Sinking Inn

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Sinking Inn is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Open Alpha and was released on April 30, 2021. It received very positive reviews from players.

A small, lonely boy on a hopeful quest navigates through a dark and dreary motel. Dive into its mysterious, eerie atmosphere and find your way through the motel's strange puzzles, as it becomes increasingly clear that reality is not as it seems.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 45 reviews

story6 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features a unique concept of managing a sinking inn, providing a fresh take on the simulation genre.
The graphics are charming with a cartoonish style that complements the absurdity of the gameplay.
The puzzles and gameplay mechanics are engaging, offering a fun challenge while maintaining a light-hearted atmosphere.

The game is quite short, with many players finishing it in under 30 minutes, leaving them wanting more content.
Some graphics and animations are unpolished, which detracts from the overall experience.
The story lacks depth and could benefit from more development and backstory.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally viewed as intriguing yet underdeveloped, with many players appreciating its heart and atmosphere despite its brevity. While some found the narrative engaging and the mechanics interesting, others criticized it for being simplistic and lacking depth, expressing a desire for a more substantial storyline and backstory. Overall, the potential for a richer narrative is recognized, with hopes for future expansions or sequels to explore the characters and world further.
- “A sequel would be very interesting as we could go into us living with our sibling and maybe some more backstory on our parents.”
- “Nice bite-sized story with some heart.”
- “I loved the atmosphere, the story, and the universe this game was set in that I spent most of my time not finishing puzzles wondering if there was more about the world -- it was simple yet intriguing!”
- “Not much story here, and nothing hard to solve.”
- “I was super excited to play this game because it looked like a story-driven point and click with creepy undertones, but honestly it was just very boring and repetitive, especially for how short it is.”
- “A meatier story would make it better though; hopefully we'll get one in the future.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics and intriguing puzzles, particularly the innovative world-switching feature that enhances the overall experience and atmosphere. While the story is compelling and the visuals are described as gritty yet beautiful, some players note that the game is relatively short and certain graphics could be improved. Overall, the game offers a unique and dynamic adventure that stands out in the point-and-click genre.
- “The game is a point and click with some interesting gameplay mechanics on the puzzles it throws at you that gives you an intense and dark story about you and the place where you are.”
- “The idea of switching between dimensions is a good way to make the gameplay dynamic, and the game has its own personality visually speaking.”
- “The world flipping mechanic played well with the puzzles and added to the atmosphere.”
- “The game relies on a game mechanic which allows you to discover new things.”
- “Click the video above to see some of the gameplay mechanics and hear my thoughts on the game.”
- “The graphics are gritty yet beautiful, the music is eerie yet inviting, and the mechanics are simple yet effective.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the gritty yet beautiful art style that enhances the mysterious atmosphere, others criticize certain aspects as lacking quality, with issues like bad artwork and collision problems. Overall, the aesthetic is noted for its creepy vibes, effectively complementing the game's mechanics and story.
- “Great aesthetic, gives off some creepy vibes now and then.”
- “The graphics are gritty yet beautiful, the music is eerie yet inviting, and the mechanics are simple yet effective.”
- “Honestly, the mechanics and story are really good, but it's a little short and some of the graphics are bad.”
- “Short but hampered by poor artwork and collision problems.”
- “Although the game looks fairly simple, the art style and music really fit with the mysterious atmosphere and settings.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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25%
The music in the game is noted for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, with a mix of eerie and inviting tones that complement the mysterious settings. However, some players find it overly heavy-handed and overwhelming, particularly in its volume and thematic intensity, which can detract from the psychological elements of the game. Overall, while the music contributes to the game's ambiance, its execution may not resonate with everyone.
- “Although the game looks fairly simple, the art style and music really fit with the mysterious atmosphere and settings.”
- “The graphics are gritty yet beautiful, the music is eerie yet inviting, and the mechanics are simple yet effective.”
- “The music is a bit heavy-handed here in both theme and volume, as it makes you think that some unimaginable horror will simply devour the little protagonist, what's with the menacing score, but since the premise is more psychological than anything, it was a bit overwhelming.”
- “The music is a bit heavy-handed here in both theme and volume, making you think that some unimaginable horror will simply devour the little protagonist. The menacing score feels overwhelming, especially since the premise is more psychological than anything.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its intriguing world and effective integration of the world-flipping mechanic with puzzles. Players appreciate the art style and music, which enhance the mysterious ambiance, making exploration and storytelling compelling even beyond puzzle-solving. Overall, the atmosphere is described as simple yet captivating, drawing players into its unique universe.
- “The world-flipping mechanic played well with the puzzles and added to the atmosphere.”
- “I loved the atmosphere, the story, and the universe this game was set in. I spent most of my time not finishing puzzles, wondering if there was more about the world -- it was simple yet intriguing!”
- “Although the game looks fairly simple, the art style and music really fit with the mysterious atmosphere and settings.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is perceived as experimental and promising, suggesting that it may evoke a range of feelings despite its student project origins. Users appreciate its potential to deliver a unique emotional experience, even if it diverges from traditional wholesome narratives.