The Room

Youre in a room, alone, with a box. Theres something in that box, but you dont know what it is just that its locked behind dozens of puzzles that keep the box sealed, and you have to work them all out if you ever want to leave. Thats the story behind The Room, and while its demanding riddles make it well worth playing, its that extra hint of uncertainty and dread that elevates this game to the top of our list. The sound of calm yet eerie music playing as you meticulously examine the box from the light of a single work lamp leaves you feeling exposed and unsettled, heightening the tension every time you solve a new puzzle. Who put this here? Are they watching you? And what are they going to do when you finally get it open?