The Machine That Breathes

unreleased

Developer / Publisher: Shweep Games

Coming soon

Visual

pixel
side scroll

Structure

ability gated
exploration
interconnected map
non linear

Combat

stealth

Themes

post apocalyptic
Sci-Fi

Sub-Genre

puzzle heavy

Summary

the machine that BREATHES is a 2D Survival Horror game with a focus on situational combat and exploration. Inspired by the likes of Resident Evil and System Shock, you'll crawl through a hostile environment and manage a limited inventory to brace against the unknown.

Last updated August 17, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam
- Demo
- itch.io

Resources

Links

IGDB

Mold

Developer / Publisher: Soraslove

To be announced

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- stealth
- post apocalyptic
- puzzle heavy
- Differences
- accessibility
Res Extensa

Developer: Overclocked Abacus

Publisher: Overclocked Abacus Games

Coming soon

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- side scroll
- stealth
- Sci-Fi
- puzzle heavy
- Differences
- action
- multiple endings
Bones: Wandering Soul

Developer / Publisher: Studio Tinkerhaus PTY LTD

To be announced

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- ability gated
- exploration
- side scroll
- stealth
- puzzle heavy
- Differences
- 2.5D
Bruma

Developer / Publisher: 4HA Games Studio

To be announced

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- Demo Available
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- side scroll
- stealth
- puzzle heavy
- Differences
- hand drawn
- cat
Dead Dog

Developer / Publisher: 白石组

To be announced

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- ability gated
- interconnected map
- pixel
- side scroll
- stealth
- puzzle heavy
- Differences
- Semi-Linear
Ruptured

Developer / Publisher: Limited Limitations

To be announced

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- ability gated
- interconnected map
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- Sci-Fi
- puzzle heavy
Rize of the Summonds

Developer / Publisher: Rize Abov Studio

2019

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- side scroll
- stealth
- puzzle heavy
- Differences
- Early Access
- action
- cat
- fantasy
- multiple characters
Silver Pines

Developer: Wych Elm

Publisher: Team17

Oct 8, 2026

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- Demo Available
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- side scroll
- stealth
- puzzle heavy
- Differences
- 2.5D
- hand drawn
- action
- equipment
- horror
Zenoken

Developer / Publisher: Magemsoft

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- stealth
- Sci-Fi
- Differences
- gore
Mechinus

Developer / Publisher: Huey Games

Coming soon

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- ability gated
- interconnected map
- side scroll
- stealth
- puzzle heavy
- Differences
- 2.5D
- steampunk
Orphan

Developer: Windy Hill Studio

Publisher: 2Dimensions

2018

80%

Positive

45 reviews

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- ability gated
- interconnected map
- non linear
- side scroll
- stealth
- post apocalyptic
- Sci-Fi
- Differences
- action
- isolation
Visual Out

Developer / Publisher: MadameBerry Games LLC

2018

80%

Positive

15 reviews

MV Temperature
- Similarities
- ability gated
- exploration
- interconnected map
- non linear
- pixel
- side scroll
- Sci-Fi
- puzzle heavy
- Differences
- Game Jam Entry
- boss gated

The Machine That Breathes

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