Black Annis

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Black Annis is a single player action game. It was developed by Man the Barricades Ltd and was released on October 17, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Black Annis is the first game in a collection of short horror / puzzle exploration games that are based upon British folklore and presented in a modern fictional setting. Welcome to Lone Oak College For the last 250 years, stories tell of a murderous apparition that haunts the Dane Hills area of Leicester, people and animals periodically go missing with no trace. The stories tell of a lone o…

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Indie

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

Stunning visuals and beautiful map design enhance the overall experience.
The game successfully combines horror elements with comedic moments, making it enjoyable and fun.
Quality voice acting and engaging puzzles contribute to a memorable gameplay experience.

There are several bugs present, some of which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Audio mixing issues, particularly with voice volume, detract from the overall immersion.
The story lacks depth and clarity regarding character survival, which may leave players confused.

graphics
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The graphics in "Black Annis" are widely praised for their stunning visuals and beautiful map design, contributing to an immersive horror experience. While the voice acting is well-executed, some users noted issues with audio mixing, particularly the volume levels. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a strong point.
- “For someone who has played very few horror games, Black Annis is a horror game that I am really enjoying (with the lights on). The visuals are stunning, the map design is beautiful, and the voice acting is very well done.”
- “The visuals are stunning, the map design is beautiful, and the voice acting is done well.”
- “Graphics are great.”
story
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The story, rooted in British folklore and set in modern times, is considered straightforward and not overly complex, yet it effectively serves its purpose. Players noted that personal choices, such as saving a coworker, impact the narrative, adding a layer of engagement despite some minor bugs. Overall, the story received a rating of 7/10 for its simplicity and effectiveness.
- “The story is based on British folklore, but set in modern times.”
- “It was not a super intricate or compelling story, but it didn't need to be.”
- “I didn't save my coworker, but I saved myself, so I would say the mission was mostly successful.”
- “The bugs weren't completely game-breaking (and one even added to the story, lol).”
gameplay
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Gameplay is generally well-received, with players noting that previous bugs have been fixed and praising the mechanics, particularly the puzzles, which are rated 9/10. However, some users expressed a desire for a sprint button to navigate the large school environment more efficiently. Overall, the gameplay experience is described as fun and engaging.
- “Overall, very fun gameplay and exploration.”
- “Mechanics, 9/10: this game had some decent puzzles.”
- “I do wish there was a sprint button for getting around the school, which is somewhat large, but that is my only 'complaint' about the mechanics, lol.”
- “I do wish there was a sprint button for getting around the school, which is somewhat large, but that is my only complaint about the mechanics.”
humor
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The humor in the game is well-received, with players noting a blend of funny and tense moments that enhance the overall experience. The voice acting is highlighted as a strong point, contributing to the game's ability to evoke laughter and excitement without causing frustration. Overall, it offers a satisfying comedic experience at a reasonable price.
- “Enjoyable experience with some funny and tense moments.”
- “It was a good length, decent price ($6 at the time I purchased), funny in the right ways, and featured wonderful voice acting.”
- “It was a couple of hours for $6, and the game made me laugh, scream, and panic without getting frustrated, lost, or annoyed.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive horror elements, featuring shocking chase scenes and engaging puzzles. Reviewers note the believable and visually appealing setting of the college satellite campus, contributing to an overall strong atmospheric experience, rated around 8/10.
- “Amazing horror atmosphere, very shocking chase scenes and quality puzzles. I would recommend!”
- “Atmosphere, 8/10: the college satellite campus was very believable and looked really cool.”
optimization
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The game's optimization is highly praised, with users reporting flawless performance even during resource-intensive activities like recording gameplay, earning a perfect score of 10/10.
- “Performance, 10/10: I had no problems playing this game on my PC while recording at the same time.”