Close to the Sun is a story-driven horror game that takes place at the turn of the 20th century on a mysterious ship complex created by Nikola Tesla for the sake of knowledge. In this alternative version of history, his scientific breakthroughs have already had a major impact on the world. You’re… Summary: IGDB
Mind Score
Fair to the playerAge · PEGI 18
Respect
92
Stimulation
gentle
Has an endingStop anytime
On failure
Punishing: a death costs progress or a long way back
- Wikipedia: harsh on failure
What it exercises
Exploration and curiosity
- Wikipedia: built around exploration
Story and reading
- IGDB keyword “story driven”
Medium confidence · 27 Sept 2026 · Rules-based estimate from the Steam store, player reviews and PEGI/ESRB descriptors. Not a substitute for the official rating or your own judgement. Tap a label to see the evidence.