Galactic Crows™ is an indie game developer based on Iasi, Romania, creating deeply immersive psychological horror games.
Galactic Crows™ is an indie game developer based on Iasi, Romania, creating deeply immersive psychological horror games.
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UPCOMING RELEASE
DEADLY QUIET
Deadly Quiet is a 4-player co-op asymmetrical horror game set in the eerie Hoia Baciu forest. Featuring a bodycam perspective, your fate depends on your actions and the cooperation of your entire team. But remember to STAY QUIET.
LATEST RELEASES
CHRISTMAS MUTILATOR
Inspired by 80s slasher films, Christmas Mutilator™ is an immersive horror and home invasion game. Your husband and children are trapped in the storm, you are stuck in a cabin for the holidays. Use every tactic you can to stay alive and get out of your house as a vicious psychopath breaks in.
PSYCHOPATHY ASSESSMENT
Psychopathy Assessment is a retro-80s V.H.S PS1 style analog horror game that blurs the line between reality and delusion. Step into a universe where you're not just playing a game; you're taking a psychopathy test, but the stakes are considerably higher than a straightforward diagnosis.
POPULAR RELEASES
MUZY
Explore the mystery behind a once-loved and hugely popular children's toy, also known as MUZY, in this terrifying horror adventure game. Several reports detail frightening incidents connected to accidents. Your job is to solve the puzzles and find the cause of these unsettling occurrences.
PSYCHOPATH MASSACRE
George Dinescu kidnapped you in his home in Romania. Get out alive while utilizing a V.H.S camera to film everything that happens inside. Torture, murder, and dismemberment take place inside the house, exposing the frightening legacy of a serial killer's decade of terror.
Tarba Paul Cornel - Founder
Tarba Paul Cornel - Founder
I'm Paul, I was born in Romania and I'm working as a video game developer, graphic designer, music producer and VFX editor. I've got my start in video game industry as an independent developer, working on a variety of projects for tiny Romanian firms as a designer and programmer.
My official website: tarbapaulcornel.com
MY EXPERIENCE
CEO & Owner @Galactic Crows
Sept 2017 - Present
I am the founder and CEO of Galactic Crows an independent game development studio. We focus on psychological horror games rich with dark atmosphere and heavy on the narrative.
Lead Developer @Forge Gaming Studio SRL
May 2022 - Jan 2023
As the lead developer at Forge, I spearheaded the development, execution, and leadership of Web3 games for numerous international clients such as: NFTGCO.com
BLOODIOUS GAMES · Self-employed
Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
I took the position of translator for a horror game that quickly gained popularity and went viral internationally. This role gave me the opportunity to work with the game's developers to adapt the content and dialogue in a way that respects not only the original meaning, but also the scary tone and atmosphere of the genre, ensuring that the player experience is immersive and coherent in various languages. The game is called MADiSON.
GALACTIC CROWS PODCASTS
Gamedev Academy - Podcast
Gamedev Academy - Podcast
Language - Romanian
In episode 17 of GameDev Livecast, we celebrate the Halloween atmosphere alongside George from Darkania Works, a passionate indie developer of narrative horror games, and Paul from Galactic Crows, an indie developer specializing in gameplay-focused horror games. We explore what inspires them, how they approach development, and the challenges they face in creating immersive and terrifying experiences.
Deadly Quiet Developer Interview
Deadly Quiet Developer Interview
Language - English
In this episode, itsNohi and Tarba Paul Cornel from Galactic Crows dive into an in-depth discussion about *Deadly Quiet*. They cover key topics such as the game's release dates, how it functions, the development roadmap, and plans for the future. Additionally, they address controversies surrounding the game, provide clarifications, and discuss the impact of a Twitter ban, along with other important updates.
Whispers Of Horror Episode #39 - Deadly Quiet
Whispers Of Horror Episode #39 - Deadly Quiet
Language - English
In this episode of Whispers of Horror, we’re diving into the eerie depths of Deadly Quiet, a 4-player co-op asymmetrical horror game set in the infamous Hoia Baciu forest. With a bodycam perspective that pulls you into the terror firsthand, survival hinges on teamwork, strategy, and—most importantly—staying silent.
GALACTIC CROWS NEWS
2025
IGN - "Deadly Quiet - Official Reveal Trailer"
https://www.ign.com/videos/deadly-quiet-official-reveal-trailer
IGN - "Deadly Quiet - Official Gameplay Trailer"
https://www.ign.com/videos/deadly-quiet-official-gameplay-trailer
IGN India - "Deadly Quiet - Official Announcement Trailer"
https://in.ign.com/video/224286/deadly-quiet-official-reveal-trailer
VICE - "‘Deadly Quiet’ Is a Bodycam Horror Game Developed by Two 19-Year-Olds, and It Looks Phenomenal" Shaun Cichacki
https://www.vice.com/en/article/deadly-quiet-is-a-bodycam-horror-game-developed-by-two-19-year-olds-and-it-looks-phenomenal/
VICE - "‘‘Deadly Quiet’ Has a Release Date, and I Can’t Wait To Explore Hoia-Baciu Forest and Get Eaten by a Wendigo" Shaun Cichacki
https://www.vice.com/en/article/deadly-quiet-has-a-release-date-and-i-cant-wait-to-explore-hoia-baciu-forest-and-get-eaten-by-a-wendigo/
Bloody Disgusting - "Stealth and Communication Are Key With Asymmetrical Co-op Horror Game ‘Deadly Quiet’ [Trailer]" Mike Wilson
https://bloody-disgusting.com/video-games/3854139/stealth-and-communication-are-key-with-asymmetrical-co-op-horror-game-deadly-quiet-trailer/
Bloody Disgusting - "New ‘Deadly Quiet’ Gameplay Trailer Showcases Chaos, Fun, and Betrayal [Watch]" Mike Wilson
https://bloody-disgusting.com/video-games/3866125/new-deadly-quiet-gameplay-trailer-showcases-chaos-fun-and-betrayal-watch/
Gamespot - "Silence Is Survival In First Look At Deadly Quiet" Blair Marnell
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/silence-is-survival-in-first-look-at-deadly-quiet/1100-6529383/
ENEBA - "Deadly Quiet Takes Players Into The Infamous Hoia Baciu Forest" Jorgen Johansson
https://www.eneba.com/hub/news/deadly-quiet-takes-players-into-the-infamous-hoia-baciu-forest/
GameRANT - "Deadly Quiet is an asymmetrical horror game for up to four players developed by Tarba Paul Cornel and Abdul Rafy."
https://gamerant.com/video/deadly-quiet-official-reveal-trailer/
FlickeringMyth - "Asymmetrical horror Deadly Quiet unveils gameplay trailer" Andrew Newton
https://www.flickeringmyth.com/asymmetrical-horror-deadly-quiet-unveils-gameplay-trailer/
Automation Media - "ボディカメラ風Co-op脱出ホラー『Deadly Quiet』正式発表。実在の“呪われた森”を舞台に、プレイヤーの行動に適応する怪物から逃げる" Tamio Kimura
https://automaton-media.com/articles/newsjp/deadly-quiet-20250211-327964/
Gamespark.jp - "ボディカメラ風視点の4人Co-opホラー『Deadly Quiet』正式発表！呪いの森で恐るべき捕食者から逃げ延びよう"
https://www.gamespark.jp/article/2025/02/11/149316.html
Gamemeca - "긴장감 극대화, 바디캠 공포 신작 스팀 페이지 오픈"
https://www.gamemeca.com/view.php?gid=1758200
Passionate Geekz - "The body camera-style co-op escape horror “Deadly Quiet” has been officially announced. Set in a real “cursed forest”, escapes from monsters that adapt to the player’s actions."
https://passionategeekz.com/the-body-camera-style-co-op-escape-horror-deadly-quiet-has-been-officially-announced-set-in-a-real-cursed-forest-escapes-from-monsters-that-adapt-to-the-players-actions-automaton/
NetEase News 163 - "《Deadly Quiet》Steam上线 合作恐怖逃生"
https://www.163.com/dy/article/JO473B510526D8LR.html
NextPlayer.it - "Deadly Quiet è un gioco horror asimmetrico cooperativo per 4 giocatori in arrivo ad aprile!" Francesco
https://www.nextplayer.it/deadly-quiet-e-un-gioco-horror-asimmetrico-cooperativo-per-4-giocatori-in-arrivo-ad-aprile/
La Pause Geek - "Deadly Quiet : Silence mortel en forêt coopérative !" Domi
https://lapausegeek.com/deadly-quiet-silence-mortel-en-foret-cooperative/
Lee News Central - "Deadly Quiet Official Reveal Trailer"
https://news.lee.net/partners/video-elephant/life-entertainment/entertainment/deadly-quiet-official-reveal-trailer/video_455e7aac-dfb3-514d-b23a-75d35fde0e09.html
Gamers & Games - "Survival horror cooperativo Deadly Quiet chega ao Steam em abril" Saulo Fernandes
https://www.gamersegames.com.br/2025/02/11/survival-horror-cooperativo-deadly-quiet-chega-ao-steam-em-abril/
Aggrogamer - "Deadly Quiet Reveals How We Will Survive The Infamous Hoia Baciu Forest" David Becker
https://aggrogamer.com/article/11822/Deadly-Quiet-Reveals-How-We-Will-Survive-The-Infamous-Hoia-Baciu-Forest
gomultiplayer.com - "Un nuevo juego de terror asimétrico está por llegar en los próximos meses: Deadly Quiet" Supremo Alexander
https://gomultiplayer.com/un-nuevo-juego-de-terror-asimetrico-esta-por-llegar-en-los-proximos-meses-deadly-quiet-708/
Game Perspectives - "Deadly Quiet: Horor co-op igra s bodycam vizualima dolazi uskoro na Steam" Vedran Sabljak
https://gameperspectives.hr/vijesti/deadly-quiet-horor-co-op-igra-s-bodycam-vizualima-dolazi-uskoro-na-steam
GAMEKAPOCS - "Deadly Quiet - bejelentették a testkamerás co-op horrort" JesusHun
https://www.gamekapocs.hu/hir/86898/deadly_quiet_bejelentettek_a_testkameras_co_op_horrort
AND MORE...
2024
Bloody Disgusting - "Stealth Horror Game ‘Christmas Mutilator’ Coming to Steam on December 20" Mike Wilson
https://bloody-disgusting.com/video-games/3847977/stealth-horror-game-christmas-mutilator-coming-to-steam-on-december-20-trailer/
Bloody Disgusting - "Lo-Fi PS1-Styled Analog Horror Game ‘Psychopathy Assessment’ Arrives This Halloween" Mike Wilson
Flickering Myth - "Psychopath Massacre trailer teases chilling horror puzzler" Andrew Newton
https://www.flickeringmyth.com/psychopath-massacre-trailer-teases-chilling-horror-puzzler/
All Hallows Geek - "Playtime Becomes Slay-time in New Toy-filled Survival Horror ‘MUZY’" Mike Wilton
https://www.allhallowsgeek.com/playtime-becomes-slay-time-in-new-toy-filled-survival-horror-muzy/
Chainwolf Studio - "Psychopathy Assessment: Jocul horror românesc care te provocă psihologic’"
https://chainwolfgamedev.com/psychopathy-assessment-joc-horror-retro-romanesc/
Flickering Myth - "PS1-style horror Psychopathy Assessment blurs the lines between reality" Andrew Newton
Premortem Games - "Left To Rot developer Tarba Paul Cornel “It’s trial and error until you find success" Eric Bartelson
https://premortem.games/2024/08/19/tarba-paul-cornel-makes-left-to-rot/
GameLab - "H νέα ψυχολογική εμπειρία τρόμου Psychopathy Assessment έρχεται τον Οκτώβρη" Gamelab.gr
Malditos Nerds - "Psychopathy Assessment presenta terror psicológico con gráficos de la PlayStation original" Gustavo Robles
Nerd Stash - "Christmas Mutilator Is the Sweet Horror Treat You Need This Holiday" Patrick Armstrong
https://thenerdstash.com/christmas-mutilator-is-the-sweet-horror-treat-you-need-this-holiday/
player.one - "Psychopath Massacre Challenges You to Survive and Escape from a Serial Killer" Patrick Armstrong
https://www.player.one/psychopath-massacre-challenges-you-survive-escape-serial-killer-157791
2022
GamesRadar+ - "This new horror game about cursed VHS tapes has PT vibes aplenty" Jordan Gerblick
https://www.gamesradar.com/this-new-horror-game-about-cursed-vhs-tapes-has-pt-vibes-aplenty/
GamingBIBLE - "Fans compare terrifying new VHS tape horror game to P.T." Kate Harrold
https://www.gamingbible.com/news/fans-compare-terrifying-vhs-tape-horror-game-pt-547410-20221223
Bloody Disgusting - "Escape a Cursed House in the ‘V/H/S’-Inspired Horror Game ‘Left to Rot’" Mike Wilson
Downright Creepy - "VHS Inspired Game ‘Left to Rot’ Has an Inherently Creepy Feel About It" Tim KC Canton
https://downrightcreepy.com/left-to-rot-game-trailer/
IGN Middle East - "لعبة الرعب الجديدة ذات منظور كاميرا الجسد Left to Rot ستدعم اللغة العربية’" Moustafa Gad
https://me.ign.com/ar/pc/162048/news/lb-lrb-ljdyd-dht-mnzwr-kmyr-ljsd-left-to-rot-stdm-llg-lrby
ArabHardware - "لعبة الرعب Left to Rot قادمة بدعم رسمي للغة العربية’"
https://arabhardware.net/news/horror-game-left-to-rot-supports-arabic
MeuPlayStation - "PT, é você? Left to Rot chega em 2023 lembrando clássica demo de Kojima" Jean Azevedo
https://meups.com.br/noticias/left-to-rot-2023-kojima-demo-pt/
PureGaming.es - "Left to Rot llegará en 2023"
https://puregaming.es/left-to-rot-llegara-en-2023/
Game-News24 - "New first-person horror game Left to Rot is very famous for the legendary PT"
AWARDS
Paul Cornel Tarba, participated in the "3.2 Web Pages" of INOVAFEST section with their project "Creating a Video Game," earning FIRST PRIZE.
FILMMAKING
Together with Daniel Merino Villavicencio, Kobe Brown, and Madeleine Bohn, I created a short horror film for our game Left to Rot. For me, at least as an indie developer, this is an incredible achievement, and I thank them from the bottom of my heart for their help and support, and for trusting my project.
Left to Rot - Live Action Movie is on IMDb.
Left to Rot - Live Action Movie is on IMDb.
Luca, stuck in a creepy basement, utilizes an old Polaroid camera to uncover hidden horrors and an evil entity known as Elderblood. To flee, he must perform a lethal ritual or risk losing his soul to the evil creature forever.
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