Dark and Deep
- August 13, 2024
- Walter Woods
Get on SteamI created Dark and Deep because I wanted to bring a totally new visual aesthetic to the horror genre. There is not a game that looks like mine. My art process is unique, bringing the illustrations of 19th Century Artist, Gustave Doré into a new dimension. My Journey Making this Game I have had a lifelong obsession with conspiracies and mythology. I made Dark and Deep to share my love for the st…
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Reviews
- Dark and Deep features a unique and captivating art style that enhances the overall horror experience.
- The game offers a well-crafted story with engaging puzzles that keep players invested throughout.
- It runs smoothly on various platforms, including the Steam Deck, and has a high production value with solid voice acting.
- Some players found the movement mechanics, particularly jumping, to be clunky and frustrating.
- Puzzles can become repetitive and may require excessive trial and error, leading to frustration.
- The storytelling and atmosphere did not resonate with all players, leaving some feeling indifferent towards the overall experience.
- story17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's story is a major highlight, captivating players with its unique and intriguing narrative that encourages them to push through to the end. While the storytelling is praised for its depth and artistic presentation, some players feel that the challenging puzzles detract from the overall experience. Overall, the story is engaging and well-crafted, though opinions vary on its execution and the accompanying gameplay mechanics.
“The story itself is pretty unique and I found myself quite intrigued and wanting to reach the end so the whole story can come together.”
“It's not without issues, but what a way to experience dark and deep, and I'm very excited to get through this dark story to see if it, like an episode of dark and deep podcasts, comes to a satisfactory conclusion, or leaves us hanging wanting more.”
“A lot of that has to do with the cohesion of the world, storytelling, and gameplay.”
“As the story drew to a close, I felt disappointed that I wouldn’t get to see the game continue its upward trajectory.”
“For a game that wants to tell a deep story, I feel the player shouldn't have to go through so many difficult puzzles, but that's just me.”
“But other than that, the game kept me in a limbo of mild frustration mixed with sheer indifference – the storytelling did absolutely nothing for me, the platforming felt clunky, the puzzles became repetitive after a while, and every attempt at building a creepy atmosphere fell disappointingly flat.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and captivating art style, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the eerie yet engaging visuals, particularly in the collectible "sketches" that contribute to the storytelling. Overall, the thoughtful design and immersive visuals are considered a significant strength of the game.
“The art style of dark and deep is unique and really works to the game's favor.”
“The art style is very unique, both eerie and captivating.”
“The art style really came out in one of my favorite parts of the game, the collectible 'sketches' that helped tell the story.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is well-received for its solid blend of puzzles and light platforming, enhanced by a cohesive world and storytelling. Unique mechanics, such as the mirror feature, add depth, while the hint system is appreciated for assisting players who may struggle with challenges. Overall, the game's atmosphere and art style contribute to an engaging experience.
“The gameplay is solid, especially if you're a fan of puzzles and light platforming with a heavy atmosphere.”
“A lot of that has to do with the cohesion of the world, storytelling, and gameplay.”
“You will really catch onto the mechanics over time, and I really appreciate the hint feature for those who are stuck and confused, a lot like me :)”
“The gameplay can feel repetitive after a while, lacking variety in challenges and mechanics.”
“The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to navigate through levels.”
“The pacing of the gameplay is off, leading to moments of boredom between interesting sections.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is heavily emphasized, particularly appealing to fans of puzzles and light platforming; however, many players found it lacking, with attempts at creating a creepy ambiance falling flat and the overall experience marred by frustration and indifference.
“The gameplay is solid, especially if you're a fan of puzzles and light platforming with a heavy atmosphere.”
“But other than that, the game kept me in a limbo of mild frustration mixed with sheer indifference – the storytelling did absolutely nothing for me, the platforming felt clunky, the puzzles became repetitive after a while, and every attempt at building a creepy atmosphere fell disappointingly flat.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized for the Steam Deck, providing a smooth gameplay experience that users highly recommend.
“The game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, and I highly recommend it.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end hardware.”
“I appreciate how well the game performs; it maintains a steady frame rate without any noticeable drops.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music featured at the end of the podcast episodes is highly praised by users, with many considering it a standout highlight and a favorite element of the show.
“The music at the end of the podcast episodes is a complete jam, by the way, and it's my favorite.”
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, particularly for its clever jabs at podcasts, which resonate with fans of the medium. The narrative effectively incorporates this humor, enhancing the overall experience.
“I am a fan of podcasts, so I enjoyed the humor and jabs made at podcasts, as well as the narrative built around it.”
