Djinn – The Forbidden Knowledge is a Adventure, Horror game from Anqa Game with a 80% positive Steam review signal. Indie Lantern indexes it for players browsing by dark, tense, psychological themes, open world.
Game snapshot
- Developer
- Anqa Game
- Release year
- 2024
- Playtime
- Varies by player
- Price
- $9.99
- Review signal
- 80% positive
Screenshots
System requirements
PC
- Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 64-Bit
Processor: Intel Core i5 (4th gen) or similar
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: GTX 1050 TI (4 GB) or similar
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 6.66 GB available space - Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 64-Bit
Processor: Intel Core i5 (5th gen) or similar
Memory: 12 GB RAM
Graphics: GTX 1060 (6 GB) or similar
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 6.66 MB available space
Additional Notes: Best experienced with headphones.
From Steam reviews
Review notes
Djinn – The Forbidden Knowledge is worth a closer look if you want strong atmosphere, exploration, psychological themes, and replayable.
Best for players who want strong atmosphere, psychological themes, pixel art, and exploration.
Check more carefully if you dislike unclear onboarding.
strong-atmosphere
ToneThe mood, place, and presentation carry a lot of the experience.
exploration
Play styleThe draw is moving through spaces, discovering details, and learning the world.
psychological-themes
SettingPsychology, perception, or mental strain is an important theme without implying horror.
psychological-horror
SettingThe fear comes through pressure, perception, or psychological unease.
replayable
FitThe structure gives reasons to return rather than finish once.
narrative-mystery
Play styleA useful part of the game is piecing together mystery and story threads.
confusing-onboarding
FrictionThe first hours can be unclear without patience or outside help.
pixel-art
SettingThe visual language is pixel-led or deliberately retro.
Steam review snapshots
You’ll be doing a lot of exploring, solving light puzzles, and managing your resources (sanity, health, stamina).It’s fun to figure out how your actions impact the outcome, and there’s always a sense of mystery lurking.To explore this vast, eerie open-world, survive, and unravel secrets about your past.But resource management can feel brutal.Why it fits
Check it if you want adventure, horror filtered by dark, tense, psychological themes.
Who might skip it
Research further on Steam if you need verified accessibility details, exact playtime, or current system requirements.