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A Spider to A Fly

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100% User Score Based on 28 reviews

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A Spider to A Fly is a single player action game with a horror theme. It was developed by Syine and was released on December 26, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"A Spider to A Fly" is a 90's horror-inspired point-and-click game, where players follow the story of Ian, a man searching for his missing son while confronting his inner demons. The game features a unique pixel-photobash art style, mature themes, and atmospheric music. With its solo-made development, players can expect a deep and emotional journey lasting 1-3 hours.

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story4 positive mentions
  • The game features an amazing atmosphere with top-notch graphics, sound design, and a compelling soundtrack that keeps players engaged throughout its short duration.
  • It successfully evokes strong noir vibes and tackles deep psychological themes, making it a unique experience reminiscent of classic point-and-click games.
  • The use of symbolism and the psychological depth of the narrative provide a thought-provoking experience that resonates with players long after finishing the game.
  • Gameplay is overly simplistic with minimal puzzles, often reducing the experience to merely walking around and collecting items without much challenge.
  • The story is vague and predictable, lacking character development and immersion, which may leave players feeling disconnected from the narrative.
  • Technical issues such as slow interactions, a locked frame rate, and some visual inconsistencies detract from the overall experience, making it feel sluggish at times.
  • story
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique and compelling narrative that explores themes of personal tragedy and mental despair, while others criticize it for being predictable and lacking depth in character development. Many reviewers appreciate the dark, gritty atmosphere and the symbolism woven throughout the plot, though some feel it could benefit from more fleshing out and backstory. Overall, while the story is seen as a highlight by some, others find it generic and lacking immersion.

    • “The story was compelling and very unique to tell through a game.”
    • “It was very refreshing to see something different and to have such a dark, gritty horror veneer to wrap up an impactful story of a man and his family's relationships being pulled apart.”
    • “I do like that it isn't the typical psychological horror trope of a bad dad murdering everyone, and I appreciate that there was some nuance to the balance of personal tragedy and the horrific consequences of impulsive rage in regards to the main character's story.”
    • “One the creator goes in dry with the story, you basically know everything that's going to happen pretty early on. There's no build-up where the creator gives you much backstory, barely any information about any of the characters, or any reason to care about them or their plight. It's a bit of a generic story with no immersion.”
    • “The story is okay, quite vague and typical guilt/regret themes.”
    • “Even though the story was very basic and pretty much explains exactly what happens, in this case, I think you got away with it because all of the focus is on his mental despair and how the game walks you through his journey. It's a very grounded narrative, but sometimes a realistic story can be effective too.”
  • atmosphere
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive sound design, art style, and effective use of visual effects, which collectively create a rich and eerie environment reminiscent of Silent Hill. While some players noted superficial gameplay issues, they felt that the strong mood and narrative depth compensated for these shortcomings, making the overall experience engaging and atmospheric. The combination of music and soundscape significantly enhances the game's character and emotional impact.

    • “A really atmospheric game; the sound design is great, and I love the set pieces and artwork.”
    • “Speaking of atmosphere, this game has a very strong one; the sound design and music both work wonders for making the gloomy environments feel real.”
    • “My expectations were met; it was immersive, and the Silent Hill influence is very welcome in the eerie atmosphere, visuals, and music.”
    • “There were a lot of superficial issues, and as an adventure game it's not made particularly well, the interactions and the text are too slow and I think you need to work on reducing the delay between the actions; however, I still think the mood and the atmosphere were handled pretty well. If you can overlook the actual 'game' part of the experience, there is still an interesting psychological deconstruction of the character.”
    • “So it wasn't great, but if you can work more on the superficial experience, I think you at least get the atmosphere and the narrative right, which is more important to me.”
    • “My expectations were met; it was immersive and the Silent Hill influence is very welcome in the eerie atmosphere, visuals, and music.”
  • graphics
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their atmospheric quality and artistic design, drawing strong comparisons to the Silent Hill series. However, some players criticize the overuse of grain and blur effects, which can obscure details and detract from immersion. While the visuals are a highlight, inconsistencies and a dark aesthetic may hinder the overall experience for some players.

    • “The star of the game is definitely the presentation: graphics, sound design, and soundtrack are top notch and kept me hooked for the whole (short) duration.”
    • “The art style and soundscape drew me in from the trailer, and I fell in love with the overall atmosphere of the game.”
    • “My expectations were met; it was immersive, and the Silent Hill influence is very welcome in the eerie atmosphere, visuals, and music.”
    • “Some achievements are annoying and the visuals aren't always entirely consistent though, plus playing through the game more than once just feels really slow and unfun.”
    • “[u] Visuals [/u] - while I didn't like how you often overused the blur and grain, there were occasional locations that had interesting designs. I think if you can strategically focus more on the contrast of light sources and maybe add a few effects like dust particles, it would look a lot better.”
    • “Like I said, the second time you enter the street looks much better; that is the aesthetic you should maintain.”
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music and sound design in the game are highly praised, contributing significantly to its immersive and atmospheric experience. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack effectively enhances the eerie environments, with strategic mood changes that complement the narrative. Overall, the audio elements are considered a standout feature, enriching the game's presentation and emotional depth.

    • “The star of the game is definitely the presentation: graphics, sound design, and soundtrack are top notch and kept me hooked for the whole (short) duration.”
    • “Speaking of atmosphere, this game has a very strong one; the sound design and music both work wonders for making the gloomy environments feel real.”
    • “Overall, it seems like you would play a lot with the soundtrack across the locations, and you should maintain that going forward because it makes the atmosphere richer with character.”
    • “Overall it seems like you would play a lot with the soundtrack across the locations and you should maintain that going forward because it makes the atmosphere more rich with character.”
  • gameplay
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, which some feel detracts from its classification as a true point-and-click adventure, aiming instead for a more cinematic experience. While the visuals are appealing, the unresponsive UI and mouse cursor can hinder interaction. However, successfully solving puzzles can be highly rewarding, providing a sense of accomplishment and cleverness.

    • “The gameplay can be incredibly rewarding at times; the feeling of cracking a puzzle yourself can make you feel like a genius, like using the screwdriver on the broken fuse without being told to.”
    • “Gameplay is simple and hardly qualifies as a point and click adventure.”
    • “This seems intended to make the game more cinematic, and it looks fine enough for the gameplay, but things like the UI elements and mouse cursor also being locked to this frame rate made it feel kind of unresponsive, especially since the mouse is the primary way you'll be interacting with things.”
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A Spider to A Fly is a action game with horror theme.

A Spider to A Fly is available on PC and Windows.

A Spider to A Fly was released on December 26, 2023.

A Spider to A Fly was developed by Syine.

A Spider to A Fly has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

A Spider to A Fly is a single player game.

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