Immerse yourself in the depressing and atmospheric city of Hlína, where, as a young boy named Oliver, you face the harsh realities of life. Work in a factory, care for your mother, play mini-games, and uncover a deep story in this hand-crafted city.
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In Hlína, a game set in a unique town entirely made of clay, you play as Ollie, who is trying to take care of his mum after she lost her job. The town's factory is demanding more work from its people, making life harder for Ollie and his mum. The game blends everyday life problems with spooky mysteries. As you explore, you uncover secrets and face challenges. The town, crafted from clay, gives the game a distinct and captivating look. You'll see how Ollie navigates real-life troubles while also encountering scary surprises hidden within the town.
This game is strongly inspired by the life of our game designer. In his teenage years, while working in factories and searching for himself, he found nothing but deep depression, financial issues, and relationship problems in his family. Leaving his country to pursue a better life in the United Kingdom, he learned English and worked as a dishwasher in restaurants, sinking further into the oblivion of what he remembered as the joyful life from his childhood.
Seeking an escape, he turned to depressive video games, which made him even sadder, yet they offered a kind of relief. He realized that video games could change people's lives in a positive way. This revelation persuaded him to study game design without any prior education, starting from scratch at a college in Bristol, with hopes that his life would improve along the way. During his studies, he found inspiration in emerging technologies and spiritual life. This game represents a piece of his journey, serving as a reflection of his emotions and experiences during the most difficult time in his life.
photos by Milan Nechvátal
Steam data © 2025 Valve Corporation. Steam and the Steam logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Valve Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Independent of Valve. Pricing and availability subject to change.
In Hlína, a game set in a unique town entirely made of clay, you play as Ollie, who is trying to take care of his mum after she lost her job. The town's factory is demanding more work from its people, making life harder for Ollie and his mum. The game blends everyday life problems with spooky mysteries. As you explore, you uncover secrets and face challenges. The town, crafted from clay, gives the game a distinct and captivating look. You'll see how Ollie navigates real-life troubles while also encountering scary surprises hidden within the town.
This game is strongly inspired by the life of our game designer. In his teenage years, while working in factories and searching for himself, he found nothing but deep depression, financial issues, and relationship problems in his family. Leaving his country to pursue a better life in the United Kingdom, he learned English and worked as a dishwasher in restaurants, sinking further into the oblivion of what he remembered as the joyful life from his childhood.
Seeking an escape, he turned to depressive video games, which made him even sadder, yet they offered a kind of relief. He realized that video games could change people's lives in a positive way. This revelation persuaded him to study game design without any prior education, starting from scratch at a college in Bristol, with hopes that his life would improve along the way. During his studies, he found inspiration in emerging technologies and spiritual life. This game represents a piece of his journey, serving as a reflection of his emotions and experiences during the most difficult time in his life.
photos by Milan Nechvátal
Immerse yourself in the depressing and atmospheric city of Hlína, where, as a young boy named Oliver, you face the harsh realities of life. Work in a factory, care for your mother, play mini-games, and uncover a deep story in this hand-crafted city.
We are not affiliated with IsThereAnyDeal.
Steam data © 2025 Valve Corporation. Steam and the Steam logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Valve Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Independent of Valve. Pricing and availability subject to change.
