Ocean Desolation
- March 29, 2024
- BluSkie
Get on Steam"Ocean Desolation is a free horror game where you must swim through the South Pacific Ocean after falling out of your boat during a thunderstorm. Search for a way to call for help while avoiding mysterious creatures beneath you, all while immersed in a unique sound design. The game offers a simple swimming system and takes around 20-40 minutes to complete."
PC
Windows
Reviews
Audience ScoreBased on 96 reviews
story4 positive mentions
- The game has a unique concept and is appreciated for its experimental nature.
- Some players found the game to be scary and fun, with a surprising plot twist.
- It's a free game with easy achievements, making it accessible for players.
- The gameplay is repetitive and feels dragged out, with long periods of swimming between points.
- The jump scares are considered cheap and not effective, leading to a lack of genuine fear.
- Many players felt the story was underdeveloped and the ending was unsatisfying.
- story12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it cool and surprising, particularly due to a notable plot twist. However, many criticize it for being too short, lacking clarity, and having a strange ending, leaving them wishing for more depth and development. Overall, while there are moments of intrigue, the narrative's execution appears to leave players wanting.
“I have completed this game and it is surprisingly great [spoiler] plot twist [/spoiler] (plus, the achievements of this game seem to send a hidden message about the main character's situation).”
“The story is too short and the ending is strange.”
“Or more importantly: what is the story?”
“I wish there was more to the story.”
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