Pathologic 2 is a deeply atmospheric and philosophical survival horror game. You take on the role of a doctor returning to his hometown, only to find it being consumed by a mysterious and deadly illness. The townspeople are suspicious, strange, and in desperate need of help — or manipulation.

You’re constantly balancing your own health, hunger, exhaustion, and reputation while trying to uncover the plague’s source. The time never stops — and that means you can’t do everything. Your choices will result in both tragic losses and small, hopeful victories.

This game isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s slow, eerie, and emotionally exhausting — but for players who enjoy immersive storytelling, complex world-building, and challenging moral decisions, it’s a hidden gem.