And I Must Scream

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And I Must Scream is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Stitched Mouth Studios and was released on March 4, 2019. It received negative reviews from players.

And I Must Scream is an experience horror game that takes the player through a journey of kid's imagination of how he perceives the world around him. Control Max as he navigates the literal and metaphorical landscapes of trauma on his search for strength and acceptance.

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24%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game has a nice atmosphere and interesting concept.
The art style is visually appealing and reminiscent of other successful indie games.
There is potential for deep emotional exploration within the game's themes.

The game is plagued by severe bugs, crashes, and poor optimization, making it nearly unplayable.
There is a lack of instructions, controls layout, and clear goals, leaving players confused.
Gameplay is repetitive and often frustrating, with many players getting stuck due to glitches.

gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The gameplay has been criticized for its poor production quality, featuring weak mechanics and a lack of engaging content, often described as tedious and plagued by bugs. Players find it overly simplistic, primarily involving repetitive actions like walking and climbing, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “The gameplay mostly comprises walking, climbing ladders, and sometimes punching boxes.”
- “Along with gameplay mechanics, it clearly defines what is okay and not okay.”
- “This is a badly made 3D rendered 2D platformer with weak production value across the board, sloppy gameplay, awful concept, and worse graphics.”
- “Way too long, way too boring, ruined by bad optimization, bugs, and extremely boring gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is just a glorified walking and hiding simulator.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the low-quality, low-poly 3D visuals and overall weak production value, while others appreciate the art style despite technical issues like glitching textures and an empty background. Overall, the visuals are seen as a missed opportunity, as the game's performance detracts from the potential enjoyment of its aesthetic.
- “This game has a really good art style and concept.”
- “It really doesn't look bad; it's just unfortunate that the game isn't able to keep itself running long enough for the player to truly appreciate its visuals.”
- “Really like the art style!”
- “This is a badly made 3D rendered 2D platformer with weak production value across the board, sloppy gameplay, awful concept, and worse graphics.”
- “This features fairly low quality low poly 3D visuals which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
- “It really doesn't look bad, it's just unfortunate that the game isn't able to keep itself running long enough for the player to truly appreciate its visuals.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game features a visually appealing art style and concept, but it is criticized for lacking a coherent storyline and meaningful advancements, leaving players feeling unchallenged and disconnected. In contrast, some reviews highlight a narrative centered around exploring the mind of a young boy named Max during traumatic experiences, suggesting a deeper thematic element that may resonate with some players. Overall, the storytelling aspect appears to be inconsistent, with significant room for improvement.
- “The story consists of the player exploring the mind of a little boy named Max and how he perceives the world around him during periods of trauma.”
- “This game has a really good art style and concept, but it lacks any storyline, advancements, or even any threats. I was sure many times in this game that I would get pierced by the 'spider', yet it just never happened. I was kicked at the top level, and during the entire game, the main character ran slower than a snail. The scarf textures were constantly glitching into the character, and the background was empty and dull. As for the modules, they looked really nice!”
- “Doesn't have a storyline.”
- “It is very laggy and has no storyline as far as I could tell.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating its interesting concept and overall ambiance. Many express a desire to enjoy the game more, largely due to its appealing atmosphere.
- “The concept is interesting, and the atmosphere is captivating.”
- “I really want to love this game because it has such a nice atmosphere.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game's music is criticized for overshadowing the narration, resulting in poor audio balance that makes it difficult for players to hear the voiceovers clearly.
- “The game has narration that cannot be heard well, as the levels of music and voice are not balanced properly.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous over time.”
- “The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, detracting from the overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been heavily criticized, with players reporting significant bugs and performance issues that detract from the overall experience, leading to a tedious and unenjoyable gameplay.
- “Way too long, way too boring, ruined by bad optimization, bugs, and extremely boring gameplay.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The emotional depth of this student-made project shows great potential for exploration, but it is significantly hindered by numerous glitches, bugs, and inconsistencies that detract from the overall experience.
- “This student-made project has incredible potential for deep emotional exploration, even though it is currently hindered by glitches and inconsistencies.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters really resonated with me, making the experience unforgettable.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the storyline; it tackled complex emotions in a way that felt authentic and relatable.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is significantly hampered by numerous glitches, bugs, and inconsistencies, which overshadow its potential for deep emotional exploration.
- “All I can say about this student-made project is that there is so much good potential here with deep emotional exploration, but it's hidden under a ton of glitches, bugs, and overall issues and inconsistencies.”