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Close to the Sun

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First release
May 02, 2019
Genres
Indie, Adventure · Mystery, Action, Science fiction, Horror
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

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 a young journalist looking for your sister and, as you approach this enormous and glorious complex for the first time, you quickly realize that something there has gone horribly wrong..."

Also known as ctts.exe

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Storyline
It’s 1897. Deep in international waters, the Helios stands still. Dark clouds loom overhead as unforgiving waves crash against the hull. Colossal effigies of gold, decorated with magnificent finery, stretch as far as the eye can see. Born of Nikola Tesla’s vision, the Helios serves as a haven for the greatest scientific minds. An unbound utopia for research, independent from state and isolated from the gaze of society. Free to push the boundaries of matter and time. Journalist Rose Archer steps aboard the Helios in search of her sister Ada. She quickly discovers not all is as it seems. Grand halls stand empty. The stench of rotting flesh lingers in the air. Silence. A single word is painted across the entrance… QUARANTINE!Read more

It’s 1897. Deep in international waters, the Helios stands still. Dark clouds loom overhead as unforgiving waves crash against the hull. Colossal effigies of gold, decorated with magnificent finery, stretch as far as the eye can see. Born of Nikola Tesla’s vision, the Helios serves as a haven for the greatest scientific minds. An unbound utopia for research, independent from state and isolated from the gaze of society. Free to push the boundaries of matter and time. Journalist Rose Archer steps aboard the Helios in search of her sister Ada. She quickly discovers not all is as it seems. Grand halls stand empty. The stench of rotting flesh lingers in the air. Silence. A single word is painted across the entrance… QUARANTINE!

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
May 02, 2019
PlayStation 4
Oct 29, 2019
Xbox One
Oct 29, 2019
All 4 release dates
Nintendo Switch
Oct 29, 2019
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
3h
Main + Extras
5h
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
First person
Keywords
bloody, story driven, steampunk, female protagonist, previously on - utomik
… All 7, previously on - prime gaming, available on - blacknut

At a Glance

Critic Score
61
Main Story (IGDB)
3h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
5h
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Steam users rate this Mostly Positive, 881 reviews in all languages, recorded 16 October 2026

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