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DROWSE

An ordinary office favor draws Andrew into a nightmare of loss and memories. Explore familiar rooms, inspect objects and connect the clues in a 1990s psychological horror story.

  • Launched Oct 8, 2026
  • Windows PC
  • 12 Achievements
  • First-Person Horror
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DROWSE gameplay screenshot
Image: Steam / MILKY COCO GAMES

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DROWSE Andrew: His Story, Oxmo, and the Office Horror
Characters

DROWSE Andrew: His Story, Oxmo, and the Office Horror

Explore DROWSE Andrew, his bond with Oxmo, and the grief behind his late-night office nightmare. Get character insights and practical tips for the journey.

DROWSE Coworker: Her Favor and Andrew's Office Return
Characters

DROWSE Coworker: Her Favor and Andrew's Office Return

The DROWSE coworker calls Andrew back to the office for a copying favor. Explore her role, the opening tasks, and fixes that help you follow the story.

DROWSE Changing Rooms: How Its Shifting Spaces Work
Features

DROWSE Changing Rooms: How Its Shifting Spaces Work

Explore DROWSE changing rooms, learn how shifting spaces connect to Andrew's story, and get practical tips for clues, puzzles, and the latest game fixes.

DROWSE Controller Support: A Guide to Playing on PC
Features

DROWSE Controller Support: A Guide to Playing on PC

DROWSE controller support lets you explore its unsettling offices with a gamepad. Learn about PC requirements, comfort features, and interaction updates.

DROWSE Making Photocopies: Office Tasks and Puzzle Tips
Guide

DROWSE Making Photocopies: Office Tasks and Puzzle Tips

DROWSE making photocopies starts with a late-night office favor. Explore document tasks, copier paper, puzzle clues, and fixes to keep Andrew moving ahead.

DROWSE Tips: Solve Puzzles and Avoid Early Frustration
Guide

DROWSE Tips: Solve Puzzles and Avoid Early Frustration

Use these DROWSE tips to find clues, understand beeper messages, tackle office and hospital puzzles, and avoid early bugs on your first trip into the dark.

What is DROWSE?

DROWSE is a first-person psychological horror game set in the 1990s. Andrew returns to the office to fetch and photocopy documents for a coworker, only to be drawn into a nightmare tied to loss and memories.

Explore familiar rooms, examine objects, read documents and solve environmental puzzles. As the surroundings change, Andrew’s bond with his dog Oxmo becomes central to the story.

Developer
MILKY COCO GAMES
Platform
Windows PC / Steam
Genre
Psychological Horror
Release
Oct 8, 2026
Storage
20 GB minimum
Memory
8 GB RAM minimum

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DROWSE Game Overview

Explore the world of DROWSE, a first-person psychological horror experience set in a quiet 1990s office environment. Discover Andrew's story, the mystery behind his memories, and the features that shape the journey.

Story: Follow Andrew as a simple office favor turns into a personal nightmare connected to loss and memories.
Gameplay: Explore familiar spaces, inspect objects, discover clues, and solve environmental puzzles.
Setting: Experience a 1990s atmosphere filled with office equipment, personal belongings, and unsettling changes.
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DROWSE Beginner Guide

Start your journey through DROWSE with a clear introduction to its exploration, interactions, and investigation systems. Learn what to focus on while uncovering the story hidden inside familiar places.

  1. 1: Explore the office and interact with objects around you to understand your surroundings.
  2. 2: Examine belongings, documents, photographs, and messages to uncover pieces of Andrew's story.
  3. 3: Connect clues and use discovered items to continue moving through the changing environment.
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DROWSE Puzzle Guide

Find help with DROWSE's investigation-focused gameplay, including object interactions, clues, and environmental puzzles. Follow the journey as you piece together the meaning behind each discovery.

Clues: Search through objects, notes, photographs, and recorded messages to reveal hidden details.
Interactions: Inspect drawers, belongings, and everyday items to find useful information.
Progress: Use the items and information you discover to open new paths forward.

DROWSE Story and Characters

Learn more about the emotional story behind DROWSE and the people connected to Andrew's memories. Follow a psychological horror narrative built around grief, loneliness, and moving forward.

Andrew: Experience the journey of a man struggling with the loss of his dog, Oxmo.
Oxmo: Discover the bond between Andrew and his companion that remains central to the story.
Memories: Uncover personal moments through documents, photographs, and recorded messages.
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DROWSE PC Requirements

Check the hardware needed to run DROWSE on PC before starting your horror adventure. Compare minimum and recommended specifications for a smoother experience.

Minimum: Windows 10 64-bit, Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600, 8 GB RAM, GTX 1060 or RX 580.
Recommended: Windows 10/11 64-bit, Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600, 16 GB RAM, RTX 2060 or RX 6600.
Storage: Requires 20 GB available space minimum and 30 GB recommended.
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DROWSE Features

Discover the gameplay elements that define DROWSE, from first-person exploration to environmental storytelling. See how everyday spaces become part of the horror experience.

Exploration: Move through familiar locations that slowly transform as memories begin to intrude.
Investigation: Read documents, listen to messages, and examine objects to reveal hidden details.
Atmosphere: Experience a psychological horror story focused on personal emotions and unsettling environments.
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DROWSE Trailer

Watch the official DROWSE trailer and get a first look at its psychological horror atmosphere, office setting, and mysterious events. See the mood and style of Andrew's journey before playing.

Official Trailer: View the highlighted DROWSE trailer available on the Steam store page.
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DROWSE Languages and Platforms

Check supported platforms and available languages for DROWSE. Prepare your setup and choose your preferred language before entering the story.

Platform: Available on Windows PC through Steam.
Audio: English includes full audio support.
Languages: Supports English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Portuguese - Brazil, Simplified Chinese, and Ukrainian.
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Frequently asked questions

What is DROWSE?

DROWSE is a first-person psychological horror game about Andrew, loss and memories, with exploration and environmental puzzles.

When did DROWSE release?

DROWSE released on Steam on October 8, 2026.

Which platform is DROWSE on?

DROWSE is available for Windows PC through Steam and supports controllers.

Who developed DROWSE?

MILKY COCO GAMES developed and published DROWSE.

Ready to Explore DROWSE?

Start with the basics, then explore Andrew’s story and the objects around him.