Episodes 2 through 5 are paid. A bundle on Steam includes Episodes 2, 3, 4, and 5 at a discount.
What order should I play Fears to Fathom?
Each episode is standalone with different characters and settings, so you can play them in any order. Chronological release order is recommended for the best experience: Home Alone, Norwood Hitchhike, Carson House, Ironbark Lookout, Woodbury Getaway. The series improves in production quality with each episode.
What kind of horror is Fears to Fathom?
Fears to Fathom is psychological horror grounded in realistic human threats - home invaders, dangerous strangers, isolation in nature. No supernatural elements, no monsters. The horror comes from relatable situations escalating into survival scenarios where player choices determine the outcome. The VHS aesthetic and photo-realistic graphics reinforce the feeling that these stories actually happened.
Will there be a Fears to Fathom Season 2?
Yes. Season 2 is confirmed and in development as of 2025. The first episode is Scratch Creek, featuring a young couple whose road trip detours into the town of Scratch Creek. Scratch Creek introduces co-op play for the first time in the series, playable solo or with a partner online.