Shiver

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Shiver is a single player puzzle game with a horror theme. It was developed by Graham and was released on October 25, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Shiver" is a free, point-and-click puzzle-horror game set in the abandoned Windy Oaks National Park in the 1990s. After becoming stranded during a visit to your father, you must use your wits to escape the ominous park before it consumes you. The game features atmospheric, hand-painted art and challenging puzzles to solve within a chilling hour.

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75%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

Atmospheric and creepy, effectively building tension and a sense of isolation.
Engaging puzzles and beautiful graphics that enhance the overall experience.
Short but enjoyable gameplay that leaves players wanting more.

Very short playtime, often completed in under an hour, leading to a feeling of incompleteness.
Lacks a substantial storyline and depth, making it feel more like a demo than a full game.
Some players found it overpriced for the amount of content provided.

story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
23%
The game's story is described as a brief yet engaging horror narrative that effectively builds tension and atmosphere, though many players express a desire for a more developed storyline and connections to previous installments. While some find the short playtime beneficial, others feel it limits the depth of the story, leading to mixed feelings about its completeness. Overall, the story captivates some players, but there is a consensus that it could benefit from expansion and further exploration.
- “Its a good story-driven point-and-click game that is more effective in its short playtime than most games with triple the amount of content.”
- “Shiver is a short but very spooky and atmospheric game; now let’s get into the story.”
- “The story kept me captivated; I wanted to see how things played out for our protagonist.”
- “No story.”
- “Would have liked more to the story, but it's short so there's not so much time for it anyway.”
- “Very short, no real storyline and very simple.”
atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
9%
18%
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its creepiness and effective use of ambient sound, creating a spooky experience despite its short length. While some reviewers note that it may not fully align with traditional horror, the well-crafted visuals and sound design contribute to a compelling and immersive environment. Overall, it is described as a short yet atmospheric adventure that successfully evokes a sense of unease.
- “Very atmospheric and creepy, well done!”
- “The graphics and sound gave the right atmosphere.”
- “Shiver is a short but very spooky and atmospheric game; now let’s get into the story.”
- “The game's atmosphere is decently creepy, although the word 'horror' in the game's description is not accurate.”
- “There is no background music, but I didn't feel the game needed it: the ambient sound of the howling wind sufficed to set the atmosphere.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The graphics of [i]shiver[/i] are praised for their beauty and unique aesthetic, showcasing a blend of hand-drawn and photo assets that contribute to the game's atmosphere. Reviewers note the quality of the artwork, especially for an indie title, and appreciate the absence of asset flipping, resulting in a cohesive visual experience. Overall, the graphics are rated positively, with a score of 7/10 reflecting their effectiveness.
- “The graphics and sound gave the right atmosphere.”
- “[i]shiver[/i]'s graphics are quite beautiful for an indie game this short and simple.”
- “Shiver had a nice-looking aesthetic—everything is obviously drawn for this game specifically (see: no asset flipping).”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay is characterized by traditional point-and-click mechanics, where players collect items to interact with the game world to progress. It serves as an introductory experience to the genre, showcasing basic elements while featuring a notable flashlight mechanic that adds visual appeal.
- “I was pretty impressed by the flashlight mechanic—I'm sure it's easy to implement, but it looked really cool.”
- “Gameplay is typical point-and-click adventuring, meaning you collect items to use on objects in the game world in order to advance in the game.”
- “It feels like a demo to show people the basic gameplay of a typical point-and-click adventure game, so they can decide whether or not the genre is something they might like and then move on to full-fledged point-and-click adventure games.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features minimal background music, relying instead on ambient sounds like howling wind to create an atmospheric experience. However, in contrast, another title, Shiver, effectively uses music alongside its environment to build tension, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “Shiver is a nice and quick point-and-click experience that does a great job building tension with its music and the environment.”
- “There is no background music, but I didn't feel the game needed it: the ambient sound of the howling wind sufficed to set the atmosphere.”