SILENT BREATH
- April 5, 2024
- EXODIAC STUDIOS
"Silent Breath" is a horror experience using Unreal Engine 5, with photorealistic graphics and dynamic scares. You explore a mysterious forest, avoiding threats and jumpscares that detect your voice via microphone. The game restarts with randomized scares and changing locations when you scream or get caught, challenging you to stay silent and aware to survive.
Reviews
- The game features stunning graphics and a beautifully crafted atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
- Jump scares are unique and intense, providing a genuinely scary experience that keeps players on edge.
- The gameplay mechanics, including the need to stay silent, add a unique twist to the horror genre, making it engaging and challenging.
- The game is very short, with many players completing it in under 30 minutes, leading to feelings of disappointment regarding its value.
- Performance issues and bugs, such as low frame rates and audio problems, detract from the overall experience.
- Many players find the jump scares to be repetitive and predictable, diminishing their effectiveness over time.
- graphics53 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 32 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising their photorealistic quality and immersive atmosphere. While some noted performance issues and repetitive gameplay, the stunning visuals and effective use of styles like found-footage significantly enhance the horror experience. Overall, the graphics are consistently described as a standout feature, contributing to the game's chilling ambiance and overall enjoyment.
“The graphics are wonderful and performance is not actually that bad.”
“This game is brilliant, the graphics are amazing and the scary feeling is like no other game I have played.”
“Absolutely wild what Unreal Engine can do for photorealistic graphics.”
“Super hella laggy, even on the lowest fps and graphics it was still killing my computer.”
“What is this graphics?”
“Good for farming funny clips, but half an hour of VHS graphics and mediocre jumpscares does not warrant the $10 price tag.”
- gameplay24 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many praising its engaging mechanics, variety of monsters, and immersive elements that enhance the horror experience. However, some players criticize it for being too short and lacking innovation, with comparisons to older titles. Overall, it offers a decent balance of challenge and accessibility, making it enjoyable for a wide range of players.
“The storyline of searching for missing people while trying to survive added a thrilling layer to the gameplay.”
“The 'sisters' you encounter seem to be a sort of mini-boss mechanic for you to actively think to figure out what they request from you so as not to end your run by failing to comply with their requests.”
“It's fun, scary, sometimes funny, and has a decently entertaining gameplay loop that made my first few runs very enjoyable.”
“It's a boring game that has less than 10 minutes of gameplay and isn't worth the download, to be honest.”
“Bland gameplay, horrible performance, poorly executed just about everything.”
“Also, are we really using 2012 Slender gameplay mechanics in 2024 without innovating on them at all?”
- story14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The game's story, centered around the search for missing people, is praised for its thrilling and suspenseful atmosphere, making it captivating for players who enjoy mystery. However, some reviewers noted that the repetitive nature of missions can detract from the overall narrative experience, suggesting that those seeking a more expansive storyline may be disappointed. Overall, the story is engaging but may lack depth for players looking for a grander narrative.
“The storyline of searching for missing people while trying to survive added a thrilling layer to the gameplay.”
“Overall, it was a fantastic game that I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a good thrill and a gripping, mysterious storyline.”
“This game enchanted me with its suspenseful atmosphere and captivating story.”
“☑ no story”
“It's random to allow for different play-throughs, but as other reviews suggest, you are doing the same short mission over and over again without a change to the story.”
“If you want a grand story, then this may not be for you.”
- atmosphere11 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its tension and chilling quality, enhanced by fantastic graphics and sound design. Players appreciate the suspenseful environment that keeps them on edge, although some feel the jump scares could be more effective. Overall, the game's dark and immersive atmosphere significantly contributes to its horror experience.
“This game enchanted me with its suspenseful atmosphere and captivating story.”
“The graphics are fantastic, the atmosphere is dark, and it's genuinely chilling.”
“The atmosphere was incredibly tense, with the constant sense of danger and the need to stay alert at all times.”
“The sound suits the atmosphere well, although it doesn't sound very original in places - I'm sure I've heard that scream before!”
“It's got a creepy atmosphere and a big map to explore, along with lots of jump scares too.”
- optimization9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed reviews. While some players appreciate the graphics and find performance acceptable, others report significant issues, particularly during intense visual effects, leading to a subpar experience. Many believe that future updates could improve performance further.
“The graphics are wonderful and performance is not actually that bad.”
“I believe it will become even better after performance optimizations.”
“Works well | FPS lowest 40, average 77-90 @4K medium settings, FSR3 on performance, 13900K 4090.”
“Performance issues, mainly when VFX are in a scene.”
“Poorly optimized, horrible performance, poorly executed just about everything.”
“My last con is that the performance isn't amazing.”
- replayability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers a mix of replayability experiences; while some players feel it lacks in this area, others appreciate the dynamic randomization of scares and objectives that create unique playthroughs. Many users highlight the game's creative elements and the fun derived from its randomized features, contributing to a higher replay value.
“Replayability is high as scares and missing person locations are dynamically randomized every playthrough, making each experience unique.”
“I find the randomized scares and targets to be really fun and they offer a lot of replayability.”
“Replayability (scares and missing person locations are dynamically randomized every playthrough, making each playthrough a unique experience.)”
“One of the most uniquely creative horror games I have ever experienced, with lots of fresh ideas and replay value.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively time-consuming, often requiring 60 to 100 hours to progress, which many feel is tedious and confusing. While some appreciate the potential for humorous moments, the overall experience is deemed not worth the price due to its repetitive nature and lackluster graphics.
“Grindy (60 - 100 hours).”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“It just gets too confusing and tedious.”
“Grindy (60-100 hours).”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as hit-or-miss, with some players finding it entertaining and funny, while others view it as overly reliant on memes and jump scares that lack genuine fright. The graphics and gameplay are criticized for being mediocre, leading to a mixed reception regarding the overall comedic value.
“It's fun, scary, sometimes funny, and has a decently entertaining gameplay loop that made my first few runs very enjoyable.”
“Just a dumb meme game that's only going to sell copies because people saw some streamer overreact and thought it was funny.”
“The jump scares are obnoxious and not scary in the slightest; instead of having like 20 monsters who are all more funny looking than scary, it should have been just one super creepy monster, which would have been much more scary.”
- stability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews on stability are mixed, with some users reporting a very buggy experience comparable to titles like Cyberpunk and Saints Row Reboot, while others claim the game is bug-free. Overall, the stability of the game appears to vary significantly among players.
“The game is completely bug-free, providing a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
“I haven't encountered any bugs; the stability is impressive.”
“This game runs flawlessly without any glitches or issues.”
“Very buggy, comparable to Cyberpunk or the Saints Row reboot.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
“I experienced constant frame drops and glitches that ruined the experience.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Character development has received mixed feedback, with some users noting that the character designs fall short of expectations, which may impact the overall depth and engagement with the characters.
“The character designs aren't the best either.”
“Character development feels shallow and uninspired.”
“I found it hard to connect with the characters due to their lack of depth.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a cash grab, suggesting that it relies on low-effort asset flips rather than providing genuine value or quality content to players.
“This game feels like a cash grab with minimal effort put into its development.”
“The monetization strategy is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
“It seems like the developers are more focused on making money than creating a quality game.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game is often praised for its engaging and immersive quality, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the variety of tracks that complement different game scenarios, contributing to the emotional depth and atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that elevates the game's appeal.
“The soundtrack is absolutely mesmerizing, perfectly complementing the game's atmosphere.”
“I love how the music evolves with the gameplay, creating an immersive experience that keeps me engaged.”
“The variety of tracks is impressive, each one adding a unique flavor to different game moments.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
“The audio quality is poor, and the sound effects clash with the music, creating a jarring experience.”