Panelak

Panelak

Released Dec 2024

Panelak is an old socialist-era building where strange things happen. Can you make it to the roof and help the helpless man?

90% positive · 270 reviews
Done
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Done
All announced content has been released
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Evaluation

Panelak launched on December 13, 2024 as a self-contained horror adventure game. The store description presents it as a complete experience with a clear beginning, set of mechanics, and goal (reaching the roof). There are no DLC listings, no season pass, no roadmap, and no developer statements announcing additional content. Post-launch, Pajos games was active in addressing player-reported issues: eight bug-fix patches shipped in the weeks immediately following launch, and three feature patches added quality-of-life improvements such as controller support, Steam Deck compatibility, Polish localization, Czech voice acting, and various gameplay adjustments (the most recent being Patch 1.8 on February 27, 2025). This is consistent with a small developer polishing a finished product after launch rather than building toward future content. No developer communication since February 27, 2025 has announced expansions, sequels, or additional story content. The game appears to have shipped as a complete, self-contained package and has since entered a maintenance-complete state.
Evidence
Patch 1.8 added Steam Deck compatibility, Polish localization, controller support, and gameplay balance tweaks — the most recent developer communication on record
news post · Feb 27, 2025 source development ongoing
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Store description presents Panelak as a complete, self-contained horror adventure with a defined goal and no mention of DLC, seasons, or future content
description source development ending
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Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Pajos games
Achievements
14
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player

About this game

You find yourself in front of an apartment building in the middle of the forest (how did it even get here?) and see a man calling for help. What will be your next move?

Solve puzzles, search for items, hide from danger, and above all, FOLLOW THE RULES. Don’t know what they are? Find the list, and if you want to survive, stick to it.

Panelak is a horror adventure game that takes you to the familiar environment of a socialist apartment block. Will it bring to you nostalgia and comfort, or disgust and fear?

Key Features:

  • Logical puzzles

  • Multiple possible solutions

  • Unique environment

  • Item searching

  • No combat, only logic, escape and hiding

  • Creepypasta references

  • Based on real... dreams

  • Retro atmosphere

Last evaluated Jun 18, 2026
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