Silence Channel 2
- October 18, 2022
- Lexip_Games
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Get on itch.io Store"Silence Channel 2" is a psychological horror game based on true stories, where players unravel a mystery by solving puzzles, hiding from enemies, and finding hidden items. In this episode, the player wakes up to a strange sound and finds themselves trapped in a nightmarish environment, trying to escape and call the police. The story is based on a true event, with unique character development and challenging gameplay.
Reviews
- The game features great puzzles and a captivating atmosphere that keeps players on edge.
- Silence Channel 2 is well-optimized with decent graphics and effective jump scares, making it a solid horror experience.
- The story is interesting and deep, with a unique vibe that appeals to fans of the horror genre.
- The game suffers from a lack of checkpoints and manual save options, leading to frustrating repetition after dying.
- Some players found the gameplay to be overly reliant on hiding mechanics, which can feel tedious and repetitive.
- The sound design, particularly the loud heartbeat, can be overwhelming and lacks adjustable settings.
- story8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its depth and intriguing elements, particularly in the entrance loop, though many reviewers feel the ending could be improved. Players appreciate the unique horror narrative that allows for monster combat, but some express a desire for a longer experience, as the story section lasts about three hours. Overall, the story garners a mixed reception, with a rating of 3/5.
“The story was interesting and sometimes deep, especially the entrance loop part, but the ending could have been better in my opinion.”
“I am intrigued about the story here.”
“The story is deep, but the ending could be better.”
“I wanted to spend more time playing; it took about 3 hours to complete the story section.”
“The game was excellently made and has potential for a lot more story!”
- graphics7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics in Silence Channel 2 are generally praised for their detail and ability to enhance the game's eerie atmosphere, contributing to effective jump scares. While some users noted occasional frame rate issues and juddering, the overall visual presentation is considered decent to impressive, with a score of 4/5 from one reviewer.
“A scary game with very detailed graphics and an interesting plot.”
“With realistic graphics that intensify the eerie ambiance, Silence Channel 2 presents players with a visual feast.”
“It had good graphics and an attractive atmosphere.”
“The frame rate and graphics are decent in Silence Channel 2, with some juddering here and there.”
“The graphics and music add to the fear factor, but they are not groundbreaking.”
“While the graphics are decent, they don't elevate the overall experience of the game.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring a variety of interesting puzzles and innovative elements, though some players noted a lack of checkpoints in certain sections. Overall, it is described as decent and engaging, with a strong narrative and distinct developer style contributing to the experience.
“The gameplay is varied with interesting puzzles, but some sections lack checkpoints.”
“Interesting story, optimization, and gameplay; the developer has a style, and I like it.”
“Also, the gameplay variety and interesting innovation were good.”
“The gameplay is decent.”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as creepy and captivating, effectively immersing players in an eerie environment that enhances the horror experience. Many reviewers note that the intense atmosphere, particularly when played alone at night, contributes to a lingering sense of fear and stress throughout the gameplay. Overall, the combination of good graphics and strong voiceovers further elevates the game's atmospheric impact.
“From the moment you step into the game, the atmosphere grips you with its eerie environments, setting the stage for an immersive and heart-pounding adventure.”
“Silence Channel 2 - a horror game with a good, lingering atmosphere, especially if you play in the evening or at night alone, very intense.”
“The atmosphere is very creepy, but captivating.”
“I was scared almost repeatedly and the atmosphere of fear and stress was completely with me throughout the game.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its solid optimization, delivering a stable frame rate that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers appreciate the developer's consistent style, which complements the interesting story.
“On a positive note, I have to say that this game is well optimized with a fairly solid frame rate.”
“Interesting story, optimization, and gameplay; the developer has a style, and I like it.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music and sound effects in the game are highly praised, contributing significantly to the overall fear factor, with some users rating it a perfect 5 out of 5. The combination of effective jumpscares and atmospheric audio enhances the immersive experience.
“The music and sound effects are top-notch, earning a perfect score of 5/5.”
“The combination of jumpscares, graphics, and music significantly enhances the fear factor.”
