Kindred [SnowBound]

About

In "Kindred ," you are an agent tasked with interrogating a mysterious beast's mind to extract information. The game's atmosphere is tense and fear-inducing, and your decisions impact the outcome. Your goal is to gather information while avoiding becoming the beast's next victim.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

story28 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game features a captivating and immersive story with intriguing moral dilemmas and a unique art style.
Players appreciate the engaging narrative that branches based on choices, providing a sense of control and depth to the experience.
The atmosphere is haunting and well-crafted, complemented by a fitting soundtrack that enhances the overall tension and emotional impact.

Some choices in the game feel meaningless and do not significantly impact the story, leading to confusion about the conditions for achieving certain endings.
The main plot is relatively short, with some players wishing for a more extended experience or additional content.
A few players found the pacing to be too quick, leaving them wanting more depth in certain areas of the narrative.

story
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
30%
7%
The game's story is highly praised for its engaging and immersive qualities, featuring a compelling narrative filled with intrigue and psychological twists. While the main plot is relatively short, lasting about an hour, players appreciate the branching choices that enhance the experience, even if some choices do not significantly impact the outcome. Overall, the combination of beautiful art, captivating music, and well-developed characters makes it a recommended play for fans of psychological thrillers and graphic novels.
- “A fun and mysterious story with a dark twist told through an engaging choose your own adventure format with a unique and immersive art style.”
- “If you love psychological thrillers with a deep, immersive story, this is a must-play.”
- “Great story, very well put together and full of interesting dilemmas.”
- “The main plot is really short and even getting all of the endings took me only an hour.”
- “It doesn't make the story bad, but some choices are just for the player to get more info and do not impact the story at all.”
- “Highly recommend to anyone with any form of interest in storytelling or psychological horror/manipulation games since my first run through only took me 46 minutes.”
atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and evocative qualities, enhanced by unique visual styles and haunting sound design. Reviewers note that the combination of gripping storytelling and a mysterious tone creates a captivating experience that deepens with each playthrough. Overall, the game's crafted environments and well-suited music contribute significantly to its engaging atmosphere.
- “The art is great, the atmosphere is really immersive, and the story itself is super interesting and fun to go through.”
- “The unique visual style, eerie atmosphere, and gripping story keep you on edge, questioning everything.”
- “The sound design and music selection are well-suited to the atmosphere the game is going for, with a setting that borrows from SCP.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and immersive art style, which enhances the atmospheric and haunting storytelling. Reviewers highlight the beautiful, hand-drawn visuals that complement the engaging choose-your-own-adventure format, contributing to a compelling and emotionally resonant experience. Overall, the art style is considered a standout feature, earning high marks from players.
- “Atmospheric visuals – every area feels crafted and haunting.”
- “The art style is beautiful, the writing compelling and emotional.”
- “A fun and mysterious story with a dark twist told through an engaging choose your own adventure format with a unique and immersive art style.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The music and sound design in the game are highly praised for enhancing the atmosphere and adding tension, effectively immersing players in the experience. The soundtrack is noted for its ability to make moments memorable, complementing the game's captivating story and visuals. Overall, the combination of beautiful design and well-suited music contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The sound design and music selection are well-suited to the atmosphere the game is going for, with a setting that borrows from SCP.”
- “The story, music, and images captivate you and transport you into that cell.”
- “The soundtrack adds tension and depth, making every moment memorable.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to have a profound emotional impact, enhanced by its beautiful art style and compelling writing. Many report a unique effect on their mental and emotional state, highlighting the game's ability to evoke strong feelings.
- “This game had a very unique effect on my mental and emotional state.”
- “The art style is beautiful, the writing compelling and emotional.”