The Dark Layer
You are an investigator granted access to the "Paranormal Event Archive Management System." Browse century-old case files. Search for clues. But be careful—the archives are watching you now. >_ Files that watch back. Disappearances unexplained. Messages never sent.
Last Updated: 6/20/2026
The Dark Layer
You are an investigator granted access to the "Paranormal Event Archive Management System." Browse century-old case files. Search for clues. But be careful—the archives are watching you now. >_ Files that watch back. Disappearances unexplained. Messages never sent.
Last Updated: 6/20/2026
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About The Dark Layer
The Dark Layer is an Indie, and Early Access game developed by 暗格工作室. It was released on the Steam Store by 暗格工作室.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
According to Steam’s category system, The Dark Layer supports the following features:
- Single-player
- Save Anytime
- Stats
- Steam Achievements
- Custom Volume Controls
- Steam Workshop
- Playable without Timed Input
- Mouse Only Option
- Family Sharing
- Steam Cloud
- Steam Workshop
- Steam Leaderboards
- Keyboard Only Option
Media & Sceenshots
Watch the featured video for The Dark Layer and see the latest screenshots from the Steam Store.

The Dark Layer DLC
The Dark Layer has 2 related apps available for download from the Steam store.
| Image | Name | Type | Release Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 暗层 Demo | Demo | 6/11/2026 | Steam Charts | |
| 暗层 Playtest | Game | 6/19/2026 | Steam Charts |
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Soures & References
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The Dark Layer data has been sourced from:
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 20). The Dark Layer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 20). The Dark Layer. Steam Community Hub.

