In Bound by Bones, a supernatural horror experience, you are trapped in the space between life and death—forced to uncover and destroy the cursed remains of violent spirits before they consume you. The only way to survive is to find their scattered bones… and burn them.
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Coming Soon To Early Access

The developers of this game intend to release as a work in progress, developing with the feedback of players.

Note: Games in Early Access are not complete and may or may not change further. If you are not excited to play this game in its current state, then you should wait to see if the game progresses further in development. Learn more

What the developers have to say:

Why Early Access?

“Bound by Bones is being released in Early Access to involve players early in development and gather valuable feedback to shape the final version of the game. As a solo indie developer, community input is essential to help balance gameplay, improve scares, and expand features based on what players enjoy most. Early Access allows me to deliver a solid horror experience now, while continuing to build toward a more polished, content-rich final release with the help of the community.

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“The plan is to keep Bound by Bones in Early Access for approximately 9 to 12 months. This allows enough time to gather feedback, implement new features, polish existing content, and expand the game to its full vision.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“The full version of Bound by Bones is planned to include five unique levels, each with multiple randomized variations to keep gameplay fresh. The Early Access version will launch with two fully playable levels, and the final release will expand on that with additional levels, new ghost variants, more mechanics, improved visuals, audio enhancements, and overall polish. Community feedback during Early Access will help shape the direction and content of the full game.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“The Early Access version of Bound by Bones includes two fully playable levels, each featuring randomized layouts and ghost encounters. The core gameplay loop — exploring, finding and burning remains, and surviving supernatural threats — is functional, but still being refined. While the experience is stable, player feedback is essential to improve balance, enhance scares, and polish level design, so your input during Early Access will help shape the final version.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“Yes, the price of Bound by Bones will gradually increase as new content and features are added throughout Early Access. The initial release will be offered at a lower price to reflect the current scope of the game, with the full version expected to be priced higher once all levels and content are complete.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“Community feedback will be essential during Early Access, especially for identifying and fixing bugs, improving level design, and refining the gameplay experience. While the main focus will be on stability and polish, I’ll also be listening closely to suggestions — and if a player shares a great idea that fits the vision of the game, I’ll strongly consider implementing it. Updates will be based on community feedback gathered through Steam discussions, social media, and other platforms.”
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About This Game

Bound by Bones is a single-player supernatural horror experience where your only way out… is through fire. Spirits bound to this world by their cursed remains haunt the living—and the only way to banish them is to find their bones and burn them.

You are a spiritual investigator tasked with performing the Bone Ritual—an ancient practice to end hauntings by burning the physical remains of vengeful ghosts. Each level drops you into a terrifying location where a spirit has anchored itself to the mortal plane.

To complete the ritual, you’ll need to:

  • Search for the bones scattered across the area.

  • Find salt, gasoline, and matches—tools needed to purify and destroy.

  • Piece together clues, survive the haunting, and burn the remains to end the curse.

🏚️ Five Levels. Fifty Variants.

Bound by Bones features five unique haunted environments, each one with its own layout, challenges, and supernatural ambiance. From claustrophobic interiors to wide, eerie grounds, every level is designed to keep you on edge.

But it doesn’t stop there. Each level includes 10 different randomized instances. Objects, key items, and even the ghost’s behavior can change, giving you a fresh experience every time. You’ll never know exactly where to look—or what’s waiting for you.

This game contains horror elements, frightening scenes, depictions of human remains, and sudden scares that may not be suitable for all players.

AI Generated Content Disclosure

The developers describe how their game uses AI Generated Content like this:

AI used for some artwork.
Ai is also used for some text in game help in creating the story.

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

Bound by Bones is a psychological horror experience that features intense jump scares, a dark and oppressive atmosphere, and disturbing imagery. The game includes depictions of human remains (bones), implied violence and death, and audio-visual effects designed to unsettle the player.

The narrative explores mature themes such as grief, loss, trauma, and the supernatural. Some in-game content may include references to or depictions of suicide and may be distressing to sensitive players.

Player discretion is strongly advised.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 64-bit
    • Processor: Intel Core i5-3470 / AMD FX-6300
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 / AMD Radeon R9 280
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Storage: 10 GB available space
    • Sound Card: DirectX compatible
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
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