In Memory
- October 11, 2018
- BLAV
Get on SteamStep into the memories of a prisoner of war and let the story unfold.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a beautiful and poignant short story that effectively conveys emotions despite its lack of dialogue.
- The artistic style and music are well-executed, creating an atmospheric experience that enhances the storytelling.
- As a free VR experience, it provides a unique and visually interesting way to engage with a narrative, making it worth a try.
- The story lacks depth and detail, making it difficult for players to invest emotionally in the short runtime.
- Limited interaction and movement can make the experience feel static and less engaging compared to other VR titles.
- The overall experience is very short, lasting only about 10-12 minutes, which may leave players wanting more substance.
- story16 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story revolves around a soldier reflecting on his life before being captured in war, presented through visually striking dioramas that evoke emotional depth. While some reviewers appreciate its artistic execution and beautiful music, others criticize the lack of detail and engagement, noting that the narrative feels too brief and underdeveloped. Overall, it offers a poignant yet minimalist experience that may resonate with those seeking a short, reflective tale.
“Lovely short story worth your time as it's a free experience.”
“The music that plays throughout is beautiful and the story it tells is one worth living for yourself.”
“One of the most accomplished pieces of storytelling in VR that I've seen yet.”
“It doesn't really have a story; it's merely some scenes without any real explanation.”
“The story is very short and consists only of a few scenes with very little (to nearly no) movement/animations, like you would look into a snow globe.”
“How can the viewer invest emotionally into the emotional story when not much is presented to make him do so?”
- music4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the storytelling, creating a captivating atmosphere. While some players found the experience too short, the overall consensus highlights the score as one of the best in VR, even if the narrative was not fully understood.
“The music that plays throughout is beautiful, and the story it tells is one worth living for yourself.”
“Even though the artistic style is nice and unique, the music is very good, and the atmosphere of the world is well presented.”
“Not sure what the story was about, but even though I didn't completely understand it, I thought it was beautiful, and the music was just magnificent.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while the game attempts to convey an emotional story, it falls short due to insufficient substance and a brief runtime, making it difficult for players to fully invest emotionally.
“It carries the emotional weight, but it lacks the substance.”
“Because of the short runtime, it is hard to connect emotionally.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally considered simple and mediocre, yet they effectively serve their purpose in the game. Additionally, the absence of voice acting contributes to the overall lackluster visual experience.
“Graphics are on the simple side, but they work well.”
“Graphics are at best mediocre and there is no voice acting.”
“The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
“The art style is inconsistent, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is praised for its unique artistic style and excellent music, creating a sweet and immersive experience. However, many users feel that the overall experience is hindered by its brevity.
“This game is a really short but at the same time a really sweet and atmospheric experience.”
“Even though the artistic style is nice and unique, the music is very good and the atmosphere of the world is well presented.”
