13:ORIGIN - Chapter One | Game Brain

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"13:ORIGIN - Chapter One" is a puzzle-oriented horror game that follows Edmond Lavier's journey to uncover the mysteries of his past. As Edmond, players will encounter traps, solve puzzles, and delve deeper into the darkness that surrounds his childhood memories. The game is rich in detail and atmosphere, featuring challenging puzzles that will test the limits of the player's intelligence. This immersive experience is just the beginning of the 13:ORIGIN series.

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Play Modes

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

Impressive voice acting and a variety of puzzles that range from straightforward to challenging, providing a refreshing gameplay experience.
Solid graphics and atmosphere, with no cheap jump scares, enhancing the overall immersion.
Engaging storyline that adds depth to the puzzle-solving experience, making it a standout in the genre.

The game is plagued by bugs, including lighting issues and save file deletions, making it difficult to play.
The first chapter feels too short for the price, with limited story content and minimal gameplay duration.
Some puzzles may not provide adequate hints, and the overall story could benefit from further expansion.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its intriguing mystery and captivating narrative that enhances the puzzle-solving experience. However, many feel that the story is underdeveloped, consisting of only a few audio cassettes with minimal content, leading to concerns about the game's value relative to its price. Overall, while the foundation of the story is appreciated, players desire a more expansive and fleshed-out narrative.
- “Very good story.”
- “What a wonderful mystery/thriller supported by an intriguing story.”
- “What truly sets this game apart is the captivating storyline woven into the puzzle-solving experience.”
- “The price of this game might be better suited for the full story, because it's hard to even call the minuscule amount of story you get in this a 'chapter', since the story is essentially limited to 8 audio cassettes containing approximately 2 lines of monologue each.”
- “The story is told via tapes that you can pick up off the ground.”
- “Story could expand a bit more.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging puzzles and decent duration, avoiding cheap jump scares, while also being complemented by beautiful graphics and an intriguing narrative. However, some users feel that the price for just one initial chapter is not justified. Overall, it stands out in its genre for its immersive experience.
- “No cheap jump scares, and the gameplay duration is decent, especially if you factor in the time spent solving the puzzles.”
- “It would have made more sense to pay this price for a full game rather than 1 initial chapter, but the graphics and ambience were good, no lame jump scares, a decent gameplay duration if you include the time spent to solve the puzzles.”
- “Its engaging gameplay, beautiful aesthetics, and intriguing narrative make it a true standout in the genre.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for their solid quality and engaging atmosphere, contributing to the game's overall appeal. While some users noted issues like blurred textures upon closer inspection, the beautiful aesthetics and immersive visuals are highlighted as standout features that enhance the gameplay experience.
- “The graphics and atmosphere were solid.”
- “The graphics and ambience were good, with no lame jumpscares and a decent gameplay duration if you include the time spent to solve the puzzles.”
- “Although closer inspection reveals blurred textures, the graphics are still outstanding.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its solid graphics, contributing to an immersive experience, though some players feel the pricing for just one chapter is not justified.
- “The graphics and atmosphere were solid, creating an immersive experience that drew me in.”
- “It would have made more sense to pay this price for a full game rather than just one initial chapter, but the graphics and atmosphere were solid.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting significant bugs that hinder gameplay, such as improper lighting rendering and severe issues like save file deletion when accessing the menu. Overall, these problems make the game nearly unplayable for many.
- “Too buggy to play - half the time the lighting barely renders properly even with the lowest settings, and going into the menu during the first puzzle dropped me out of the world and deleted my save.”