Brightest Bulb in the Darkest Room release date
A short and surreal horror game made in RPG Maker 2003 for the 2026 SCREAMOLOGY game jam. The gameplay takes some inspiration from Yume Nikki, GOHOME, and the original Slender. Follow Conny as they attempt to escape their new surreal surroundings. Conduct rituals at bookcases with scrapped notes to try and find a way out. Try to outrun the horrors in the dark as you navigate the strange landscape.
- Release date
- April 29, 2026
- Developer
- MercuryMembrane
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Release dates by platform and region
| Platform | Region | Date | Unlock time | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC | Worldwide | Not announced | Released | Source |
Release date history
Date announced: April 29, 2026. Status: released — Upstream update (igdb) Source
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When does Brightest Bulb in the Darkest Room release?
Brightest Bulb in the Darkest Room released on April 29, 2026.
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Which platforms is Brightest Bulb in the Darkest Room on?
Brightest Bulb in the Darkest Room is releasing on PC.
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