- June 7, 2022
- Ebb Software
- 6h median play time
Scorn
Scorn is a feast for the eyes, a buffet for the mind but not for those of a weak stomach. It satisfies the morbid and the curious with its odd forms and sombre tapestries.
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"Scorn" is a first-person horror adventure game set in a disturbing, nightmarish universe. The game features a non-linear narrative as you explore interconnected regions and discover the world's unique themes, puzzles, and characters. With a focus on a "lived-in" world, you'll acquire new skills, weapons, and items as you uncover the mysteries of this unsettling environment. The Deluxe Edition includes a digital soundtrack and artbook for a closer look at the game's creation.




- The game features stunning visuals and a haunting atmosphere, heavily inspired by the works of H.R. Giger and Zdzisław Beksiński, creating an immersive experience.
- Environmental storytelling is a strong aspect of the game, allowing players to piece together a compelling narrative through exploration and discovery.
- The emotional impact of the game is profound, evoking a range of feelings from discomfort to awe, making it a memorable experience.
- The gameplay is often described as boring and tedious, with clunky combat mechanics and frustrating puzzles that detract from the overall experience.
- The story is vague and lacks traditional narrative elements, leading to confusion and a disjointed experience for many players.
- The game suffers from significant performance issues, including stuttering and bugs, which can hinder the overall enjoyment.
- story4,828 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The story in "Scorn" is largely characterized as vague and open to interpretation, with many players noting the absence of traditional narrative elements such as dialogue or written text. Instead, the game relies heavily on environmental storytelling, where players must piece together the narrative through the grotesque and immersive world design, leading to a mix of appreciation for its artistic approach and frustration over its lack of clarity. While some players find the abstract storytelling compelling and thought-provoking, others feel it leaves too much to the imagination, resulting in a disjointed experience that lacks a coherent plot.
“An incredible, dark, but extremely intriguing story unfolds through sight, sound, and discovery.”
“The environmental storytelling is one of the game's strongest aspects, offering a chance to piece together its mysteries.”
“The visuals and sounds are all carefully crafted to tell you a story, and there isn't a single piece of dialogue.”
“The story is nonexistent.”
“However, don't go into this game hoping to fully understand what is going on, as the story is very vague.”
“The gameplay is boring, the combat is terrible, the puzzles are frustrating, and the story has no story.”
Scorn Review
Scorn is a relentlessly unsettling delve into a surreal, macabre world of alien mystery, but the scariest thing about it is the dreadful combat.
70%Scorn Review
Scorn is aesthetically impressive and sets a tone early on. Unfortunately there's nothing more to back up this experience as plot is non-existent and puzzles are linear.
45%Scorn Review
Scorn is a feast for the eyes, a buffet for the mind but not for those of a weak stomach. It satisfies the morbid and the curious with its odd forms and sombre tapestries.
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