Mouthwashing, a psychological horror adventure game from Wrong Organ, will finally be released on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch sometime this year.
While there’s no definite release date yet, publisher Critical Reflex has assured that the game will be available digitally for PlayStation and Nintendo users. An Xbox version is planned for a future release.
Players who prefer a physical copy will also be able to get a physical edition of Mouthwashing for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Unfortunately, Xbox users do not currently have a physical release option.
Originally released on Steam on September 26 last year, Mouthwashing is a harrowing psychological horror game set aboard a stranded freighter ship in space. After a disastrous autopilot failure, the ship’s pilot is severely injured, leaving the remaining crew to survive while confronting the horrors lurking within themselves.
The story unfolds through a nonlinear narrative, alternating between past and present events as the crew’s experiences aboard the Tulpar are revealed.
Played from a first-person perspective, Mouthwashing doesn’t feature the gunplay of DOOM. Instead, it is often described as a “walking simulator,” focusing on exploration and atmosphere rather than combat.
The game currently has an “Overwhelmingly Positive” rating on Steam, with over 24,000 user reviews. Many players have praised its deeply unsettling story, which lingers long after the credits roll. Critics have also lauded the experience, awarding it scores in the 8s and 9s, particularly for its unnerving narrative.
Mouthwashing has received numerous accolades since its release, winning Best Narrative and Player’s Choice at The Horror Game Awards. It is also currently nominated for Best Narrative at the upcoming 25th Game Developers Choice Awards, airing on March 19.
As with many narrative-driven indie games, Mouthwashing may not be for everyone. However, fans of titles like Death Stranding, What Remains of Edith Finch, and Sunset Visitor’s 1000xResist will likely find much to appreciate.