Reflecting on its notorious level of difficulty, Cuphead also reminded us of the eeriness lurking in early animation. With its exaggerated features and spindly limbs, it was like stepping into a surreal, nightmarish world. Bad Cheese taps into that nostalgia, taking a leaf out of Disney’s early days to craft a horror experience that you can try firsthand through a demo.
In Bad Cheese, you find yourself in a rather dicey predicament: you’re a kid navigating a weekend with an unpredictable father. Creeping around the family home in this first-person horror game, your goal is to move quietly while uncovering a plethora of bizarre—and often disturbing—secrets.
Each room offers a new spine-chilling discovery, whether it’s decaying carcasses or strange artwork and decorations. Essentially, it’s a puzzle game. You’ll find yourself doing chores like dusting and tidying up to keep your father calm, which in turn allows you access to various hidden corners of the house. Living with you are your brother and parents, bringing even more hidden secrets to light.
Developer Simon Lukasik skillfully brings to life the seemingly benign nature of cartoons from the early 20th century, pushing their aesthetic into unsettling territory. There’s a clever touch—a vintage 16mm filter overlays the visuals, mimicking the crackle and distortion of an old broadcast.
Fans of Courage the Cowardly Dog might find a familiar vibe here, especially with the anthropomorphic animal protagonist and the chaos of the surrounding world. Thankfully, Courage didn’t have to worry about his family, just the weird occurrences that seemed to pop up.
Adopting a first-person perspective helps Bad Cheese carve out its niche compared to Cuphead. Studio MDHR set a high bar for using early 1900s animation styles, particularly when adding a twisted or subversive twist. Bad Cheese stands on its own as a thrilling, compact horror game perfect for those who adore classic animated characters like Pluto or perhaps have a fear of spiders.
While there’s no official release date for Bad Cheese yet, you can dive into the demo available on Steam. For more thrilling experiences, you might want to explore our collections of the best zombie and vampire games—great for those who enjoy a bit of nocturnal excitement.
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