Mike Klubnika, the solo developer behind the indie horror hit Buckshot Roulette, has announced his next narrative-driven title: s.p.l.i.t. The game will launch on Steam for Windows, SteamOS, and Linux on July 24. Focused on psychological horror with themes of cybercrime and decaying technology, the new project promises a deeply immersive and unsettling experience.

In this short yet intense journey, players are thrown into a dark world, attempting to gain root access to an unethical superstructure through advanced hacking techniques. Interaction takes place via a realistic terminal interface, where manual command inputs are required. An integrated IRC chat allows communication with other fictional technicians, essential for planning a devastating malware attack.

The game retains Klubnika’s signature visual and audio style: lo-fi aesthetics, dystopian atmosphere, and industrial sound design that complements the psychological tension of the narrative. Each keystroke draws players closer to disturbing truths, creating a slow-burning experience in which dread builds steadily.

The game uses a fully diegetic approach, with all interface elements existing within the game’s world. From the chatroom to the terminal, everything is embedded in the narrative, heightening immersion without relying on external UI overlays.

Among s.p.l.i.t’s core mechanics are command-line-based puzzles that challenge players to think logically, explore directory structures, and execute software with traditional input methods. An original soundtrack enhances the suspense and atmosphere of each encounter.

Players face a complex challenge: buried beneath layers of legacy code and long-forgotten engineering lie unspeakable secrets and vulnerabilities. Only through meticulous planning and steady nerves can these hidden truths be unearthed.