Diastone: Memories

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Diastone: Memories is a single player survival survival game with a horror theme. It was developed by Souluted Games and was released on December 12, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Know the world which you do not know, becoming the one before whom the universe itself shudders, the one who does not know the boundaries of time and space, who, traveling between eras, lives the lives of other people. Become someone who fears only one thing the creature following him on the heels.

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features a captivating narrative that blends storytelling with immersive gameplay, creating a rich atmosphere.
Puzzles are challenging yet satisfying, enhancing the player's understanding of the characters and contributing to a memorable experience.
The game's unique approach to horror, focusing on atmosphere and tension rather than cheap jump scares, provides a refreshing take on the genre.

The game suffers from pacing issues, with players often wandering too long without clear direction or triggers for progression.
Technical problems, such as unresponsive controls and bugs, significantly detract from the overall experience, making it frustrating for players.
The game is presented as a demo rather than a finished product, leading to confusion and disappointment regarding its content and completion.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Diastone: Memories" is a captivating blend of immersive gameplay and a chilling narrative set in 20th-century Transylvania, featuring a young boy named Adam and his family's tragedy. While the non-linear plot and atmospheric elements engage players, some find the disorienting world shifts and reliance on scripted events detract from the overall storytelling experience. Critics note that the environment lacks depth in narrative detail, leading to a less satisfying conclusion.
- “The story and puzzles fit perfectly together.”
- “The story also hooks you because it’s not linear.”
- “Diastone: Memories is a captivating game that beautifully blends storytelling with immersive gameplay.”
- “It is impossible to trigger any of the necessary story progression events in a logical manner.”
- “To receive a story, you have to walk on a scripted scene and do some usual things like opening doors, holding a lantern, etc.”
- “That's just a small detail that ruins the story, and there aren't many other storytellers.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in Diastone is highly praised for its photorealistic graphics and 20th-century theme, effectively creating a spooky and immersive experience that enhances the psychological horror elements. While the plot and voice acting contribute positively, some players found the world shifts disorienting. Overall, the game successfully evokes fear and tension without relying on cheap jumpscares.
- “Diastone tries to be the 'photorealistic psychological horror' that relies more on atmosphere than cheap jumpscares.”
- “The graphics are stunning, creating a rich atmosphere that draws you in.”
- “On the one hand, the atmosphere is really good and there were definitely a few times that I got really scared.”
- “Diastone tries to be the 'photorealistic psychological horror' that relies more on atmosphere than cheap jump scares.”
- “The plot is interesting; the 20th-century theme creates a spooky atmosphere, but all these shifts in the world were a bit disorienting.”
- “It creates an atmosphere and even has some decent voice acting.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in Diastone: Memories is designed to intentionally confuse players, adding a unique layer to the experience that intertwines storytelling with immersive mechanics. However, some users note that the gameplay feels incomplete, suggesting that further development is needed. Overall, it has received a positive rating of 4.
- “Diastone: Memories is a captivating game that beautifully blends storytelling with immersive gameplay.”
- “The game tries to confuse you on purpose, and sometimes that’s part of the gameplay loop.”
- “Gameplay is not finished yet.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally praised for their stunning quality and immersive atmosphere, though some users note that there are certain issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are considered good, with a mixed reception reflected in a score of 6.
- “The graphics are stunning, creating a rich atmosphere that draws you in.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game generally receives a score of 7, but some users have reported issues, such as music bugs occurring in specific environments, like brightly lit rooms.
- “I eventually ran into an issue where I entered a room (with a very bright light) and the music bugged out.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its intelligent design and ability to evoke strong emotions, making it a compelling experience for players.
- “A smart and emotional puzzle game.”