POOLS Liminal Horror Game Drops on SEA App Store
POOLS Pool Survival Game Now Available on SEA App Store
POOLS, the viral pool survival walking simulator known for its eerie silence and haunting liminal atmosphere, has officially launched on the App Store in Southeast Asia. This unique title became widely known for its realism and subtle horror without using jump scares or monsters. Instead, the game relies entirely on isolation and unnerving environments to deliver fear.
The mobile version has been optimized for touchscreen gameplay, offering intuitive controls that fit perfectly with the slow exploration style of the game. On iOS, POOLS supports the Universal Purchase system, meaning that players can enjoy the game seamlessly across supported Apple devices. Users with macOS devices running the M1 chip or later can also access the game without purchasing it again.
POOLS is free to start, allowing players to explore the first chapter at no cost. Those who want to continue the experience can then unlock the remaining content.
About POOLS
POOLS is a walking simulator inspired by liminal spaces and the Backrooms aesthetic. Players find themselves wandering through massive, empty pool complexes filled with echoes, fluorescent lights and the sound of their footsteps on wet tiles. The atmosphere is serene yet unsettling, as the game encourages players to explore slowly and absorb the space.
There are no monsters, no chase sequences and no scripted jumpscares. The fear comes from emptiness. The minimalist design removes distraction. There is no menu screen during gameplay, allowing players to be fully immersed in the environment. POOLS contains six chapters, each offering ten to thirty minutes of exploration filled with silence, subtle environmental changes and visual storytelling.
Visually, the game resembles an art installation. Each area feels like a surreal museum where players observe reflections, lights and geometric symmetry. The challenge is simple yet psychologically intense. Players must find a way out while their mind fills the silence with tension and unanswered questions.
POOLS originally gained attention on PC and will also arrive on consoles soon. Now, players in Southeast Asia can experience the fear of quiet environments anywhere through their mobile device.
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THIS IS our take
POOLS proves that horror does not need jumpscares or loud monsters. Sometimes, silence is far scarier than screaming. For players in Southeast Asia who enjoy atmospheric tension and psychological immersion, this might be one of the most unique horror experiences available on mobile today.
Silence never felt this loud.
