Mesel
- February 23, 2016
- Burak Dabak
Get on Steam"Mesel is a single-player Horror Action game set in an abandoned hospital. The game encourages players to become the protagonist and writer of their own novel, with every choice and mystery revealed adding to the narrative. Solve puzzles, discover documents, and experience a dense atmosphere, all while creating a unique, up to 100-page novel, without any combat included."
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a unique concept where players write a novel as they progress, adding an original storytelling element.
- The atmosphere is compelling, with decent graphics and sound effects that enhance the horror experience.
- Puzzles are enjoyable and not overly complex, allowing for a smooth gameplay experience.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including crashes and unresponsive controls that can hinder progress.
- Voice acting is only available in Turkish, which may disappoint players expecting English support.
- Some players found the game to be boring and felt that it did not meet their expectations based on advertising.
- story11 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game features an intriguing and original storyline centered around a writer inspired by a heroic doctor named Ahmet, with a unique storytelling style that unfolds through flashbacks and novel-like elements. While some players find the narrative predictable and the mechanics cumbersome, the overall atmosphere and innovative approach to storytelling have garnered positive feedback, particularly among fans of indie horror.
“This game has an amazing storyline that sends you through a loop.”
“I like the fact that you explore and discover the story through flashbacks.”
“There is an intriguing main story that unfolds its mysteries as you play.”
“Story-wise, it's pretty predictable, and some of the UI and game mechanics can be cumbersome.”
“The game is about a writer who was inspired by the heroic story of a brilliant doctor named Ahmet.”
“It adds to the overall feeling of the game, making you bring up the story and read it.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay is considered a good value for its price, offering a decent length and engaging horror elements alongside challenging puzzles. While some mechanics and UI can be cumbersome, the simplicity and originality of the gameplay are highlighted as strengths, making it a recommended experience for fans of atmospheric storytelling.
“I think this is where indie games shine: simple, yet effective mechanics with an original story.”
“Hours of gameplay full of horror and challenging puzzles.”
“Story-wise, it's pretty predictable, and some of the UI and game mechanics can be cumbersome.”
“Overall, I recommend it for the original storytelling style and atmospheric gameplay.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised, with users noting that the graphics and sound effects effectively contribute to a compelling experience. While the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they are considered very good and enhance the overall atmospheric gameplay.
“The graphics and the sound effects of the game are really well done and help create a compelling atmosphere.”
“Overall, I recommend this game for the original storytelling style and atmospheric gameplay.”
“The graphics, while not world-beating, are very good and do a lot to create the atmosphere.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally viewed as a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the decent scenery and atmospheric sound effects, others note issues with character animations and the potential use of asset recycling. Overall, the visuals are considered good for an indie title, contributing positively to the game's immersive experience.
“It was one of the best indie games I have ever played, with surprisingly good graphics.”
“The graphics, while not world-beating, are very good and do a lot to create the atmosphere.”
“Graphically, it's a mixed bag; decent enough scenery and props (though I suspect these may be assets) and okayish characters with janky animations.”
“The graphics and the sound effects of the game are really well done and help create a compelling atmosphere.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally solid, though players have reported occasional glitches, particularly in specific areas like the fire room. Movement issues and the potential to get stuck can disrupt gameplay, and checkpoint saves may be inconvenient if interrupted.
“But it's mostly well enough put together, and the puzzles can easily be solved as long as you don't encounter the odd glitches, such as the fire room one.”
“There are some movement glitches, and there's a chance of getting stuck. The checkpoint saves can be a bit of a nuisance if you get disturbed while playing.”
