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Letters of Bernard Thorne

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99%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
99% User Score Based on 76 reviews

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Letters of Bernard Thorne is a single player simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Korean Linguistics Lab and was released on March 29, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Your scars have brought you here. You just haven't realized it yet. You will play as Bernard Thorne, an old Vietnam War veteran bound in a motorized wheelchair. Navigate through his house and find the traces of his guilt-ridden past. Endure the nightmares that still haunt him as he desperately finds a way to climb up the attic for reasons he does not know. StoryBernard Thorne just got discha…

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99%Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews
story32 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • Deeply emotional and heartbreaking story with powerful themes of PTSD, grief, and acceptance that resonated with many players.
  • Unique gameplay experience of navigating in a wheelchair which enhanced immersion and reflected the protagonist's struggles authentically.
  • Well-executed atmosphere and horror elements combining tension and meaningful scares without relying on cheap jump scares.
  • Wheelchair controls can be fiddly, clunky, or frustrating at times, occasionally causing players to get stuck or struggle with movement.
  • Some players found certain puzzles or quick-time events excessively difficult or timing too tight, impacting smooth progression.
  • Visuals and graphics appear somewhat dated or rough, with occasional performance and audio balancing issues noted.

  • story

    58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is widely praised for its beautiful, deeply emotional, and heartbreaking narrative, often centered on themes of loss, guilt, PTSD, and acceptance. Reviewers highlight its unique and impactful storytelling that blends horror elements without overshadowing the core narrative, leaving a lasting impression long after playing. While some mention frequent flashbacks and challenging controls, the story remains the standout feature, earning high acclaim for its writing and emotional depth.

    • “Absolutely beautiful storytelling with a heartbreaking twist.”
    • “Bernard's story broke my heart in two and made me cry like a little child.”
    • “What a beautiful story woven together through the struggles of a Vietnam War vet, his regrets, his PTSD, and his letters towards his loved ones.”
    • “The main story was alright, but not as engaging as the twist ending in 'Love Sam'.”
    • “I do think the flashbacks and the way the story is divided is a little too frequent, but it might've been necessary to tell the story the way it did.”
    • “The story is decent, some of the flashbacks are a little drawn out, atmosphere is okay, I got stuck in a few spots and had to make a 17 point turn to get out.”

  • emotional

    21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game delivers a deeply emotional and heartbreaking story that resonates powerfully with players, often eliciting tears and a strong empathetic response. Its portrayal of trauma and raw emotions is praised for authenticity and impactful storytelling, making it a memorable, heartfelt experience highly recommended for those seeking emotional depth.

    • “Absolutely beautiful storytelling with a heartbreaking twist.”
    • “Letters of Bernard Thorne is one of the best indie horror titles in years and is a beautiful emotional roller coaster of one man's life and deep trauma.”
    • “This is such a poignant, emotional journey of empathy where we experience the terror and pain of PTSD as a war veteran.”

  • gameplay

    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its smooth, natural mechanics that create deep immersion, uniquely incorporating wheelchair controls to enhance accessibility and thematic connection. While not overly complex, the gameplay effectively complements the poignant story and atmosphere, delivering a refreshing and emotionally impactful experience.

    • “The way the mechanics mix with the themes creates perfect immersion, and that's saying a lot because my slow laptop could only run the game on the lowest setting and I still got sucked in.”
    • “I'm no dev so I don't want to talk about the mechanics too much besides the fact it played super smooth and naturally and as a disabled person who uses an electric wheelchair, it felt almost second nature using the controls, so big props on that.”
    • “The pacing and movement mechanics and voice acting all come together to create a beautiful, poignant experience that will stick with me—and maybe you—for years to come.”
    • “The game mechanics aren't really too in depth, but that's kind of what to expect in these kinds of games.”
    • “I have so many horror games in my library and sometimes games just fall flat when it comes to story and gameplay.”
    • “This game was really good the story was really sad and there were some truly scary moments in this game and very intense moments as well. I would say the story stands out more than anything else. The gameplay was very unique; I've not seen any other game do it the way that this game has, but I would say the real thing here that shined in this entire game was the story.”

  • atmosphere

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is generally praised for its effective tension, horror elements, and immersive mood, contributing strongly to the game's emotional and frightening experience. While some find it amazing and engaging, a few note moments where pacing and navigation slightly detract from the overall ambiance.

    • “Truly a heartfelt story that keeps you going through the horrific atmosphere!”
    • “Love, Sam is one of my favorite horror games with thoughtful jumpscares, tension, atmosphere, and writing.”
    • “The horror elements are present with good tension, atmosphere, and a few scares.”
    • “Truly a heartfelt story that keeps you going through the horrific atmosphere!!”
    • “The story is decent, some of the flashbacks are a little drawn out, atmosphere is okay, I had gotten stuck in a few spots and had to make a 17 point turn to get out.”

  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are considered somewhat dated, reminiscent of older titles from around 2014, with noticeable jagged animations. While this is a minor critique, an updated graphics engine could significantly enhance the game's visual appeal.

    • “The graphics make it feel like a 2014 itch.”
    • “Graphics feel a bit dated.”
    • “This is more of a nitpick as the game is amazing no matter what, but I felt if the graphics engine was a bit more updated it would make this game shine a lot more and help with some of the jagged animations.”

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game’s optimization is somewhat lacking, with users noting performance could be improved, and the UI appearing rough or unpolished.

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Letters of Bernard Thorne is a simulation game with horror theme.

Letters of Bernard Thorne is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Letters of Bernard Thorne.

Letters of Bernard Thorne was released on March 29, 2025.

Letters of Bernard Thorne was developed by Korean Linguistics Lab.

Letters of Bernard Thorne has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Letters of Bernard Thorne for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Letters of Bernard Thorne is a single player game.

Similar games include and Roger, Luto, When the Darkness comes, What Remains of Edith Finch, Until Then and others.