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Djinn - The Forbidden Knowledge

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Djinn - The Forbidden Knowledge

Anqa Game · Published by Anqa Game

Content notice: General Mature Content! This game may contain content not appropriate for all ages, or may not be appropriate for viewing at work. Extreme Violence (realistic and frequent), Blood and Gore (mutilation and torture), Depiction of Self-harm or Suicide, Occasional Nudity (naked corpses), Legal Drugs (insinuated consumption of alcohol or tobacco) as well as Horror (frightening scenes, psychological horror, disturbing imagery, scary sounds and jump scares).

Positive — 85% positive (20 reviews) · 13 achievements

Last updated 28 Sept 2026

Haunted by a desperate past, you awaken to a terrifying new reality: a desolate and dark realm that echoes with your past. Now you must embrace the unknown and embark on an adventure to unveil its secrets. Are you ready to face your worst fears and emerge even stronger?

DJCTQ 18Full Controller Support

£9.09

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4 Sept 2026Lowest: £9.09 · Highest: £9.097 Oct 2026

Adventure, Indie · 2024 · More £5 - £15 games

Embark on a haunting journey through Djinn - The Forbidden Knowledge, an indie adventure from Anqa Game set in 2024. Unveil the unknown as you face your fears and uncover hidden truths in this desolate realm.

About this game

"Djinn - The Forbidden Knowledge is a thrilling, open-world horror adventure with a retro aesthetic. Immerse yourself in this unique story as an Arabian Princess, trapped in a realm that mirrors your deepest fears. As you navigate the twisted world, confront your enemies and unearth the dark secrets that lurk within. Can you overcome your demons and escape this nightmare, or will it consume you forever?"

  • Exploring a unique open-world hiding many secrets

  • Captivating and mysterious story with 13 endings

  • Various challenges and enemy types to deal with

  • Haunting adventure with a playtime of 8 - 12 hours

  • Not hand-holding and old school style gameplay

  • Integrated easter eggs referencing works of horror

Djinn is an exploration-focused game that also incorporates action, platforming, and light puzzles. Despite its challenging old-school style with roguelite elements, it doesn't punish you by making you lose the inventory items upon death, allowing for steady progression. It's crucial to collect notes that unveil the story, lore, and environment's secrets as you explore and face off against various enemies and even some bosses. Resource management is also key, as you'll need to find and strategically use items to maintain your health, stamina, and sanity as you immerse further into this adventure.

Oman's 19th-century golden age, crossroads of trading routes, began to crumble under the weight of a new and terrifying threat. The once vibrant markets fell silent, replaced by a chilling emptiness and whispers. By 1840, with malevolent forces rising from the darkness and magicians weaving their deceptive schemes, the Sultan was forced to abandon his homeland. He relocated his capital to Zanzibar in Africa, leaving the Sultanate to face a future shrouded in fear and uncertainty.

Experience the unsettling story as you progress through the realm of the unknown, wielding your weapons against creatures from this world and beyond. Learn how to survive in an ever-changing environment, where the very land itself can be your enemy and every shadow hides a threat. Define your own path – explore and scavenge for resources to overcome the trials.

“Djinn - The Forbidden Knowledge” offers multiple endings, each open to your interpretation and imagination. If you pay close attention to detail as the story unfolds, you will discover new answers and unlock a more profound understanding of the narrative.

The game features a range of settings (see Screenshot 13) to customize your experience for both quality and performance. However, some of the settings change dynamically to increase your immersion and simulate your psychological and physical state, such as: FOV (80°- 90°), Camera Shake, DOF, Vignettes and Sound Levels (SFX and Music).

System Requirements

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Minimum

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

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.

Supported Languages

English*
*languages with full audio support

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