SILENT BREATH

About

"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.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 644 reviews

graphics56 positive mentions

optimization6 negative mentions

The graphics are stunning and create an immersive atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
The game offers a unique concept with randomized scares and objectives, providing replayability.
The sound design is effective, contributing to the tension and overall creepiness of the game.

The gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth, leading to a quick sense of boredom.
There are performance issues, including lag and poor optimization, even on high-end PCs.
The jump scares are often seen as cheap and predictable, diminishing their impact over time.

graphics
100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
41%
3%
The graphics of the game receive high praise for their photorealistic quality and immersive atmosphere, with many users noting the intense visual experience, especially in VR. However, some critiques mention performance issues and the need for improved textures, suggesting that while the aesthetics are impressive, they could benefit from further refinement. Overall, the visuals are a standout feature, often overshadowing the gameplay itself.
- “Near photo-realistic graphics that plunge you into a chillingly lifelike world where every shadow hides a secret and every sound sets your nerves on edge.”
- “Beautiful horror game, jumpscares are incredible and intense, the graphics are beyond incredible, fully recommend.”
- “The graphics are fantastic, the atmosphere is dark, and it's genuinely chilling.”
- “The textures could be improved, or the visuals could use some more grit.”
- “There are constant performance issues even with the fps locked to 30, fsr set to performance, and graphics set to low.”
- “Good for farming funny clips, but half an hour of VHS graphics and mediocre jumpscares does not warrant the $10 price tag.”
gameplay
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
76%
7%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it dull and clunky, while others appreciate its spooky twists and engaging mechanics. Many highlight the game's aesthetic appeal and the thrill of its horror elements, though some criticize its reliance on outdated mechanics and performance issues. Overall, while the gameplay offers moments of fun and immersion, it may not meet the expectations of all players.
- “I wasn’t expecting such a spooky twist in the gameplay.”
- “It's fun, scary, sometimes funny, and has a decently entertaining gameplay loop that made my first few runs very enjoyable.”
- “The storyline of searching for missing people while trying to survive added a thrilling layer to the gameplay.”
- “Bland gameplay, horrible performance, poorly executed just about everything.”
- “Its a boring game that has less than 10 minutes of gameplay and doesn't worth the download, to be honest.”
- “Also, are we really using 2012 Slender gameplay mechanics in 2024 without innovating on them at all?”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
77%
10%
The game's story revolves around a thrilling mission to find missing people while navigating a chilling atmosphere filled with quirky bosses and comedic elements. However, players note that the narrative lacks depth, as the gameplay often involves repeating the same short missions without significant story progression, making it less appealing for those seeking a grand narrative experience. Overall, while the premise is engaging, the execution may leave some players wanting more.
- “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.”
- “The story was intriguing, the atmosphere was chilling, and I felt tense throughout.”
- “☑ 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.”
optimization
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
68%
21%
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting persistent performance issues, even at lower graphics settings and locked frame rates. While some appreciate the graphics and atmosphere, the overall consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization improvements to enhance the gameplay experience. Until these performance issues are addressed, many reviewers hesitate to recommend the game.
- “I believe it will become even better after performance optimizations.”
- “The graphics are wonderful and performance is not actually that bad.”
- “Very cool, just could be more optimized.”
- “My biggest issue right now is with the performance of the game.”
- “There are constant performance issues even with the FPS locked to 30, FSR set to performance, and graphics set to low.”
- “Bland gameplay, horrible performance, poorly executed just about everything.”
atmosphere
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
38%
13%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its chilling and tense qualities, effectively immersing players in creepy locations and a constant sense of danger. While the graphics and sound design enhance the overall experience, some players feel that the jump scares could be more impactful and that the game lacks motivation to continue amidst relentless enemy attacks. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, keeping players engaged despite some optimization issues.
- “The story was intriguing, the atmosphere was chilling, and I felt tense throughout.”
- “I love horror in general, and the atmosphere of this one is just *chef's kiss*.”
- “Game is scary, has atmosphere, but lacks the drive to push the player to want to continue with reckless and almost unstoppable enemies that attack and kill the player.”
- “The atmosphere was incredibly tense, with the constant sense of danger and the need to stay alert at all times.”
- “The couple of hours of daylight you have in the beginning of the game really set the tone and bring out the best parts of the art style and graphics while still maintaining a very tense atmosphere.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Players consistently express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring 60 to 100 hours to progress. Many find the experience tedious and confusing, suggesting that it detracts from the overall enjoyment and value of the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It just gets too confusing and tedious.”
- “Grindy (60 - 100 hours).”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
20%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the dynamic randomization of scares and objectives that create unique experiences in each playthrough, others feel that the overall replay value is limited. Despite this, many find the randomized elements enjoyable and contributing to the game's creative appeal.
- “That said, I find the randomized scares and targets to be really fun and offer a lot of replayability.”
- “One of the most uniquely creative horror games I have ever experienced, with lots of fresh ideas and replay value.”
- “Replayability (scares and missing person locations are dynamically randomized every playthrough, making each playthrough a unique experience.)”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is often described as a mix of fun and absurdity, appealing primarily to those who enjoy meme culture and watching streamers overreact. While it can generate funny moments and clips, many reviewers feel that the reliance on mediocre jump scares and silly monster designs detracts from the overall experience, making it more of a novelty than a serious horror game.
- “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've been much more scary.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting significant bugs reminiscent of titles like Cyberpunk and Saints Row, while others have found the game to be completely bug-free. Overall, the feedback indicates a divide in user experience regarding stability.
- “The game is completely bug-free.”
- “The game is completely bug-free.”
- “Very buggy, like Cyberpunk or the Saints Row reboot.”
- “Very buggy, like Cyberpunk or the Saints Row reboot.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that character development is lacking, with some users expressing dissatisfaction not only with the depth of the characters but also with their designs. Overall, the feedback suggests that both character growth and visual representation fall short of expectations.
- “The character designs aren't the best either.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many reviewers labeling it an "asset flip" that prioritizes profit over quality and player experience.
- “Cash grab asset flip.”
- “Cash grab asset flip.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews for the music aspect are minimal and lack specific details, but the repeated emphasis on "music" suggests it plays a significant role in the overall experience of the game. Further elaboration from users would be needed to provide a more comprehensive assessment.