Inner Voices
- August 18, 2016
- Sigma Games
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Get on itch.io StoreIn Inner Voices, you explore an ever-changing maze as the tormented John Blake, following the guidance of a mysterious voice to regain lost memories and solve logic puzzles. Your decisions determine who lives or dies in this horror-infused adventure game with a procedurally generated narrative. Navigate through a labyrinth of rooms, uncover plot twists, and confront new voices in your quest to reveal Blake's past and escape the looming darkness.
Nintendo Switch
PC
Virtual Reality
Windows
Oculus Rift
Reviews
- The game features an interesting and rich story that keeps players engaged.
- It has a unique concept with random-generated locations, providing a fresh experience with each playthrough.
- The atmosphere is well-crafted, with good sound design and effective jump scares that enhance the overall experience.
- The game suffers from poor voice acting and clunky controls, which detract from immersion.
- Many players experienced game-breaking bugs that hindered progress and enjoyment.
- The gameplay can feel disjointed and confusing, with a lack of clear direction in the story.
- story36 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story of "Inner Voices" is praised for its richness and intriguing concepts, with many players appreciating its nonlinear structure and multiple endings. However, some reviewers noted that the narrative becomes confusing towards the end, and the lack of guidance can be both a strength and a weakness. Overall, while the atmosphere and engagement are highlighted, technical issues and gameplay mechanics detract from the storytelling experience for some players.
“Great game, great story and atmosphere.”
“The story is quite incredible and hooks you in.”
“Lovecraft + nonlinear + many endings + rich story = everything I need in a good adventure game.”
“I've only encountered two major issues with this game: it only ran in windowed mode (which really sucked) and the story just made no sense nearing the end.”
“There's a nice atmosphere and I wanted to see where the story was going, but with all the problems I was experiencing, it just wasn't worth it.”
“It does not really lead its story that well in my opinion.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- -10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive quality and effective use of jump scares, creating a compelling environment that enhances the storytelling. However, some players noted that the static nature of the surroundings detracts from the overall experience, as there is a lack of dynamic elements to bring the world to life. Despite these criticisms, many reviewers found the atmosphere to be a standout feature that kept them engaged with the narrative.
“The atmosphere in this game is just fantastic.”
“The game is very atmospheric and there are some good jump scares at the right amount (not many, not few).”
“I also applaud the overall atmosphere, and I can overlook the weaker elements of the game.”
“The atmosphere is commendable, but I can't ignore the fact that nothing moves or walks around. It's a pretty static environment, really; just prop repositioning, and nothing feels alive.”
“The overall atmosphere is decent, yet the lack of movement in the environment makes it feel lifeless. It’s just a series of static props with no real interaction.”
“While the atmosphere has its moments, the game suffers from a static environment where nothing seems to come alive. It feels more like a collection of props than a living world.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around searching for hidden objects, which some players find unique and enjoyable, particularly when uncovering events and easter eggs. However, many reviewers criticize the clumsy controls, especially without a VR headset, and report numerous bugs that hinder the experience, leading to a generally negative reception. Overall, while the concept has potential, the execution leaves much to be desired.
“The gameplay is also something quite unique.”
“The gameplay is in the end, just looking for hidden objects.”
“The gameplay is, in the end, just looking for hidden objects.”
“Perhaps I'm too picky, but the gameplay is comparable to my old Tandy 1000 games.”
“This mechanics still has some bugs, but it's really, really fun to find all events and easter eggs.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its eerie and immersive quality, effectively enhancing the atmosphere. However, users are disappointed that the soundtrack is not available for download. Overall, the sound design is well-received, contributing to a relaxing yet unsettling experience.
“Sounds are great, and the music gives me the creeps.”
“The soundtrack is not downloadable!”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users praising them as very good, while others criticized them as subpar and reported issues with low frame rates. Overall, the quality of graphics appears inconsistent across different experiences.
“The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
“The visuals are incredibly detailed and vibrant.”
“The art style is unique and beautifully executed.”
“The graphics are subpar and even then I experienced low frame rates.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently highlight the game's high-quality graphics and sound, contributing to its strong replayability. Overall, the game offers engaging content that encourages multiple playthroughs.
“The graphics and sound are of good quality, and the game has great replay value.”
