Entschuldigung
- December 20, 2016
- NeoNight
- 6h median play time
Get on SteamEntschuldigung is a single-player Horror Adventure game, featuring a chilling psychological horror story with disturbing themes. As a stranger in a foreign land, you seek sanctuary in a grand old house, where you'll uncover unsettling secrets and confront your inner demons with only a gas lamp to light your way. The game's eerie atmosphere, accompanied by good music, creates a haunting experience that takes about 6 hours to complete.
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Reviews
- The game features beautiful artwork and a compelling soundtrack that enhances the eerie atmosphere.
- The writing is well-crafted and engaging, drawing players into a mysterious and unsettling narrative.
- The unique mechanics, such as using a cursor as a light source, add an interesting layer to the gameplay experience.
- The game is very short, with limited choices and a confusing story that leaves many questions unanswered.
- The dark visuals make it difficult to find hidden objects, and the execution of these mechanics is frustrating.
- The font choice is hard to read, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the visual novel experience.
- story31 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as short and decent, with a mix of intriguing elements and confusion, leaving players wanting more depth and backstory. While the atmosphere and art style are praised, many reviewers found the narrative disjointed and lacking clarity, making it difficult to piece together the plot. Despite its unsettling nature and potential for a compelling horror experience, the overall execution left some players disappointed, though it sparked interest in possible expansions or sequels.
“The story slowly draws you in, and it suddenly becomes a very tense and terrifying narrative that really rewards a second (and third, and fourth) read/play-through.”
“The ending was a bit of a shocker and I'm still trying to piece together what actually happened, so even though the story is only around an hour long, it is quite thought-provoking and will leave you thinking about what happened for some time after you finish it.”
“The story was told perfectly and the level of detail and imagery was spot on.”
“If this triggers you, or even if you're just looking for a decent horror story, I wouldn't recommend this title.”
“A wonderful intense atmosphere, but the story in all was too confusing and too short.”
“I'm kind of conflicted on this one... on one hand I feel like the game missed out on a lot of potential story... but man... I just wanted more.”
- music13 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and effectiveness, enhancing the overall narrative and atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the immersive soundtrack, which complements the unique art style and contributes to the game's emotional and creepy moments. Overall, the combination of music and visuals leaves a lasting impression on players.
“The artwork and music are very well-suited to the narrative, and it will linger in your memory long after it has finished.”
“I particularly loved the soundtrack, it really tied up the moments and made everything way creepier.”
“Great use of incidental music and effects.”
“Also, the music is damn scary.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 9 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the unique art style and its effective integration with the narrative and soundtrack. However, some players find the overall visual presentation too dark and lacking in variety, which detracts from the immersive experience. Overall, while the artwork is appreciated by many, there are calls for improvements to enhance visibility and engagement.
“The artwork and music are very well-suited to the narrative, and it will linger in your memory long after it has finished.”
“The artwork is also brilliant; I thought the idea of lighting up the room yourself was very clever, and I found myself constantly on the edge, waiting for something to appear.”
“Beautiful art style and good music really help out with this.”
“Add some more visuals and the game would have been on my list of top stories until I reached the end.”
“Artwork is mediocre.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players finding the mechanics innovative and enjoyable, particularly the unique torch mechanic that enhances the atmosphere. However, others criticize the overall execution, citing frustrating mechanics, a convoluted story, and a difficult-to-read font that detracts from the visual novel experience.
“The game itself introduces some wonderful new mechanics that I have never seen before in a visual novel!”
“I also enjoyed the torch mechanic to illuminate your surroundings; it wasn't anything I had experienced before and was a fun component.”
“Whilst the game mechanics are novel and fun and add to the atmosphere.”
“The mechanics are annoying, and the font used is hard on the eyes and not fun to read, which is the whole point of a visual novel. It gave me a headache; I tried my best, but the font really got the better of me and made the experience not enjoyable.”
“I did not like the game mechanics at all!”
“What I received was a digital manga with one actual decision that only influenced the gameplay if you followed a convoluted and obscure path to a strange and pointless alternate ending.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is generally praised for its creepy and immersive qualities, particularly in its haunted mansion setting, though some players find the story lacking and the experience too brief. While the novel mechanics enhance the ambiance, the absence of jump scares may leave some players wanting more excitement. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a strong point, despite mixed feelings about the narrative depth.
“Nice atmosphere, but way too short and the story is kind of meh.”
“Creepy atmosphere.”
“There's a haunted mansion atmosphere, but there aren't any jump scares.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game offers minimal replay value, suggesting that players may not find enough incentive to revisit it after completing the main content.
“The game has minimal replay value.”
“Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features intense and dark emotional themes that may be triggering for sensitive players, making it advisable for those who struggle with such content to avoid it.
“This game takes you on an emotional rollercoaster, making you feel deeply connected to the characters and their struggles.”
“The storytelling is so powerful that it left me in tears, truly capturing the essence of human experience.”
“I was completely immersed in the emotional depth of the narrative, which resonated with me long after I finished playing.”
