嗜憶 Swallow

About

"Swallow" is a first-person psychological horror game based on a true unsolved case from 20th century England. As a lighthouse keeper, you must explore an isolated island and uncover the truth behind your uneasy feelings and the changed environment. The game uses psychological horror methods, including realistic object placement and sound effects, to tell the story and challenge your perception of reality.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

atmosphere3 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The graphics and atmosphere are visually appealing and well-designed.
The game offers a unique psychological horror experience without relying on traditional jump scares.
It's impressive for a small team of developers, showcasing potential for future projects.

The gameplay primarily consists of walking through repetitive environments with little variation.
There is a lack of a compelling story and meaningful choices, making it feel shallow.
The game can be confusing and lacks tension, leading to a boring experience for some players.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story, with some players finding it shallow and lacking depth, while others appreciate its unsettling atmosphere and effective integration of horror elements. A few users highlight the game's focus on storytelling and character experiences, suggesting that it resonates well with fans of narrative-driven horror. Overall, the story's effectiveness seems to vary significantly among players.
- “It has the perfect amount of horror mixed in with storytelling, and an amazing atmosphere.”
- “Soft horror game very focused on the story and the experiences of the protagonist.”
- “Good map design, good story, and good recreation of the environment.”
- “Shallow story and weak dialogue.”
- “The story isn't that enchanting and the atmosphere/horror elements quickly diminish when compared to the bigger part of watching and touching doors and taking damage unpredictably.”
- “The story just wasn't there, I'm sorry.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is a mixed bag; while some players find it unsettling and well-integrated with the storytelling, others feel that the horror elements diminish due to repetitive gameplay mechanics. Overall, it is praised for its strong visuals and effective psychological horror elements that contribute to an engaging atmosphere.
- “Instead it relies on the unsettling plot and atmosphere.”
- “It has the perfect amount of horror mixed in with storytelling, and an amazing atmosphere.”
- “A really interesting short psychological horror game with great atmosphere and visuals!”
- “The story isn't that enchanting, and the atmosphere and horror elements quickly diminish when compared to the larger part of watching and interacting with doors and taking damage unpredictably.”
- “Instead, it relies on the unsettling plot and atmosphere.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game are praised for their quality, contributing to a compelling atmosphere that enhances the psychological horror experience. Overall, the visuals are considered a standout feature.
- “A really interesting short psychological horror game with great atmosphere and visuals!”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional impact of the game is weakened by a lackluster story and diminishing horror elements, leading to a focus on mundane interactions like opening doors and experiencing unpredictable damage, which detracts from a deeper emotional engagement.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report significant optimization issues, including stuttering movement and audio problems, which detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “After 17 minutes of stuttering movement and audio glitches.”
- “The game frequently drops frames, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and crashes, which ruined the overall experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a high level of stability, with no significant bugs or glitches encountered during gameplay.