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O.B.O.L

82% positive of 34 Steam reviews

Released: 2026
Steam Deck: Playable
Platforms: Steam

Made by MrEliptik, Woland. Published by MrEliptik.

About the game

Gamble your life on a coin flip against a mysterious old man sent by the CORPORATE to decide whether you keep your job. Trapped in a claustrophobic collapsing metal coffin deep under the ocean, you'll slowly lose your sanity in this eldritch, Lovecraftian horror.

Tagged by players

Lovecraftian
Gambling
Psychological Horror
Horror
Dark
Turn-Based Strategy
Multiple Endings
1990's
Dark Fantasy
Choose Your Own Adventure
Retro
Strategy

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Mostly Positive

What players say

Not recommended
DISCLAIMER: You can't go wrong with a game at this price point, I definitely think you should give it a shot, I could refund it since I didn't really enjoy it but the game is cheap and I think even if you play it and don't enjoy it, you shouldn't refund it. It's not like this is some AI slop kernel level spyware, so support the devs. ---------------------- If you like gambling, you might have some fun with this If…
49 min played when written. 21 found it helpful.
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Recommended
Between Inscryption, Buckshot Roulette, and O.B.O.L, I've come to the realization that games where you play an unfair board game against a powerful evil entity may be one of my favorite genres. In all seriousness, O.B.O.L is a short but great experience with a lot to offer. I played a decent amount of the demo, so I was eager to jump in and try the full release right when it came out. From the start, it is clear…
1.8 h played when written. 8 found it helpful.
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