Last Message

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Last message is a short atmospheric thriller / narrative / adventure game that brings you into a world overrun by infected.

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

90%

Audience ScoreBased on 130 reviews

story27 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique storytelling experience through text-based conversations, creating an engaging atmosphere.
Despite its short length, the game is immersive and evokes a range of emotions, making it a worthwhile experience.
It's free to play, making it accessible for anyone looking for a quick, enjoyable game.

The game is very short, leaving players wanting more content and exploration opportunities.
Some players found the writing to be lacking in depth and quality, which detracted from the overall experience.
There are technical issues, such as graphical glitches and small text, which can hinder gameplay and immersion.

story
55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a short, engaging narrative set in a post-apocalyptic world, primarily conveyed through text chats, which some players found jarring. While the premise involves familiar zombie tropes and lacks depth in character connection, many reviewers appreciated its emotional impact and intriguing elements, expressing a desire for more content and endings. Overall, the story is considered enjoyable and well-crafted for a brief experience, though it may feel basic and unfinished to some.
- “The storyline is a slow burner but intriguing nonetheless.”
- “It's incredible to me how you can make such a short game with better story, writing, and immersiveness than most AAA games.”
- “Not only that, but the story is rich, and the ambiance is pretty good, which helps build suspense.”
- “The storyline is very basic: a virus spreads in New Zealand, there are zombies, and everyone is locked in their house.”
- “As for the plot, my only complaint is that it does not appear to be leading anywhere, and we never connect with the main character enough to feel relief at her personal story's conclusion.”
- “Overall, the story is fairly basic and there's nothing going on that will really draw you into the lives of the characters, but the experience is decent enough to keep you wanting to continue on to see the ending.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
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The game's graphics are characterized by a simple yet effective low-poly and voxel art style that contributes to an immersive atmosphere, despite some technical limitations and occasional graphical glitches. While the visuals may not be cutting-edge, they complement the game's quirky aesthetic and engaging story, running smoothly overall. Players appreciate the artistic design and responsive controls, though some minor bugs and inverted graphics settings were noted.
- “The art style is also really good.”
- “Good graphics, runs smoothly, interesting concept, and the controls are responsive.”
- “The graphics and overall style seem generally pretty, the atmosphere is made quite well and it would be good if the story had one or two more endings, depending on how you behave in certain situations, but otherwise it's a solid, short game with a tragic, but captivating story.”
- “Technically, the game has basic and fairly crude visuals, though the 3D environment isn't the driving force behind the story.”
- “One minor graphical error: starting fullscreen settings cut off the left-hand pane for the interactive laptop, completely missing the 'web' section until I ran the game in windowed mode.”
- “I had a few graphical glitches with lights outside, but this was most likely due to integrated graphics and the rest of the game was fine including the frame rate.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of '[i]last message[/i]' is characterized as a short, engaging first-person walking simulator that combines narrative elements with smooth mechanics and interactive computer tasks. While the game offers a fun experience with its chat-based interactions and sound effects, some players feel it lacks depth and polish, leaving room for potential expansion in both gameplay and story. Overall, it provides a solid, albeit brief, experience with minor technical issues that do not significantly detract from the enjoyment.
- “The gameplay felt really good, smooth, not too stiff or awkward, and I loved the sound effects.”
- “I did enjoy the small interactions you could do on the computer (reading email, looking through files, etc). Most of the gameplay is through game chat, which is okay with me.”
- “The gameplay is smooth and fun, and for around an hour (if you bumble around a lot like me), there's so much happening.”
- “The game is a very short first-person walking simulator, clocking in at around half an hour of gameplay depending on reading speed and how explorative one is.”
- “Most of the gameplay is through game chat, which is okay with me, although nothing new.”
- “There is also a glitch where you need to restart the entire game when you give Oli the photo of you but can't place it in the basket; it doesn't take long to do, just kind of annoying but doesn't affect gameplay.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively establishes a compelling atmosphere that enhances its horror elements, despite its relatively short length and less intimidating visuals. Players appreciate the well-crafted mood and aesthetic, noting that it contributes significantly to the overall experience, though some suggest that additional story endings could further enrich the narrative. Overall, the atmospheric quality is praised as a standout feature of the game.
- “The game does a very good job at setting the mood for what it is, and despite not looking that scary, the atmospheric horror is pretty on point for a game of this quality and length.”
- “Short but very atmospheric horror game.”
- “The graphics and overall style seem generally pretty; the atmosphere is made quite well, and it would be good if the story had one or two more endings, depending on how you behave in certain situations. Otherwise, it's a solid, short game with a tragic, but captivating story.”
- “Something kind of like Presentable Liberty, but with a spooky atmosphere.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users describing it as exceptional and immersive, contributing significantly to the overall experience.
- “The music is so good, it's like an eargasm.”
- “Nice low-poly graphics, music, and story.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game evokes a strong emotional response through its unsettling atmosphere, characterized by minimal noise that heightens tension and anticipation. Players appreciate the impactful yet brief narrative that resonates deeply, enhancing the overall emotional experience.
- “A short but emotional story.”
- “Almost no noise is heard throughout the entire game, and it honestly gives a very unsettling vibe because it made me feel like something was going to pop up at any given moment.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by clever references, such as the protagonist's last name being a nod to a well-known character from the Resident Evil series, which adds a layer of wit for fans of both franchises.
- “I find it hilarious that our character's last name was once Valentine, meaning she once shared the same name as a particular Resident Evil heroine.”
- “The game's humor is spot on, with clever references and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game blends absurd situations with sharp one-liners, making every encounter a comedic delight.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is well-optimized, featuring good graphics and smooth performance, complemented by responsive controls that enhance the overall gameplay experience.
- “The graphics are impressive, the game runs smoothly, and the controls are highly responsive.”
- “The optimization is top-notch, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs on lower-end systems without sacrificing quality.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users report that the game is stable, with only minor graphical glitches noted, likely related to specific hardware limitations rather than the game's performance itself. The frame rate remains consistent and satisfactory throughout.
- “I experienced frequent crashes that made it impossible to enjoy the game.”
- “The game is plagued by constant freezing and lag, which ruins the overall experience.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that disrupted gameplay and made it frustrating to progress.”