Desolatium

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In this graphic point-and-click adventure, you get to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a friend through the eyes of 4 different characters, each with their own characteristics. Uncover the mystery as you’re led toward a dark path filled with Lovecraftian myths and creatures. Are the ‘old ones’ they read about truly real? Be careful what you ask for, because the answer might lead you to …

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Play Modes

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

20%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features a unique and atmospheric art style that many players found enjoyable.
It incorporates Lovecraftian themes and lore, appealing to fans of the genre.
The game is relatively easy to play in one sitting and does not have overly complex mechanics.

The voice acting is often criticized as being poor and inconsistent, detracting from the overall experience.
Navigation is confusing, with a lack of maps or clear indicators, leading to frustration among players.
The gameplay is described as lacking depth, with very few actual puzzles and a reliance on pixel hunting.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
63%
19%
The game's story heavily draws from Lovecraftian themes, often feeling like a collection of references rather than a cohesive narrative. Players noted that the story is fragmented and presented through disjointed pieces, making it difficult to engage unless one is particularly interested in Lovecraft's lore. Overall, many felt that the emphasis on references overshadowed the development of a compelling story.
- “The gameplay is a point-and-click game similar to late 90s and early 2000s mystery adventure games, but the story is nearly 1:1 lifted from Lovecraft.”
- “The story is served in small fragments, with three characters that change from fragment to fragment.”
- “The game is full of references to Lovecraft's fiction and other horror, but sometimes it feels like they put more effort into that than telling a cohesive story.”
- “The story is almost non-existent and presented in pieces.”
- “Not much story that you lose interest unless you're into reading so many notes that just give you little bits of Lovecraftian lore.”
- “The game was just full of references to Lovecraft's fiction and other horror - but sometimes I felt like they put more effort into that than telling a good story.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
44%
19%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their neat aesthetic and "photo realistic" quality, with particular appreciation for the art style of the avatars and the use of 360-degree photographs enhanced with additional artwork. However, there are criticisms regarding the character models, which some reviewers feel could have been improved with better design. Overall, while the visuals stand out as a highlight, they are seen as the game's primary strength amidst other shortcomings.
- “I liked the art style.”
- “This game has been in my wishlist for a year or so - I had watched someone play the demo and loved the art style, so I've been looking forward to the release.”
- “Instead of using whatever program that was used, they should've hired some graphics people to make the character models look better.”
- “Unfortunately, the visuals seem to be the only worthwhile thing about this game.”
- “[b]+ visuals[/b]: the locations are 360-degree photographs with additional art over it.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
25%
50%
The gameplay features point-and-click puzzle solving, which some players found engaging, while others criticized it as being poor overall.
- “The point-and-click puzzle-solving gameplay really elevates the experience.”
- “- the gameplay was awful.”
- “- the gameplay was awful.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game is consistently praised for its immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall adventure experience. Players find the environment engaging and conducive to exploration.
- “This game creates a truly immersive atmosphere that draws you in from the very start.”
- “The haunting sound design and stunning visuals combine to create an unforgettable atmosphere.”
- “Every location feels alive, contributing to an atmosphere that keeps you on the edge of your seat.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally considered acceptable but uninspired, described as monotonous and sluggish, with reviewers noting that it is neither particularly annoying nor impressive.