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Maiku_Dev · Published by Maiku_Dev
Content notice: This game contains depictions of horror elements including frightening monsters, jump scares, and scenes involving semi-realistic blood.
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
A two-player asymmetric horror game where one player explores a dangerous environment while the other guides them from a control room. A curse causes you to swap positions throughout the game at random times, letting you experience both roles and creating chaotic moments.
About this game
Summary
Bound By A Curse is an asymmetric co-op horror game where two survivors are linked by a supernatural force that swaps their positions.
One is trapped inside a mysterious room. The other walks through a world twisted by a parallel dimension filled with monsters, hidden clues, and things that should not exist.
Find the room. Break the curse. Escape together.
One player takes on the role of the Explorer, navigating dark, dangerous areas filled with obstacles and several threats. The other becomes the Operator, observing through their partner's eyes and monitoring the environment to guide their partner using information the Explorer cannot see.
Operator
As the Operator, you can see and hear information that the explorer can't, so you must keep a close eye of their environment at all times. You must also prepare yourself for the inevitable moment that you swap positions.
Analyze the environment
Listen for sounds
Recharge your flashlight
Relay important information
Explorer
As the Explorer, your job is to navigate around the dangerous environment, listen to the operator's information and avoid the lurking threats. Conserving your resources is also crucial.
Navigate the environment
Locate important items
Solve puzzles
Communicate with the operator
Role Swapping
At regular intervals, roles switch. The Explorer returns to safety, and the Operator must enter the environment themselves. Both players must adapt, communicate, and trust each other to survive.
Every action depends on coordination. The Explorer must rely on the Operator's instructions to solve puzzles, avoid danger, and progress, while the Operator must interpret limited data and make quick decisions under pressure. Mistakes can be costly, and tension builds as the threat becomes more aggressive.
Puzzles
There are several types of puzzles requiring communication and deduction skills in order to complete. Collecting items, looking for clues, listening to sounds and searching the environment will be crucial.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11 (64 Bit)
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 3 1200 ／ Intel Core i5-7500
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 470 with 4GB VRAM ／ NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 with 4GB VRAM
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 3 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11 (64 Bit)
- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 ／ Intel Core i7 8700
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5700／ NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 3 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Demo version 1.1 is out!
Hello everyone! Thank you for playing the game and leaving feedback. Over the past few weeks I have been reading your reviews and made several changes to the game. Fixed a lot of replication bugsAdded hints to puzzlesImproved performanceAdded a medkit that restores healthUI improvementsEnvironment design changesRead full article on Community Announcements (Maiku_Dev)AnnouncementsOfficial
The Demo and Discord Server are out!
Hello everyone!Today comes with a massive announcement!The Bound By A Curse Demo is officially available, and the official Discord server is now open!Play the DemoThe demo contains the first environment of the game, taking around 30 minutes to complete. Experience the core gameplay loop as you and a friend alternate between the roles of Explorer and Operator, solve communication-based puzzles, and survive the horrors hidden within the warehouse perimeter.The demo supports 2-player online co-op, including public lobbies if you don't already have a partner.Join the DiscordLink: https://discord.gg/sygVvGbfUPThe Discord server is the central place for everything related to Bound By A Curse.There you can:Report bugs and technical issuesShare feedback and suggestionsFind other players to team up withFollow development updatesParticipate in community polls and discussionsThe demo will continue to receive updates based on your feedback, so every report and suggestion helps improve the game.Thank you to everyone who has supported the project so far. I hope you enjoy the demo, and I look forward to hearing what you think!Read full article on Community Announcements (Maiku_Dev)AnnouncementsOfficial
Bound By A Curse Demo is releasing on the 15th of July!
Hey everyone! Today I am announcing that the Demo for Bound By A Curse is releasing on the 15th of July! Make sure you have the game wishlisted to receive a notification as soon as the demo comes out and also tell a friend about it. The demo includes the first area of the game and takes about 20-30 minutes to beat. You will be able to join other public lobbies and save the game anytime.Read full article on Community Announcements (Maiku_Dev)AnnouncementsOfficial
Bound By A Curse is now on Gamefound!
Hey everyone! Today I am announcing that Bound By A Curse has crowdfunding page on Gamefound! Support from this campaign will ensure that production is finished in a much smoother and timely manner.The game is being worked on by one developer full-time so the funds will help with covering day to day expenses and other development costs. Every follow and pledge makes a real difference. Check it out at the link above and don't miss the early backer discount! Thank you in advance for your support! ːsteamhappyːRead full article on Community Announcements (Maiku_Dev)
