Mind Shadows

About

"Mind Shadows" is a psychological horror game that follows the story of a Vietnam tunnel rat, troubled by his past experiences. The game takes you through a harrowing journey in a 1980's house, where reality and hallucinations blur together, making it hard to distinguish what's real and what's not. As the player, you must confront your inner demons while uncovering the truth behind the horrors that haunt you.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

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

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story2 negative mentions

The game features impressive visuals and great sound design, creating an immersive atmosphere.
The voice acting is notably well done for an indie project, adding depth to the experience.
The tutorial system is well integrated, and the game offers intriguing moments that leave players wanting more.

The game is very short and feels more like a demo or proof-of-concept rather than a complete experience.
There are issues with audio clarity, making it difficult to follow the story and dialogue at times.
The gameplay can feel disjointed, with random scene transitions and a lack of options to customize settings.

story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's story features a surprising depth of lore, which some players found engaging, though others noted that it can be difficult to follow at times. There is anticipation for potential continuation of the storyline, indicating that players are invested in its development.
- “Before commenting on graphics, sound, voice acting, or any one aspect, I'll just say I look forward to seeing whether this does get continued as a storyline and project!”
- “There's a couple of things that feel off, but the main issue is that the story is a little bit difficult to follow.”
- “I wasn't expecting there to be as much story and lore as there was for this game.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The graphics are noted for their effective use of lighting and visuals, which create a sense of paranoia and enhance the overall mood of the game. The design is minimal yet impactful, contributing significantly to the immersive experience.
- “The lighting and visuals are deceptively tailored to always bring paranoia to the player and rely on minimal sound design for effective mood setting.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and lack any real depth or personality.”
- “The environments are bland and uninspired, making exploration feel tedious.”