Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 4303010 |
| Live current players | 0 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 4 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 0 |
| Price | Free to play |
| Free to play | Yes |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | — |
| Current price USD | Free |
| Release date | Jan 26, 2026 |
| Developer | Morning Rain Interactive |
| Publisher | Morning Rain Interactive |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | Mostly Positive |
| Positive review percent | 74% |
| Positive reviews | 26 |
| Negative reviews | 9 |
| Total reviews | 35 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | Not available |
| Average playtime forever | Not available |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | No |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/4303010/ |
Short description
Paperback is a short horror game that takes place in a public library at night with an aggressive thunderstorm raging in the vicinity where you take on the role of the newly hired novice librarian, Max.
About this game
Dawn Of The Millenium - the year is 2001 . You're a novice librarian tasked with keeping things running smoothly and closing up shop for the night. Sort out the shelves, maintain the utilities of the library and take calls as they come in - but keep your ears to the ground; there's something sinister unfurling in Maple Falls County. Logic-oriented puzzles and mechanics make up most of this game with a fully integrated physics and object-grabbing system, drawing inspiration from horror games of the past and present. The game takes roughly 30-60 minutes to finish depending on your own individual pace. It features multiple paths the player can take, and even has a secret easter egg. Think you can find it? Highly recommended for playing in the dark - the muted orange hue of the library coupled with the dark atmosphere should be very easy on the eyes. An ideal game for those seeking a cozy indie horror experience. Also, headphones are a big must if you enjoy immersive 3D sound design. Disclaimer Regarding AI Usage This game does not feature any AI content. All voice lines, assets, texts and sound effects have been produced naturally by verified users and commissioned artists. If you think a particular asset featured in the game was generated by AI, please reach out to me at [email protected]
Supported languages
English * * languages with full audio support