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Watch trailer on Steam ↗Fragments of Dread - False Haven
Domnaier · Published by Domnaier · Official site ↗
Very Positive — 92% positive (253 reviews) · 5 achievements
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Fragments of Dread is an episodic psychological horror series. Each episode tells a self-contained story of dread, fear, and survival.
Adventure, Indie, Free To Play · 2025 · More free games
Explore chilling episodes of psychological terror in Fragments of Dread - False Haven. Each installment from developer Domnaier unfolds a standalone narrative of fear and survival, promising deep indie gameplay.
About this game
Part 1: False Haven
In the first episode, you play as Luca — a young boy staying with his grandmother while his parents are away. What begins as a quiet night soon spirals into a surreal and terrifying experience. After a disturbing phone call, Luca starts questioning everything around him. Is his grandmother really who she says she is?
Would you make it through the night?
Key Features
Short, narrative-driven psychological horror
Atmospheric sound design and immersive visuals
VHS-inspired aesthetic and UI
Real-time interaction via objects and puzzles
Controls
WASD - Move
E - Pick up
F - Interact
R - In the blink of an eye
ESC - Settings Menu
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 3 1200
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon RX 560
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX 580
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Supported Languages
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Fragments of Dread: Late Lines FM – Demo Now Live
The demo of Fragments of Dread: Late Lines FM, which I have been working on solo for a long time, is now playable on Steam.This demo was prepared to let you experience the game’s atmosphere, narrative style, and core mechanics. In this 20–25 minute section, my goal is to slowly pull you into a psychological horror experience. Not just to scare you, but to make you truly feel the story and the environment.The demo is still in active development. I am continuing to work on bugs and optimization, so you may encounter technical issues or balance problems.I would love to read all constructive feedback, positive or negative, in the Steam reviews. If you encounter any bugs, you can join my Discord server and report them to me directly. 👉 DiscordThe full version will feature a much deeper story, various puzzles, new mechanics, and a more expanded experience.Thank you for playing this demo, which is the result of sleepless nights and countless iterations.– Domnaier 🎙️📻Read full article on Community Announcements (fragmentsofdread)AnnouncementsOfficial
False Haven Updated | Late Lines FM Announcement Live
Hello,This update has been released for two important reasons. First, to clean up technical issues based on your feedback. Second, to officially introduce Late Lines FM, the second game in the Fragments of Dread series.Let’s start with the technical side of the update:🔧 The Fatal Error issue has been fixed 🔧 Several lighting problems have been resolved 🔧 Small but impactful bugs have been eliminated 🌍 Language translations have been reviewed and improved for consistencyThe Fatal Error issue became clear thanks to the messages many of you sent me directly. I carefully read every piece of feedback, and with this update, I was able to fully resolve the problem. Thank you sincerely for your patience and support.About Late Lines FMWith this update, no new gameplay-affecting content has been added to False Haven. I want to be very clear about that.However:• A Late Lines FM showcase section has been added to the main menu • A Late Lines FM trailer has been placed at the end of the gameThe reason for this is simple: I can now talk more clearly and openly about the second game in the series.Compared to False Haven, Late Lines FM will:• Offer a longer gameplay experience • Aim for a denser atmosphere with improved visual quality • Be built around a unique, game-specific core mechanicThe game is set in 2002 and preserves a strong retro atmosphere. This time, the setting is a radio station where the main character works.Night shifts, live broadcasts, analog equipment, frequency interference, and strange moments during transmissions… With the radio station theme, I aim to create a different kind of atmosphere I haven’t explored before in the series.Late Lines FM will also feature:• Original songs created specifically for the game • Custom-designed ambient sounds and broadcasts • Sound-driven moments directly tied to the storyThere is one important point I want to clearly emphasize:Each game in the Fragments of Dread series tells a different story in a different setting. Late Lin...Read full article on Community Announcements (fragmentsofdread)AnnouncementsOfficial
🎙️ BROADCAST STARTED: Late Lines FM Store Page is Live!
Hello Friends,The wait for the second game of the Fragments of Dread anthology is over. The Steam store page for Late Lines FM is officially live!I wanted to share this special visual, reflecting the eerie atmosphere of the series, with you for the first time.You can reach the store page by clicking the link below, check out the game details, and support me by adding it to your wishlist right away.👉 Thank you for your support, don't change the frequency!Domnaier DeveloperRead full article on Community Announcements (fragmentsofdread)Patch NotesOfficial
UPDATE: Menu Improvement & Episode 2 Announcement
Hello Friends,First of all, thank you all for the intense interest in Fragments of Dread: False Haven and the great feedback since October 7th. Reaching a community of over 32,000 people has been an incredible source of motivation for me as a solo developer.Today, I released an update that both improves the experience and shows the future of the series.Patch Notes:Interface (UI) Update: I overhauled the main menu design.Quick Access: I added a button to the main menu for easy access to the store page of the series' 2nd Episode, Late Lines FM.General Improvements: I made minor optimizations in menu transitions.🚀 AND BIG NEWS: Episode 2 - Late Lines FM!The Fragments of Dread series is turning into an anthology. Each episode features completely independent and different stories.False Haven was just a start; Late Lines FM will be a much longer, darker, and atmospheric experience.To support me and get notified when the game is released, you can add the game to your wishlist by clicking the box below. This is the biggest support for indie developers like me.Thanks again for your support, see you in new nightmares!Domnaier DeveloperRead full article on Community Announcements (fragmentsofdread)AnnouncementsOfficial
False Haven – 5 New Achievements Are Live!
Hello! The 5 new achievements I’ve prepared for False Haven are now available. These achievements unlock automatically as you reach certain points in the story.This update took me a bit longer to finish than expected, and I apologize for the delay. Everything is ready now, and the update is live.Thank you to everyone who has played and supported the game. I’m currently working on the second chapter of the series: Fragments of Dread: Late Lines FM.— DomnaierRead full article on Community Announcements (fragmentsofdread)






