Flashing Dark

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Flashing Dark is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Flat Surface Studio and was released on March 5, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Flashing Dark First-person horror game about a lighthouse keeper lately transferred to a new outpost. As he struggles to manage his work, he uncovers a dark and terrifying secret of the island he lives on. The Gameplay This game is primarily a first-person narrative walking simulator with exploration, lighthouse routine simulation, and conversation mechanics. Key Features Atmosphe…

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game has a captivating story and atmosphere, with elements of mystery, suspense, and horror that many players enjoyed.
The graphics and aesthetic style are appealing, contributing to an immersive experience.
The first three-quarters of the game are engaging and spooky, with interesting mechanics and a unique vibe.

The ending is disappointing and leaves many questions unanswered, leading to frustration among players.
The cave section is excessively dark, making it difficult to navigate and detracting from the overall experience.
There are numerous bugs and grammatical errors that disrupt gameplay, and the transition to a shooter mechanic feels out of place.

graphics
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The graphics are praised for their appealing style and aesthetics, with a particular appreciation for the modern trend of lighthouse keepers. Overall, users find the graphic quality to be nice and enjoyable.
- “The game has a unique style and stunning aesthetics, and who doesn't love the modern trend of lighthouse keepers?”
- “The graphics are impressive and visually appealing.”
- “I absolutely love the graphic style!”
gameplay
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The gameplay of "flashing dark" offers a unique take on horror, with players appreciating the innovative mechanics and immersive atmosphere created by the developers.
- “The gameplay mechanics are innovative and create a unique atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.”
- “I really enjoyed the blend of traditional horror elements with new gameplay mechanics that kept me engaged.”
- “The developers have done a fantastic job of creating an immersive gameplay experience that draws you into the dark world.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “There are too many bugs and glitches that disrupt the flow of gameplay.”
stability
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The game is reported to be somewhat buggy, yet users feel that it remains stable enough to provide an enjoyable experience.
- “The game is incredibly buggy, which really detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I encountered numerous crashes and glitches that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “The stability issues are frustrating; I often find myself restarting due to unexpected errors.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized as mysterious and engaging, with a unique blend of horror elements that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the mechanics introduced by the developers, which contribute to the game's distinctive ambiance.
- “The 'flashing dark' is a different type of horror, but I still liked the mechanics and atmosphere the developers introduced.”
- “The atmosphere is really mysterious too.”
- “Flashing dark is a different type of horror, but I still liked the mechanics and atmosphere the developers introduced.”
story
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Users appreciate the story and its vibe, highlighting a positive reception of the narrative elements in the game.
- “I love the story and the vibe.”