DESOLATIUM: Prologue

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DESOLATIUM: Prologue is a single player action game with a mystery theme. It was developed by SUPERLUMEN and was released on June 22, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"DESOLATIUM: Prologue" is a first-person point & click Graphic Adventure game, based on Lovecraft Mythos. Explore a mysterious city, confront Lovecraftian creatures, and solve puzzles to uncover an intriguing backstory. This prologue serves as a prelude to the upcoming full game.

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73%

Audience ScoreBased on 63 reviews

graphics10 positive mentions

monetization11 negative mentions

The game features a great atmosphere and visuals, particularly for fans of Lovecraftian themes, with intriguing references and sound design that enhances the experience.
Many players found the puzzles to be simple yet enjoyable, making it accessible for a wide range of players, including achievement hunters.
Despite being short, the prologue has generated excitement for the full game, with players expressing interest in the story and potential for future development.

The game has been criticized for being too short and lacking substantial content, with some players feeling it functions more as an advertisement or demo rather than a standalone game.
Several technical issues were reported, including glitches with achievements and problems with controls, particularly in VR mode, which detracted from the overall experience.
The gameplay mechanics, such as the point-and-click interface and lack of clear indicators for interactable objects, were seen as frustrating and reminiscent of outdated adventure game designs.

graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
18%
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the beautiful visuals, art style, and atmospheric design that effectively evoke the Cthulhu mythos. While some users appreciate the nostalgic approach to graphics and the overall aesthetic, others feel that the demo does not fully deliver on promises of hyper-realism and immersion. Overall, the visuals are generally considered good, enhancing the gameplay experience despite some inconsistencies.
- “The visuals are great, puzzles just right and atmosphere nice and suspenseful.”
- “I loved the art style, and the sound design was nice and creepy.”
- “Love the setting and the colors used, as well as the style of the artwork and imagery used.”
- “Kickstarter promises 'full immersion' and 'hyper-realistic graphics', but the prologue does not reflect that.”
- “The graphics are decent enough.”
- “I have to admit that your graphics are better than Amnesia or Penumbra, and it's about H.P.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
23%
23%
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some players praising its engaging narrative, strong voice acting, and immersive atmosphere, while others feel that the prologue format leaves the story feeling incomplete and lacking depth. Many are excited about the potential for future developments, particularly regarding the female protagonist, but some express a desire for a more satisfying and complex storyline. Overall, the foundation is seen as promising, with hopes for further elaboration in upcoming installments.
- “I’m not really sure how these two games are going to tie in or if they are one big game, but I’m pretty excited to follow this female protagonist and unravel this story.”
- “There's a really good start to a story here, with good voice-overs, and lots of atmosphere.”
- “I loved the atmosphere and the music; I was totally immersed in the story from the very first moment.”
- “The story in this short experience doesn't really go anywhere, which I have to attribute to it being a prologue, but it doesn't make for a satisfying experience.”
- “As it gives a general idea of what could be, your team potential, usually the storyline gets more complex later on... if this is what it is, just say: guys help us finance this project, try it (at minimal cost) and we will do some more.”
- “On the other hand, the story has potential.”
monetization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of this game has been criticized for essentially being a paid advertisement rather than a full game, misleading players into spending money to access content that primarily promotes another product. Reviewers express frustration over the practice of publishing demos and advertisements as separate titles, arguing it detracts from genuine game developers and harms the gaming community. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as exploitative and unworthy of gamers' time and money.
- “If you enjoy advertisements, you can consume them for free on the web or on YouTube without needing to add them to your game library, download them, and then launch the advertising.”
- “That's right, pay $2 so you can look at an advertisement that's intended to get you to spend $15 USD (ouch!) on the complete product.”
- “While it might seem like an innocuous mistake, publishing demos and advertisements as if they are full games is misleading and in some ways harmful.”
atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
82%
9%
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive, suspenseful, and dramatic qualities, effectively capturing the essence of the Cthulhu mythos. Reviewers highlight the combination of great visuals, haunting music, and engaging storytelling that enhances the overall experience, despite some concerns about the simplicity of the puzzles. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature that draws players into the game's intriguing plot.
- “The visuals are great, puzzles just right, and the atmosphere is nice and suspenseful.”
- “I really enjoyed this demo; the atmosphere is amazing, frightening, and mysterious.”
- “I loved the atmosphere and the music; I was totally immersed in the story from the very first moment.”
- “Hoping that the visual atmosphere will improve in the final version, so despite my criticism, I would still recommend giving this game a go.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players expressing disappointment due to a lack of engaging content and excessive dialogue, while others appreciate the refreshing point-and-click mechanics and the challenge of finding hidden objects. Overall, the experience seems to vary significantly based on individual expectations and preferences.
- “I found the point and click gameplay refreshing, and I love the idea of enigmas where you have to find objects in the background.”
- “I really hoped for a lot more and I was greatly disappointed, especially in the metric that mattered the most: gameplay.”
- “Nothing to see here, unless you have absolutely nothing to do. There are better ways to spend 15 minutes than playing this demo (and the credits were longer than the actual gameplay).”
- “I spent more time reading and listening to the dialogue than actual gameplay!”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game has been praised for its high quality and immersive qualities, with users highlighting the effective ambient soundscaping and low-frequency elements that enhance the overall atmosphere and storytelling. The exclusive content created for the game contributes significantly to the mood, making it a standout feature.
- “I especially enjoyed the ambient music and soundscaping; top notch and certainly helped build the mood, so hats off to those in charge of the sound!”
- “I loved the atmosphere and the music; I was totally immersed in the story from the very first moment.”
- “I especially enjoyed the low frequencies in the music and sound effects.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The prologue offers minimal replayability, as players typically only revisit it once to unlock all achievements.
- “The replayability value of the prologue is very low to none; to unlock all the achievements, you only need to redo it once.”
- “After completing the game, there’s little incentive to play again since the story doesn’t change significantly.”
- “Once you finish the game, there’s not much left to explore or experience, making replaying feel pointless.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a sense of disappointment and frustration, indicating that their emotional investment in the game led to feelings of anger and betrayal.

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DESOLATIUM: Prologue is a action game with mystery theme.

DESOLATIUM: Prologue is available on PC, Mac OS, Virtual Reality, Windows and others.

DESOLATIUM: Prologue was released on June 22, 2021.

DESOLATIUM: Prologue was developed by SUPERLUMEN.

DESOLATIUM: Prologue has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

DESOLATIUM: Prologue is a single player game.

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