Adam: Lost Memories

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Chordosis is a single-player horror action game with stunning graphics and a haunting atmosphere, set in the small village of Dunahont, Hungary. As Sadie, you'll search for your missing twin sister and uncover chilling alien abduction mysteries. Solve physics-based puzzles, manage your inventory, and survive encounters with otherworldly beings in this cosmic survival sci-fi horror experience.

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Play Modes

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

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 87 reviews

atmosphere16 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features an incredibly immersive atmosphere, with stunning graphics and sound design that effectively evoke feelings of dread and isolation.
Despite some frustrating puzzles, many players found the gameplay engaging and rewarding, with a strong emotional narrative that resonates deeply.
The developer, Adam Dubi, has shown great talent in creating a unique horror experience, and many players are excited to see what he will produce in the future.

The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including frequent crashes, game-breaking bugs, and a lack of clear direction, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Some players found the puzzles to be overly obscure or nonsensical, leading to confusion and a sense of aimlessness during gameplay.
The narrative's connection to its themes can feel disjointed, with some players expressing disappointment in how the story unfolds and its relevance to the horror elements.

atmosphere
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
46%
9%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its oppressive, eerie, and haunting qualities, effectively creating a chilling experience through masterful sound design and unsettling visuals. While many reviewers commend the game's ability to evoke strong emotions and tension, some note that the gameplay mechanics and pacing can detract from the overall impact of the atmosphere. Overall, the game's atmospheric elements are considered its standout feature, leaving a lasting impression on players.
- “The game's masterful blend of unsettling visuals and haunting sound design crafts an atmosphere that's genuinely chilling.”
- “I'm blown away by how intensely dreadful and amazingly crafted the atmosphere and the scares are.”
- “What a beautifully crafted horror game and a very creative and atmospheric way of telling this story.”
- “At this point of the game, I just wanted it to be over; I had no thrill, no appreciation for the atmosphere nor the ending.”
- “Unfortunately, the game falls short with puzzles back to back and problem after problem; by the end, the atmosphere and sense of horror were starting to wear off.”
- “The atmosphere initially is strong but it loses itself before even the midpoint.”
story
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
77%
9%
The story in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it deeply personal and impactful, particularly regarding themes of child abuse, while others criticize its lack of coherence and connection to the gameplay. Many reviewers note a dissonance between the main narrative and the sci-fi elements, leading to confusion and a feeling that the story is thin or poorly integrated. Overall, while the emotional weight of the story resonates with some, others feel it detracts from the gameplay experience.
- “The story hits hard the idea of being a stranger in your own home.”
- “What a beautifully crafted horror game and a very creative and atmospheric way of telling this story.”
- “This is a phenomenal terrifying game that gives you just a small percent experience of what the real person behind this story (and many others) have experienced.”
- “The story was lacking, and a good amount of the puzzles made zero sense.”
- “However, the dissonance between the two cuts a wedge between both and compounds against the gameplay and other parts of the story.”
- “Barely any story exists, and what is there feels like two completely distinct stories, and neither really does much to emphasize child abuse.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
27%
14%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning detail and atmospheric design, effectively blending unsettling visuals with a haunting soundscape to create a chilling experience. Players appreciate the distinct and visually striking environments, particularly the industrial sci-fi and steampunk aesthetics, which enhance the narrative and emotional depth. However, some users noted performance issues that detracted from the overall experience, despite the high-quality visuals.
- “The game's masterful blend of unsettling visuals and haunting sound design crafts an atmosphere that's genuinely chilling.”
- “The visuals are fantastic, I love the industrial sci-fi setting, and every room and hallway is distinct and visually striking.”
- “Very steampunk/apocalyptic future aesthetic, composition within every turn was really pretty to look at, the colors, the architecture; again the visuals make the game so much more real and emotional.”
- “The optimization is pretty bad; even with all my graphics at minimum, I am unable to finish the game.”
- “The performance does buckle a bit, but the sublime visuals and design for the levels make up for that quite a bit.”
- “What drew me in were the graphics since I'd never seen many games that had the level of detail this one advertised.”
gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
63%
19%
The gameplay is characterized by a lack of bugs and crashes, but it suffers from linearity and a slow pace that detracts from the overall experience. While the atmospheric elements and puzzles are commendable, they fail to create a truly engaging survival horror experience, leading to feelings of boredom rather than tension. Players often find themselves questioning their objectives and feeling disconnected from the narrative, although some appreciate the ending's resolution.
- “In terms of gameplay, no bugs, no crashes.”
- “It seeks to establish itself with atmospheric locations, puzzles, survival horror gameplay, and an autobiographical narrative that unfolds.”
- “I came across a playthrough of an early build of the game done by the YouTuber John Wolfe and was instantly drawn to the Amnesia-esque gameplay.”
- “Survival horror gameplay is neither truly survival based nor particularly horrifying.”
- “While the atmosphere in sight and sound works overtime to intimidate and horrify the player, the gameplay itself is so linear, straight-jacket, and blunt as to numb the participant to any sharp incisions it would otherwise make.”
- “I would also note that the gameplay had me annoyed while I played it as I was constantly asking myself 'where am I going and why am I doing this?' and near the end I was just trying to finish it to be done with it.”
emotional
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its unsettling yet deeply emotional experience, likening its impact to the effects of emotional abuse without visible scars. Reviewers highlight the compelling atmosphere, combining a steampunk aesthetic with a haunting narrative that resonates on a personal level, culminating in an ending that, while somewhat overt, is emotionally impactful and distinct from typical horror conclusions. Overall, it is described as a disturbing yet beautifully crafted game that evokes strong emotional responses.
- “Wow, what a hidden gem; truly unsettling and even emotional horror game.”
- “The ending was decent as well, maybe a bit overt, but it was actually quite emotional and very unlike most horror game endings I've come across.”
- “The whole atmosphere is very creepy and also heartbreaking, knowing that he is reflecting on his own experiences.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the stunning visuals and atmosphere, many report frequent crashes and subpar performance even at minimum graphics settings. Despite these issues, the game's design and aesthetic appeal somewhat compensate for the optimization shortcomings.
- “The performance does buckle a bit, but the sublime visuals and design for the levels make up for that quite a bit; it's essentially one of the most beautiful games in my library.”
- “I've been streaming it on Twitch for a few days and I was genuinely very impressed with the atmosphere and horror aspects of the game, but the optimization is pretty bad. Even with all my graphics at minimum, I am unfortunately unable to finish the game.”
- “I had multiple crashes, maybe around 10 or so. The performance isn't great, but that's not that big of a deal. I would have preferred to have a real story and then the puzzles. Most of those are just find item X and use it at location Y, but the levels are quite big and non-linear.”
- “The performance does buckle a bit, but the sublime visuals and design for the levels make up for that quite a bit. It's essentially one of the most beautiful games in my library.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report mixed experiences with stability, noting occasional hard crashes and FPS drops, but many have not encountered significant game-breaking glitches. Some players feel fortunate to have avoided the more severe issues discussed in forums.
- “I experienced three hard crashes, which were definitely a buzzkill. Early on, I also noticed some FPS drops, but I didn't encounter any game-breaking glitches that I've seen mentioned all over the forums. Maybe I just got lucky.”
- “The game frequently crashes, making it frustrating to play. Stability is a major issue that needs to be addressed.”
- “I had to restart the game multiple times due to stability issues. It really detracts from the overall experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is minimalistic, often lacking loud accents, which enhances the overall atmosphere and can create a more effective sense of suspense and fear than traditional horror game soundtracks.
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The audio mixing is poor; the music often drowns out important sound effects, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”