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You finally left home on August 9th, 2017. You hated that place, you hated how it made you feel... And yet you closed yourself off in that unfortunate abode. Leaving was the only rational choice, but maybe it wasn't the best one. Even once you leave, scars don't simply disappear. They say time heals all wounds, but the extent of how much that can heal may be limited. Especially when it keeps being…

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

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 102 reviews

atmosphere7 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and creative atmosphere, filled with cryptic puzzles that encourage players to think outside the box.
Many players find the experience rewarding, especially when solving puzzles collaboratively with others, enhancing the sense of community.
Despite its challenges, the game is praised for its intriguing story and psychological depth, making it a memorable experience for those who enjoy horror and puzzle genres.

The game is often criticized for its extreme difficulty, with many players feeling lost and frustrated due to the lack of clear guidance and the need to search through game files for solutions.
Visual issues, such as unreadable text and poor lighting, detract from the overall experience, making it hard for some players to engage with the game.
Some players feel that the game is more of a test of patience than an enjoyable experience, with tedious mechanics and a lack of meaningful content beyond the puzzles.

atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
30%
The atmosphere of the game is described as a mix of impressive visuals and sound design that create a sense of fear and intrigue, though opinions vary widely. While some players find it engaging and thought-provoking, others criticize it for being flat, cryptic, or aimless, suggesting that the experience can be hindered by difficult puzzles. Overall, it appeals to fans of atmospheric horror but may frustrate those less inclined towards complex riddles.
- “The visuals and sound design are on point for the atmosphere.”
- “It has a great atmosphere, a lot of fear, and it also encourages you to think a lot and solve riddles which, when solved, feel amazing.”
- “Yes, it's atmospheric, and the story is intriguing.”
- “Incredibly hard to read text, very specific and cryptic puzzles, and a boring, cliché atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere felt flat and empty, not creepy or suspenseful to me at all.”
- “Sure, it's got a decently creepy atmosphere, but that doesn't do anything when you're walking around aimlessly.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it lacking depth and coherence, often reduced to vague themes like "she is waiting." While the atmosphere and art direction are praised, many feel that the narrative is overshadowed by overly complicated puzzles and a lack of clear purpose, making it frustrating rather than engaging. Overall, it seems to cater to a niche audience, and those outside of it may struggle to appreciate the story fully.
- “Smart art direction, smart puzzle direction, great soundtrack, great ambiance, and psychologically astonishing, best depressing content and story.”
- “Yes, it's atmospheric, and the story is intriguing.”
- “At the end of the day, if you are part of the niche this game is for, definitely go for it, but if you aren't and still want to know the story just look up a walkthrough.”
- “At the end of the day, if you are part of the niche this game is for, definitely go for it, but if you aren't and still want to know the story, just look up a walkthrough.”
- “And anyways, the puzzles were simply too complicated and the story was not interesting enough.”
- “Cons: decoding the script, difficulty of door codes, more frustrating than scary, no real story or purpose other than unlocking doors.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The gameplay has been criticized for its repetitive mechanics and similarities to other titles, leading to a sense of monotony. Players have also noted issues with controls and character movement, describing the experience as slow and frustrating. While some elements of the puzzles are seen as thoughtfully designed, the overall impression is that the gameplay lacks innovation and excitement.
- “From the cryptic clues to the random events, even the mechanics behind some puzzles just show it was well thought out.”
- “I noticed some of the mechanics being similar to other games like 'Imscared'... that was clever; however, it felt like more or less the same rinse, wash, repeat as your other games, in terms of the way the puzzles are mostly set up.”
- “Might as well work entirely anew. Gameplay: strange controls, inhospitable adaptation, slow character. Innovativeness: revolutionarily dull and boring game.”
- “I can't tell if this is intended gameplay or not, but it's kind of trash.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The graphics have received mixed reviews, with some praising the atmospheric visuals and sound design, while others criticize the obscured graphics and poor readability, particularly in terms of text and lighting. The balance between mood-setting and clarity appears to be a significant concern for players.
- “The visuals and sound design are on point for the atmosphere.”
- “I like games with obscured graphics and filters, but there's a very delicate balance between setting a mood and obscuring the graphics too much.”
- “Think of playing a puzzle game, then consider what would happen if the developer was devious and added some horror.”
- “Graphics: terrible, unreadable texts, darkest lighting in gaming history.”
- “The graphics are so poor that it detracts from the overall experience of the game.”
- “The visual design feels outdated and lacks the polish expected from modern games.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Players find the grinding in the game to be tedious and monotonous, often feeling unnecessary and frustrating. Tasks such as repeatedly interacting with objects and navigating the map can lead to confusion and a sense of annoyance, detracting from the overall experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
- “Some of the challenges this game puts you through are tedious and monotonous for literally no reason other than to be annoying.”
- “The puzzles themselves were not okay for me: they were tediously hard and some tasks were just plain distasteful, like interacting with a trash bin 50 times.”
- “Sometimes you can't even tell if you solved a random puzzle or not; you have to close the game and do a tedious walk around the map to see if anything has changed.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
The music in the game is praised for its great ambiance and ability to enhance the dark, spooky atmosphere, contributing to the psychologically impactful experience. However, some users found the volume too loud, which made it difficult to discern text and navigate initial rooms. Overall, the soundtrack complements the smart art and puzzle direction, adding depth to the game's depressing content and story.
- “Smart art direction, smart puzzle direction, great soundtrack, great ambiance, and psychologically astonishing; the best depressing content and story.”
- “It's dark, gloomy, and gives off that spooky vibe along with the music.”
- “The music was too loud, making it incredibly hard to discern the text if you don't have clear vision. The initial rooms were difficult to make out.”
- “The atmosphere is dark and gloomy, which adds to the spooky vibe created by the music.”