Silent Still

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In "Silent Still" , players face the terror of sleep paralysis and nightmares in a first-person psychological horror game. Based on a true story, the experience includes 3 distinct scenarios, each lasting 40-60 minutes, and an intriguing narrative. With photorealistic graphics, high-quality 3D audio, and a deep atmosphere, the game delivers a chilling, immersive encounter.

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Play Modes

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

63%

Audience ScoreBased on 91 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game effectively captures the unsettling experience of sleep paralysis, making it relatable for those who have experienced it.
Graphics and sound design are praised for their quality, enhancing the overall horror atmosphere.
Several players found the jump scares to be genuinely terrifying, contributing to a memorable horror experience.

The game is criticized for being too short and slow-paced, with long intervals between scares that can lead to boredom.
Many players reported frustrating gameplay mechanics, such as poor mouse sensitivity and excessive button mashing, which detracted from the experience.
There are numerous bugs and technical issues that need addressing, including navigation problems and unresponsive controls.

graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally praised for their realism and detail, particularly in environmental effects like water, contributing to an immersive horror experience. However, there are notable criticisms regarding low-poly monster models, screen tearing, and some outdated elements, which may be attributed to the game's budget constraints. Overall, while the graphics are solid for a budget title, there are areas that could benefit from improvement.
- “Graphics are amazing, sounds is great, and having experienced sleep paralysis, it hits home, in a good way.”
- “Love the graphic details, water effects, etc.”
- “Realistic graphics and incredible horror experience!”
- “The monster models are very low-poly compared to the rest of the game's graphics.”
- “There is quite a bit of graphical screen tearing, which is annoying.”
- “There are a few graphic concerns to be noted, but it may be due to the nature of being a budget game, such as the mirror not reflecting the opened door at the beginning.”
story
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking depth, with some reviewers noting a well-written narrative about a tree, a woman, and dreams that deserved more exploration. Overall, the storytelling feels rushed and clunky, detracting from the overall experience and leaving players wanting more variety and detail.
- “There is one really well written story about a tree, a woman, and dreams.”
- “Story was a little strange but it was worth the couple of bucks!”
- “This could have benefited from control improvements, variety in experiences, and more expansion on details of the story.”
- “It’s a shame this story wasn’t explored more in the game world.”
- “From clunky controls to a nonsensical story line, it feels like it was rushed out without any real thought.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express frustration with the gameplay mechanics, finding them unengaging to the point of abandoning the game mid-session. The overall sentiment suggests a lack of enjoyment and dissatisfaction with the design choices made by the developers.
- “I've gotten to a point in the game where I simply turned it off right in the middle of gameplay just to play something else.”
- “What the pheasant-plucking kind of mechanic is that, my dude developer?”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is effectively crafted, characterized by a quiet and unsettling ambiance that builds tension rather than relying on frequent scares. This focus on atmosphere enhances the overall experience, immersing players in a sense of unease.
- “The atmosphere is well done; it is quiet and unsettling.”
- “The game does not have many scares; it's more about tension and atmosphere building up.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, including severe bugs that hinder movement and persistent audio glitches, such as unending footsteps. Users express strong dissatisfaction, recommending that the game undergo substantial improvements before being released to the public.
- “The game is way too buggy; you can't move fast in any direction. Besides a fan sound, all you can hear is your footsteps that won't stop even if you stand still. I like the idea of this game, but in my opinion, it should be worked on a lot before it is ever allowed to be played by anyone. Definitely don't recommend anyone buying this game.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game elicits discomfort in players, leading to a sense of relief upon completion. This suggests that while the game may effectively provoke strong feelings, it can also be challenging and unsettling.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, leading to a general recommendation against purchasing it at this time.
- “These issues make the game just tedious enough that I cannot recommend anybody to buy it just yet.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its impressive visual fidelity and optimization, indicating that it runs smoothly while delivering high-quality graphics.
- “Impressive visual fidelity and optimization.”