Go Home Annie

90%
Game Brain Score Based on 88 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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In "Go Home Annie" , players step into the role of Annie, a low-level employee of the SCP Foundation, tasked with testing replicas of dangerous paranormal events and entities. As they navigate twisted gameplay mechanics and explore the mysterious facility, they'll uncover the truth behind their purpose and confront the SCP Foundation's dark secrets. Fans of the SCP Universe will enjoy encountering both popular and obscure SCPs in this atmospheric adventure game.

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

90%
Audience ScoreBased on 88 reviews
story27 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and engaging experience with beautiful visuals and innovative mechanics.
  • It features a compelling story that effectively incorporates lesser-known SCPs, providing a fresh take on the SCP universe.
  • The atmosphere, sound design, and voice acting are top-notch, creating an immersive experience that captivates players.
  • Many puzzles are tedious and uninspired, often requiring players to replicate actions from reference materials.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including bugs and inconsistent audio mixing, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • The narrative feels disjointed at times, with character motivations and story elements lacking sufficient development.
  • story48 mentions

    The game's story is generally praised for its engaging narrative and effective integration of SCP themes, offering a unique and immersive experience that appeals to both fans and newcomers. While some players found the storytelling to be inconsistent or lacking depth, many appreciated the atmospheric puzzle-solving elements and the emotional core of the plot. Overall, the game is recognized for its captivating storytelling, beautiful visuals, and innovative mechanics, making it a standout entry in the SCP universe.

    • “I was fully immersed in the world of the game and I was absolutely captivated by the game's story.”
    • “The story is engaging and mysterious, with good twists and a surprisingly hefty emotional core.”
    • “The attention to detail in the world design, sound effects, and overall atmosphere truly makes you feel like you’re part of the story.”
    • “The story as well as the gameplay lose their focus and their cohesion.”
    • “Unfortunately, I still can't give the game a thumbs up, because towards the end of the game I just wanted to finish it. The puzzles are annoying, the story is presented part by part unfinished, and at the end, you have to guess what's actually going on.”
    • “There are great moments sprinkled throughout its short runtime of 3-4 hours, but the technical issues, the models and character animations, as well as the story and lack of any real danger or horror, make this a very bland experience that could've been so much better.”
  • gameplay27 mentions

    The gameplay is widely praised for its engaging mechanics, beautiful visuals, and immersive atmosphere, keeping players on their toes with a variety of puzzles and innovative features. While some players found the core gameplay focus unclear at times, the overall experience is described as fresh and captivating, with a well-crafted pacing that enhances the horror elements. Despite some concerns about value for the price, many reviewers found the gameplay enjoyable and absorbing, making it a standout aspect of the game.

    • “I really like the vibe from the get-go, and it seems like a lot of effort was put into each element: design, gameplay, voice acting, dialogues, music.”
    • “The gameplay is fun and varied, and every section of the game introduces some new gameplay mechanic or different kind of puzzle, so things never get repetitive.”
    • “I found myself completely absorbed in the gameplay, losing track of time as I navigated the eerie, tension-filled environments and encountered unpredictable SCP entities.”
    • “The story as well as the gameplay lose their focus and their cohesion.”
    • “Although I have to admit that I don't really know what the core gameplay of the game is supposed to be.”
    • “20 dollars for around 4-6 hours of gameplay doesn't feel worth it.”
  • graphics24 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the stunning visuals, innovative art style, and immersive atmosphere that rival those of AAA titles. While some players experienced performance issues on lower-end hardware, the overall presentation, including detailed environments and smooth performance on capable systems, contributes to a captivating gaming experience. The combination of beautiful graphics, engaging mechanics, and a compelling story enhances the game's appeal, making it a standout in the indie game scene.

    • “The game offers a unique and engaging experience with beautiful visuals, innovative mechanics (swapping worlds), and a compelling story.”
    • “Despite its modest $20 price tag and a small development team, the game delivers visuals that rival those of AAA giants.”
    • “The graphics are fantastic, and there are so many details and easter eggs that were interesting to explore.”
    • “So once I booted the game up, I discovered that it hates my RTX 3060 Ti graphics card and consistently ran the card at 75-90%, causing 80+ degrees heat on the card and causing my display to crash multiple times if I tried to play on any higher resolution than 1024x768, with all settings set to minimum or turned off.”
    • “The graphics are serviceable, and there are several very cool visuals and set pieces.”
    • “Quality of visuals is way too high for an indie title!”
  • atmosphere16 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its chilling and immersive qualities, enhanced by masterful sound design and stunning graphics. Reviewers note that it strikes a balance between eerie and quirky, creating a deeply engaging experience that complements the puzzle-solving elements. Overall, the attention to detail in world design and audio contributes significantly to the game's storytelling and player immersion.

    • “The game offers a refreshing twist on the usual SCP formula, blending eerie atmosphere with masterful sound design to create a deeply immersive experience.”
    • “The attention to detail in the world design, sound effects, and overall atmosphere truly makes you feel like you’re part of the story.”
    • “I love the overall feel of the game, the controls are smooth, the visuals are amazing, but the thing that constantly keeps me immersed in the game is the marvelous sound design - it just elevates the atmosphere to a whole new level.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its chilling and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a well-crafted original soundtrack and effective voice acting. Reviewers note the significant effort put into the audio design, contributing to the game's immersive vibe, although some mention issues with audio mixing that occasionally disrupt the balance between music and dialogue. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, elevating the game above other indie titles in the genre.

    • “I really like the vibe from the get-go, and it seems like a lot of effort was put into each element: design, gameplay, voice acting, dialogues, and music.”
    • “This game nails it on other aspects too - the music is chilling and ominous when it needs to be, and the atmosphere is perfect.”
    • “Great music and voice acting, way better than what I expected from this kind of indie game.”
    • “The audio mixing was inconsistent; sometimes the voices were too loud, other times too quiet, and at times the music drowned out the voices.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, with many puzzles feeling uninspired and repetitive, leading to a lack of engagement during gameplay.

    • “Many puzzles seem uninspired or tedious to solve.”
    • “Going through the puzzles and stealth sections was tedious at times.”
  • emotional2 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its skillful writing, which seamlessly transitions between humor, heart, suspense, and chills. The engaging and mysterious story features effective twists and a surprisingly deep emotional core, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “The writing itself stands out, switching from humorous and heartfelt to suspenseful and chilling without missing a beat.”
    • “The story is engaging and mysterious, with good twists and a surprisingly hefty emotional core.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is praised for its exceptional optimization, ensuring smooth performance and efficient resource management across various systems.

    • “The game runs super smoothly, thanks to its incredible optimization.”
    • “I was amazed at how well-optimized the graphics are, making for a seamless experience.”
    • “The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the gameplay, ensuring it runs flawlessly on various systems.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted for its clever writing, seamlessly blending lighthearted and heartfelt moments with suspenseful and chilling elements, creating a dynamic and engaging experience.

    • “The writing itself stands out, switching from humorous and heartfelt to suspenseful and chilling without missing a beat.”
    • “The game's humor is brilliantly woven into the storyline, making every moment both entertaining and engaging.”
    • “I found myself laughing out loud at the clever jokes and witty dialogue throughout the game.”
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Play time

6hMedian play time
5hAverage play time
4-6hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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