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Contra Spem Spero is a text-based horror adventure with visual novel elements. Not every road leads out. You are lost deep in a twisted place — a forest one can only hope to escape.
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Frequently asked about Contra Spem Spero
- How much does Contra Spem Spero cost?
- Contra Spem Spero is listed on Steam at 9.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- What games are most similar to Contra Spem Spero?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Contra Spem Spero are Slay the Princess — The Pristine Cut, Scarlet Hollow, The Run.
- Who developed Contra Spem Spero?
- Contra Spem Spero was developed by DADZINGO.
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