The Vaults Below Durn: A Field Study

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

[Leeds, UK] – May 16, 2026 – Indie developer Gongylus Games today announced that a free public demo for The Vaults Below Durn: A Field Study will officially launch on Steam on May 20/21. Content creators and streamers are invited to get exclusive, early hands-on access to the preview starting today.

Designed to be experienced in a short, focused sitting, this 5-room demo tasks players with stepping into the shoes of an explorer following the trail left by a missing zoologist. Every room presents a simple but agonizing choice: three doors, but only one safe path forward. To survive, players must closely observe environmental clues to deduce the correct route.

Get Early Access Before the Public Launch: The public can’t play until May 20/21, but we want to give you a head start! Simply reply to this email, and we will send you a private Google Drive build so you can stream it or record content ahead of the launch.

Why It’s Perfect for Your Stream:

  • Play Detective with Chat: The deduction-based puzzles are a goldmine for chat interaction. Let your viewers help you spot the clues and vote on which door to open!
  • All Atmosphere, No Cheap Scares: The game features a forebodingly tense undertone, but absolutely zero jump-scares, meaning you can focus on the mystery without blowing out your microphone.
  • The Perfect Content Filler: At just 5 rooms long, the demo is a quick, high-engagement segment to kick off your stream or feature in a YouTube/TikTok video.

You can check out and wishlist the game on Steam here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4494830/The_Vaults_Below_Durn_A_Field_Study/

Demo Summary

Contact:

Gongylus Games

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