Fragmented Memories
- May 9, 2022
- Platomenti
Get on SteamImmerse yourself in the Psychological horror adventure of James Charouz on his way to find his missing wife and uncover the dark secret of his hometown.
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Reviews
- The story is intriguing and keeps players engaged, with a mysterious background that stimulates curiosity.
- The game features good character designs and a disturbing atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
- It's affordable and offers decent entertainment value, especially for those who enjoy visual novels and simple gameplay.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic and feels more like a visual novel than a traditional game, leading to a lack of depth.
- The game is very short, taking less than two hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
- There are several spelling and grammar issues, as well as a lack of tension due to the absence of significant threats or challenges.
- story8 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally well-received, with players finding it intriguing and engaging, particularly due to its mysterious and tragic background. The dual storylines featuring the same lead character add depth, while the atmosphere and character development enhance the overall narrative experience. Despite some concerns about the game's pricing and puzzle simplicity, the compelling storytelling keeps players invested and curious about the unfolding mysteries.
“I did enjoy the two concurrent storylines featuring the same lead character, and while the puzzles were pretty basic, the story kept me engrossed enough to continue.”
“I think this game has a solid story that is intriguing and full of mysteries.”
“The story is holding up this game, but it feels cheap and often goes on sale, so it's hard to take seriously.”
“Fragmented Memories is a video game that deals with a mysterious and tragic background story.”
“The mystery story keeps me curious about what will happen next, especially regarding James' wife.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for being overly simplistic and lacking depth, leading some to suggest it would be better suited as a visual novel. While it offers a relaxing experience intertwined with elements of fear and curiosity, the absence of engaging mechanics, such as threats from ghosts, leaves it feeling empty compared to other horror titles.
“Wrapped in simple gameplay, fragmented memories allows us to enjoy a relaxing time while stimulating fear and curiosity.”
“But, this really should be a visual novel; the gameplay is so basic that it should have been cut.”
“I also feel the gameplay is quite empty, maybe because there are no ghosts chasing us like in similar horror games like Clock Tower and Ao Oni.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its engaging story and well-developed characters, creating a compelling experience. However, some users feel that the atmosphere could be enhanced by introducing more tension through the presence of antagonistic creatures, similar to the ao oni game, to maintain a constant sense of danger.
“The disturbing atmosphere is also spot-on for this type of game.”
“The atmosphere is good; the story is nice and the characters are well-developed.”
“Actually, this game has so much potential that it could be further developed, such as adding enemies so that the atmosphere is always tense because we are constantly being chased by creatures like in the Ao Oni game.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in "Fragmented Memories" is characterized by a melancholic and somber tone, effectively evoking feelings of sadness and silence, particularly in the main menu.
“The music on the main menu of Fragmented Memories evokes a sense of sadness and silence.”
“The music on the main menu of Fragmented Memories is like music that represents sadness and silence somehow.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the character designs are visually appealing, reviewers feel that the game lacks depth in character development and could benefit from enhancements, particularly in terms of incorporating more impactful and engaging elements, such as jumpscare scenes with gory aspects.
