Djinn: The Forbidden Knowledge

Djinn: The Forbidden Knowledge is an exploration-focused horror adventure with action, platforming and light puzzles. You play as an Arabian princess trapped in a realm that reflects her deepest fears, where you confront enemies, uncover dark secrets and search for a way out. The story has 13 endings and takes about 8–12 hours to complete.

Oman and the realm

The story begins in Oman during the 19th-century golden age, when the country stood at the crossroads of trading routes. A terrifying threat brings the markets to silence, while malevolent forces rise and magicians weave deceptive schemes. By 1840, the Sultan has abandoned his homeland and moved his capital to Zanzibar in Africa, leaving the Sultanate facing an uncertain future.

As you explore the realm of the unknown, you encounter creatures from this world and beyond. The environment changes, the land itself can become a threat, and shadows may conceal enemies. Notes reveal the story, lore and secrets of the surroundings; close attention to detail can uncover new answers and a deeper understanding of the narrative. The multiple endings leave room for interpretation.

Explore and survive

You choose where to go, explore and scavenge for resources, and use weapons against enemies and bosses. Managing resources is essential: find and use items strategically to maintain your health, stamina and sanity. The old-school gameplay is challenging and includes roguelite elements, but death does not make you lose your inventory items, allowing you to make steady progress. The game also includes horror-related Easter eggs.

Customize the experience

A range of settings lets you adjust quality and performance. Some settings change dynamically to reflect your psychological and physical state, including FOV (80°–90°), camera shake, depth of field, vignettes and sound levels for SFX and music.