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Scorch is a noir-inspired stealth, first-person shooter. Takedown thugs as you try to break away from your former life. Stalk the shadows, gather evidence, and get out of town. Scorch is first and foremost a stealth game before it is a shooter.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 200 reviews
story16 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions

  • The game features a unique noir aesthetic and interesting mechanics that create a fun and engaging experience.
  • It's a short but enjoyable game, perfect for a quick playthrough, and it's free to try.
  • The developers have shown potential with this project, and many players are looking forward to seeing more content or a longer version in the future.
  • The game is very short, with gameplay lasting around 10-20 minutes, leaving players wanting more.
  • Gameplay mechanics can feel simplistic and unpolished, with issues like poor AI behavior and lack of depth in the story.
  • Visuals may cause discomfort for some players, and technical issues such as resolution problems can hinder the experience.
  • story
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally described as short and underdeveloped, with many players expressing a desire for a more fleshed-out narrative and character depth. While some appreciate the noir theme and visual style, others find the plot lacking and feel it leaves too much to the player's imagination. Overall, the consensus suggests that with more story content and refinement, the game could significantly improve.

    • “It's nice and simple, and a good story, too, play it.”
    • “I love the noir theme, its visual style, and the storytelling.”
    • “This game is a microscopic scratch to the itch left by red hot vengeance (another indie shooter game) with its (short) intriguing story and beautiful 3 color aesthetics that make the world around you feel very dark, gloomy, and overall badass.”
    • “The story is quite thin and there is a lot left to the imagination of the player.”
    • “Honestly, I gotta say the game mechanics were fun to toy with, but there is absolutely no replay value and the story is too short.”
    • “It could have had more story, more use of the locations, and more difference between the bad guys and the crime bosses.”
  • gameplay
    48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it simplistic and janky, despite some interesting mechanics and a strong noir aesthetic. While the stealth elements and visuals are appreciated, the short playtime and lack of depth in enemy AI and mechanics have left players wanting more. Overall, there is potential for improvement, but the current execution feels lacking and offers little replay value.

    • “I really liked the noir aesthetic, as well as the simple stealth mechanics that come along with it.”
    • “I enjoyed the art style and the simplistic nature of the gameplay itself created a good game.”
    • “Pros: good atmosphere, decent gameplay with some interesting ideas, interesting story.”
    • “Cool visuals and story, but very wonky and janky gameplay.”
    • “Ngl, this is kinda bad. I'm not saying that I hate the game, I just don't like the gameplay: the story is pretty short, the flashlight function runs out pretty quickly, and there is no ragdoll or body upon enemies' deaths, just a pile of blood.”
    • “The voice acting is amateur at best, the animations are extremely rigid, and the mechanics don't feel the way they should.”
  • graphics
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics feature a unique and striking noir aesthetic, characterized by a stark black and white palette with selective colorization, which many players found appealing. However, some users noted that the visuals can be jarring or uncomfortable over time, and while the art style is praised, the overall graphical quality is seen as a flaw rather than a strength. Despite these criticisms, the simplistic and stylized graphics contribute to a fun, albeit brief, gaming experience.

    • “I really liked the noir aesthetic, as well as the simple stealth mechanics that come along with it.”
    • “This game is a microscopic scratch to the itch left by red hot vengeance (another indie shooter game) with its (short) intriguing story and beautiful three-color aesthetics that make the world around you feel very dark, gloomy, and overall badass.”
    • “The game has low graphics so you potato PC players can run this, yes, even the ones who use their old parents' laptop from like 2010!”
    • “The graphics looked stylish, but shortly after I had started playing, I realized that the graphics were rather a flaw than a good point.”
    • “They just disappear into a pool of blood, which is the only thing that is colorized in an otherwise extreme contrast black and white art style.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with users noting that it offers little incentive to play again beyond speedrunning. While the mechanics are enjoyable, the short story length contributes to the overall perception of minimal replay value.

  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability has received criticism primarily due to buggy jumping mechanics, particularly when players are near obstacles. Despite these issues, some users suggest that the game's short duration of 10 minutes may mitigate the impact of these stability concerns.

    • “Jumping is quite buggy, especially when near an obstacle.”
    • “Some people are complaining about the jumping being a bit buggy.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its engaging noir aesthetic, which complements the decent gameplay and intriguing story. Players appreciate the unique blend of stealth and shooting elements that enhance the overall experience.

    • “Scorch is a neat little concept in a stealth/shooting game with a noir atmosphere.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally appreciated for its quality and aesthetic appeal, but many users feel that it doesn't elevate the overall experience significantly, describing it as merely "fine."

    • “The music is captivating and enhances the overall experience of the game.”
    • “The soundtrack is beautifully composed, adding depth and emotion to every moment.”
    • “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive atmosphere.”
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