Alice's Lullaby

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Alice's Lullaby is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Ape Law and was released on October 7, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

In the much anticipated follow up to Albino Lullaby; Alice's Lullaby, players are plunged into a haunting narrative that challenges their perception of reality. Explore in first person as your world revolves around the desperate mission to rescue young Alice from the grasp of the enigmatic Grandchild Cult, a group whose madness has led them to construct a device capable of turning back time.…

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94%

Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Alice's Lullaby is a beautifully crafted sequel that captures the ambiance, humor, and dialogue of its predecessor, making it a worthy follow-up for fans.
The game features a unique art style and a haunting score that enhances its disquieting atmosphere, providing a mesmerizing narrative experience.
Despite some flaws, the writing and voice acting are standout elements, with engaging characters and a story that keeps players invested.

The game suffers from audio mixing issues, making it difficult to hear dialogue over music, and some gameplay elements are unclear, leading to confusion on how to progress.
There are several bugs and janky animations that detract from the overall polish, leaving the game feeling less refined compared to its predecessor.
Some players found the story convoluted and difficult to follow, with many questions left unanswered and a lack of clarity in the narrative.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
67%
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The story is generally considered interesting and atmospheric, with a mix of bizarre and trippy elements, particularly in its exploration of characters like Alice and her family. However, some players feel that the narrative lacks resolution, leaving multiple plot points unresolved, and the gameplay is described as basic. Additionally, the abundance of collectible letters can detract from the overall storytelling experience.
- “Very atmospheric, very bizarre/trippy with the story of Alice, the grandchildren, and grandmother, and even more development of the role of the walklings.”
- “If you know the story from the first chapter, it empowers (and mildly confuses) the experience with seeing the different changes in characters.”
- “Maybe there were too many letters you could read; you start ignoring them at a certain point and you miss the story.”
- “There's just a few visual jumps, audio clips that occasionally double up, and the story jumps in random directions at times.”
- “Not quite as weird as the first game, and doesn't have the same atmosphere, but the overall story is fine.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The music and sound design in the game received praise for being engaging and enjoyable, with many players noting that the music "slaps." However, there are significant concerns regarding inconsistent audio mixing, where dialogue can be drowned out by the music, making it difficult to hear at times. Overall, while the music and voice acting are strong, the mixing issues detract from the experience.
- “The music and sound design (aside from some mixing) was really good and I found myself often thinking, 'Hey, this music slaps!' So kudos, lads!”
- “The music and voice acting is still powerful and the visuals are still eerie in a loving way.”
- “The ramblings of these little freaks is truly music to my ears, and the voice work was quite lovely.”
- “As for the mixing issues, there were some parts where you can barely hear the dialogue over the music, and adjusting the sound settings doesn't affect it.”
- “My only gripe is the audio mixing for the music and characters can be inconsistent, one or the other being quieter or much louder.”
- “The music and sound design (aside from some mixing) was really good and I found myself often thinking 'hey???”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The graphics are described as a unique and psychedelic experience, featuring surreal and phantasmagorical visuals that evoke a sense of beauty and unease. The art style is likened to that of Borderlands, contributing to an eerie yet captivating atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- “This is a sick society and the art style, one which I have never quite seen anything similar, and the superb score works wonders to sell just how strange, beautiful, lurid, and queasy it all is.”
- “Some questions are answered, further questions are raised, and all of it is wrapped in a surreal nightmare and phantasmagorical visuals.”
- “The music and voice acting are still powerful and the visuals are still eerie in a loving way.”
- “So a really psychedelic experience... otherwise it's good, it gives you Borderlands vibes in terms of graphics.”
- “Some questions are answered, further questions are raised, and all of it wrapped in a surreal nightmare and phantasmagorical visuals.”
- “The music and voice acting is still powerful and the visuals are still eerie in a loving way.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The gameplay is considered basic and flawed, with issues such as troublesome sound mixing and elements that need tuning. However, the game's captivating narrative and unique presentation may compensate for these shortcomings, suggesting players might overlook the gameplay to appreciate the overall experience.
- “Overall though, if you want a mesmerizing narrative presented in a manner you truly won't find anywhere else, then look no further.”
- “It has an interesting story, though the gameplay is a bit basic.”
- “Unfortunately, at the time of writing, the game is undoubtedly flawed - sound mixing is troublesome and certain gameplay elements cry out for tuning.”
- “Overall though, if you want a mesmerizing narrative presented in a manner you truly won't find anywhere else, then look no further - just maybe try and put gameplay aside and mind the rough edges for now.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is described as very atmospheric and bizarre, particularly in its trippy storytelling involving Alice and her family. However, some users feel it lacks the same level of weirdness and atmosphere as the first game, though the overall narrative remains engaging.
- “Very atmospheric, very bizarre/trippy with the story of Alice, the grandchildren, and grandmother, and even more development of the role of the walklings.”
- “Not quite as weird as the first game, and doesn't have the same atmosphere, but the overall story is fine.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its emotional depth, particularly as a psychological horror experience, though some players note flaws in specific flashback sequences that detract from the overall impact.
- “This game is peak and very emotional as a psychological horror game, although it has some flaws (mostly the first flashback with Alice and the part after that).”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game successfully blends modern updates with the original's charm, effectively preserving its humor and dialogue, which resonates well with players.
- “This game, despite being released in 2024, manages to update it while simultaneously perfectly capturing the first game's ambiance, humor, and dialogue.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits mild bugs and janky animations, but these issues are generally considered forgivable given the small development team's accomplishments.
- “Though mildly buggy and littered with janky animation, it is by and large excusable considering the small team and what they've achieved overall.”