Silent dream

75%
Game Brain Score Based on 55 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • music
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In the dark corridor as wide as a labyrinth, avoiding numerous pursuers who are aiming for their lives. Will you be able to save the missing person and escape safely!?

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

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75%
Audience ScoreBased on 55 reviews
story7 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The art and character design are impressive, contributing to an engaging atmosphere.
  • The story has potential and is intriguing, with elements reminiscent of Japanese folklore.
  • It's a free game that offers a challenging experience, making it a decent option for horror game enthusiasts.
  • The translation is poor, making it difficult to understand the story and gameplay mechanics.
  • The game lacks a save feature, causing frustration when players die and have to restart from the beginning.
  • Some enemies are excessively fast, making it hard to avoid them and leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
  • story19 mentions

    The story of the game is described as intriguing and artistically compelling, with some elements reminiscent of the suicide forest. However, many players struggle with poor translation, making it difficult to fully grasp the narrative, leading to confusion and frustration. While some find the story interesting, the overall experience is hampered by the lack of clarity in the storytelling.

    • “The art and storyline are incredible, and the story kind of reminds me of the suicide forest.”
    • “For the little time that I played, it seemed like a decent game and the story so far is interesting.”
    • “I'm interested in the story!”
    • “The translation is really off, so I didn't really understand the story, but that doesn't bother me too much.”
    • “Either way, I ended up closing the game before completion because I couldn't get into the story being told.”
    • “I know you're not completely fluent in English, but it would be nice to follow the story and read the texts correctly and clearly.”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players criticizing its poor implementation, unclear mechanics, and frustrating bugs, leading to a challenging experience. While some appreciate the unique mechanics and aesthetic elements, the overall execution has left players feeling disappointed and confused.

    • “I nearly rage quit after the first day when I realized I'd have to restart (I used the dreamy marbles, a game mechanic that lets you pause time to escape monsters, too judiciously).”
    • “After I'm done thanking Daruma for the tea he prepared at the shrine, I'll come back with my free hands to type the experience of my further gameplay.”
    • “Uhm, so I'll be honest, this is a very good game. The music, UI, and unique mechanics are impressive.”
    • “The gameplay is poorly implemented and it's ugly to look at.”
    • “I nearly rage quit after the first day when I realized I'd have to restart (I used the dreamy marbles too judiciously).”
    • “A Japanese folklore-based game ruined by terrible translation of the dialogue and unclear game mechanics.”
  • music2 mentions

    The reviews indicate that while the game is well-received overall, it notably lacks music, which some players found disappointing.

    • “Uhm, so I'll be honest, this is a very good game. The music, UI, and unique mechanics are impressive.”
    • “There's no music.”
    • “The soundtrack is repetitive and lacks variety.”
    • “The music doesn't fit the game's atmosphere at all.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game touching, highlighting the heartwarming companionship of a loyal dog during a self-discovery journey and the supportive presence of a shrine maiden who contributes to the game's atmosphere. These characters enhance the overall emotional depth and connection within the narrative.

    • “The heartwarming dog that keeps following you through a self-discovery journey is cute and considerate.”
    • “The shrine maiden who keeps an eye on the shrine's healthy environment is a helpful and interesting person.”
  • character development1 mentions

    While users praise the game's art and character design, there is little mention of character development, suggesting that the focus may be more on aesthetics than on deepening character arcs or growth throughout the game.

  • stability1 mentions

    Users report that the game suffers from significant stability issues, citing difficulties with game mechanics and numerous bugs that hinder the overall experience.

    • “However, when it comes to game mechanics, this game is really difficult and buggy.”
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