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The Kharzov Effect 2026

Puzzle by Doorway Studios, published by Doorway Studios.

Releases October 28, 2026
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About

Welcome to The Kharzov Effect, an immersive first-person puzzle horror game. Explore Dr. Kharzov’s eerie estate as you unravel the mystery behind a series of abductions. Face terrifying creatures, solve intricate puzzles, and uncover the truth of Kharzov's dark history!

Story

Set in the cinematic world of 1985, you play as Chris, a boy searching for his recently abducted friend Billy. Solve puzzles and stealthily infiltrate the mysterious mansion of Professor Kharzov to uncover layers of dark secrets. This single-player unforgettable experience has you exploring in first person, completing dangerous quests, and solving escape room level puzzles all while avoiding capture in a thrilling blend of strategy and horror.

Media

The Kharzov Effect screenshot

Releases

Platform
Date
October 28, 2026

Earliest full release on each platform; regional dates can differ.

PC and Steam Deck

Steam store page
Minimum
Recommended
OS
Windows 10 (64-bit)
Windows 11 (64 bit)
Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 3600 / Processor Intel i5 9600K
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X / Intel Core i5-12600K
Memory
8 GB RAM
16 GB RAM
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 2060 6GB / RX 5600 XT 8GB
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB / RX 6700 XT GAMING 12GB
DirectX
Version 12
Version 12
Storage
30 GB available space
30 GB available space
Sound Card
DirectX Compatible
DirectX Compatible
VR Support
No VR Support
No VR Support
Additional Notes
SSD Highly Recommended
SSD Highly Recommended

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Requirements and Deck status as listed on Steam, checked Oct 9, 2026.