Sanator: Scarlet Scarf

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Sanator: Scarlet Scarf is a single player action game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Ignis Sanat and was released on June 6, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Sanator: Scarlet Scarf," players navigate a mysterious sanatorium as Elena, a determined journalist. Uncover the truth behind the sanatorium's dark past and supernatural occurrences while surviving encounters with hostile entities. With a strong emphasis on narrative, this atmospheric horror adventure offers a chilling experience filled with puzzles and intrigue.

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Audience ScoreBased on 83 reviews

story25 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and a captivating soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
The story, while short, is engaging and offers multiple endings, providing some replayability.
Fans of dark themes and plague doctor lore may find the game intriguing and worth exploring.

The translation from Russian to English is poor, making the text difficult to follow and detracting from the experience.
The game is very short, with many players feeling it lacks depth and content for the price.
The writing is often overly wordy and convoluted, leading to confusion and a lack of emotional connection with the characters.

story
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-written, particularly praising its dark themes and beautiful art. However, others criticize the lack of character attachment and clarity in the plot, leading to a disconnection from the narrative. While some appreciate the short, interactive nature of the story, others feel it lacks depth and originality, with a few noting that the lore is poorly integrated into the gameplay.
- “Very dark and interesting story with some great artwork.”
- “A very well written visual novel with fantastic plot and lore.”
- “The story is compelling; recently I've been looking into plague motives in horror stories, and this one is definitely worth checking out, despite not being very complicated or original.”
- “Because I haven't felt attached to the characters, I didn't care about this game's world, its story, and lore.”
- “Characters' faces are inexpressive and dull, making it impossible to connect to them and care for the story.”
- “It does sound promising, but the story itself and the world it takes place in are just so bland and uninspired, relying more on piling up names and concepts than on proper narrative practice.”
music
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received generally positive feedback, with many reviewers praising its quality and how well it complements the visuals and atmosphere. While some found it fitting and enjoyable, others noted that it may not cater to all tastes. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a significant highlight, enhancing the experience of this short visual novel.
- “This is a fairly short visual novel with beautiful visuals and a nice soundtrack.”
- “The music and art are worth the price of admission and really draw you in.”
- “The soundtrack was exceptional in my opinion, as each piece fit perfectly with the scene that it accompanied.”
- “The music was fine, although I didn't care for it much because of the absence of anything else worthwhile.”
- “The music is fitting and the art was pretty enough, but there is not a lot of content for the price and the way the novel is written might turn some people off, with many sentences being unnecessarily wordy and strangely constructed.”
- “+ music is not to my taste but does the job setting the mood.”
graphics
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the beautiful artwork and aesthetic that enhances the storytelling, while others find certain character designs too cartoonish and lacking detail. The visuals are often highlighted as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's atmosphere and overall experience. However, there are critiques regarding inconsistencies in character shading and design that detract from the overall quality.
- “Very dark and interesting story with some great artwork.”
- “The story is actually good and the art style and music fit it perfectly.”
- “Extremely beautiful, I just love the art style and aesthetic.”
- “The art style was one of the reasons I bought this game, but in the end I found it too cartoonish, bland, and lacking details.”
- “It's main purpose is its visuals.”
- “The music and artwork set up the atmosphere for what, as others have said, is a world that could appear in further episodes.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the visual novel is highly praised for its dark and immersive qualities, enhanced by beautiful artwork and fitting music. Reviewers note that the combination of these elements creates a captivating experience that may appeal particularly to fans of grimdark themes. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a significant strength of the game, contributing to its engaging storytelling.
- “All in all, it is a good short visual novel with a good story, beautiful and fitting music and art, that generate a dark and captivating atmosphere.”
- “The music and artwork set up the atmosphere for what, as others have said, is a world that could appear in further episodes.”
- “It may not be for everyone, but I would definitely recommend trying it to everyone who's interested in a grimdark atmosphere.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate a mixed emotional response, with some players finding the characters shallow and lacking depth, leading to a lack of emotional connection. However, others appreciate the game's heartfelt and dark themes, suggesting it resonates on a more profound level for certain audiences.
- “Heartfelt and dark, sad to see so much scum playing instead of buying this little game with less than a key and enjoying it.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The visual novel offers notable replayability, as players must revisit the game to unlock certain achievements and delve deeper into its medieval fantasy lore and myths.
- “There is replayability in this visual novel, as it's the only way to unlock some of the achievements, and it provides the opportunity to learn more about this medieval fantasy and the myths behind it.”
- “The game lacks significant replayability; once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back.”
- “While there are multiple endings, the gameplay experience feels repetitive, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”