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80%21180% positive reviews, Very Positive across 211 reviews·Horror · Psychological Horror
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In 1970, eighteen children vanished overnight across eight Iranian villages. Two were later found near Mahfam Village. According to their accounts, Mahfam is no ordinary place but a terrifying site inhabited by supernatural beings. Photographer Farshid heads toward this village of horror.
Mahfam: The Cursed Village
SteamA psychological horror experience set in a remote village. Uncover a dark mystery through exploration, unsettling atmosphere, and narrative-driven gameplay where fear slowly takes hold.
In 1970, in eight villages near the city of Kuhbanan in Iran, 18 children vanished without a trace in a single night.
Only two of them were eventually found near a mysterious village called Mahfam.
However, what these rescued children described shocked both the local villagers and the authorities.
According to the children’s terrifying testimonies, Mahfam is no ordinary village. It is a cursed place inhabited by supernatural beings.
As the investigation deepens, a photographer named Farsid sets out for this village of horror to uncover the truth.
The story is inspired by real events and adapted for narrative purposes. It takes place in a remote and isolated village.

The game is a single-player, first-person horror and thriller experience.
To progress, players must carefully follow clues scattered throughout the environment. Using light simulation mechanics and environmental interactions, players attempt to uncover the mystery surrounding the village.
Inspired by real events, the story has been fictionalized. Some historical elements have been altered to enhance dramatic storytelling and improve the overall player experience.
This game contains sudden scare moments, disturbing atmospheres, and psychological tension.

It is not recommended for individuals with heart conditions, a history of epilepsy, or for those who are pregnant.
Please play with caution.
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