The Lightkeeper is a psychological horror adventure developed and published by DarkPhobia Games, released on September 7, 2025 on Steam. In this atmospheric experience you play as Arthur, a World War I veteran who takes a job as a lighthouse keeper on a remote, isolated island in 1925 to escape haunting memories of the war. At first the duties seem simple — lighting and maintaining the beacon, managing oil and fuel, and tending to daily chores — but as days pass, eerie events begin to unfold. Strange noises, unsettling visions, and the terrifying truths behind the deaths of previous keepers start to surface, blurring the line between reality and delusion as Arthur’s fragile mental state deteriorates in the oppressive solitude.
The narrative is enriched with high-quality cinematic cutscenes and multiple endings that depend on the player’s critical choices near the story’s climax, giving The Lightkeeper strong replay value. Its haunting sound design, realistic visuals, and richly detailed environments heighten the sense of dread and mystery throughout the island. While the game is primarily designed for Windows, Steam’s platform listings suggest macOS and Linux support as well, meaning Mac gamers should be able to play it natively through Steam — though user reviews are mixed on performance and overall polish.
Key Features:
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Psychological horror set in a lonely 1920s lighthouse environment.
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You play as a World War I veteran seeking solitude but finding terror.
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Atmospheric tension with haunting soundscapes and environmental storytelling.
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Open-world island exploration alongside lighthouse duties.
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Multiple endings shaped by key narrative choices.
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Cinematic cutscenes deepen emotional engagement with the story.
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Realistic visuals and visual design enhance isolation and dread.
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Steam achievements and family sharing support.
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Mature themes with psychological depth and unsettling moments.
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Available on Windows, and Steam store lists macOS support (may vary by build).
Requirements:
▎Apple Silicon (ARM)
– macOS Tahoe 26.1-26.2 and later.
– Apple Silicon (M1 Pro and higher).
– ±16 GB of shared memory.
– ±17.5 GB free space.
▎There is Dualsense support
