"Related" is a single-player Horror Point and Click game with a deep, interesting plot about conjoined twins living in an abandoned orphanage. The game features atmospheric hand-drawn 2D graphics, a journey through the characters' memories, and an original soundtrack. It contains mature content such as violence and blood and gore, with interface and audio available in English, Russian, and Italian. The game requires Windows 7, MacOS 10.14, or Ubuntu 16.04/Fedora 24 or later to run.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 35 reviews

story14 positive mentions

The art style is beautiful and reminiscent of other popular games like Fran Bow and Little Misfortune.
The story is intriguing and touches on deep themes, keeping players engaged and curious about future chapters.
The puzzles are generally well-designed, providing a good balance of challenge without being overly difficult.

The gameplay is slow and can feel tedious, with movement described as sluggish and clunky dialogue mechanics.
The game is very short, leaving players on a cliffhanger and feeling unsatisfied with the lack of content.
There are issues with the dialogue and translation, which can detract from the overall experience and immersion.

story
26 mentions
54 % positive mentions
35 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The story has garnered mixed reviews, with many players finding it intriguing and promising, particularly praising its emotional depth and engaging atmosphere. However, some critiques highlight that the narrative feels incomplete or underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more character development and a deeper storyline. Overall, while the story captivates many, there are calls for improvement to fully realize its potential.
- “The art and storyline are very transfixing, so much so that I will definitely keep an eye out for when chapters two and three are available because I must know what happens after chapter one.”
- “The story's pretty good; it sets up the mystery well and has some sweet moments in it. The opening of the story does a good job of setting the mood for the game and tells you what you’re in for.”
- “This game shines through beauty, effective simplicity, and great storytelling through a combination of exploration, action scenes, and cut scenes, with an occasional jump scare thrown in.”
- “Sadly, the story and dialogue aren't great.”
- “That made the 'story' fall flat for me.”
- “With all of that, I actually do hope the developers give it another shot with more character development, deeper story, and more of an immersion quality.”
gameplay
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with some players enjoying the atmosphere and story, while others find the mechanics lacking refinement and polish. The point-and-click and puzzle elements are appreciated, but there are calls for more intuitive movement options and overall improvements to enhance the experience.
- “The gameplay reminded me of Fran Bow, and I loved how the music fits the atmosphere.”
- “Related is a 2D sidescroller that uses puzzles and point-and-click gameplay.”
- “It has a great story and fun gameplay!”
- “Gameplay is excruciating.”
- “I do wish that there were more intuitive walk mechanics.”
- “The mechanics could use some tweaks/improvements, and the game feels like it could use some basic polish as well.”
graphics
9 mentions
44 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
22 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful hand-drawn art style, which enhances the overall atmosphere and complements the music. While some characters may appear unappealing, the artistic execution is considered one of the game's standout features, contributing significantly to the immersive experience. However, the dialogue has been noted as clunky, contrasting with the otherwise subtle and haunting visuals.
- “The art style is really good; it has this nice hand-drawn feeling to it. One of the best parts of the art in the game is the music box puzzle; the artist did a really good job with it.”
- “I adore the art style.”
- “The art style is gorgeous, and I also really enjoyed the music tracks.”
- “Puzzles are easy enough once you know how to do them, but it's the graphics and story that let the game down.”
- “While the graphics and sound are subtle and haunting, the dialogue is clunky and lacks that subtlety.”
music
6 mentions
83 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere and complement the gameplay, with many reviewers noting its quality and fitting nature. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the standout elements, contributing significantly to the game's immersive experience.
- “The music in the game is pretty nice and fits the game very well.”
- “The art style is gorgeous, and I also really enjoyed the music tracks.”
- “Style, story, and music really interested me.”
atmosphere
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its spooky and immersive qualities, enhanced by fitting music and strong visual art. Reviewers note that it effectively creates a solid horror experience, reminiscent of titles like Fran Bow, while maintaining a compelling story and engaging mystery. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The gameplay reminded me of Fran Bow, and I loved the music; it fits the atmosphere perfectly.”
- “The atmosphere in the game is pretty good and spooky.”
- “Episode 1 is a short but solid point-and-click horror game, featuring a captivating story with good mystery, sweet moments, beautiful art, and a spooky atmosphere.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is noted for its touching and poignant narrative, tackling difficult themes such as mental health and child abuse, which resonate deeply with players. Despite its emotional impact, the game's abandonment leaves players longing for more of its compelling story.
- “It had a touching, sad story in which I would have loved to continue playing (sadly, the game is abandoned now).”
- “A short and touching point-and-click game, involving difficult topics including mental health and child abuse.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Reviewers express a desire for improved character development, emphasizing the need for a deeper story and greater immersion. They suggest that enhancing character appeal and incorporating quality music could significantly elevate the overall experience.
- “I really hope the developers give it another shot with more character development, a deeper story, and enhanced immersion. It would be great to see the characters polished to be more appealing, along with some quality music.”
- “The character development in this game is truly impressive, allowing players to form deep connections with the characters and their journeys.”
- “I love how the game allows for meaningful character growth, making each decision feel impactful and shaping the story in unique ways.”
- “I actually hope the developers give it another shot with more character development, a deeper story, and improved immersion. The characters could be more appealing, and adding quality music would enhance the experience.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters on any meaningful level.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of growth in the characters throughout the game; it felt like they were stuck in one-dimensional roles.”