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Siren Head: The Siren's Forest

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50%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
graphics, gameplay
50% User Score Based on 287 reviews

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Siren Head: The Siren's Forest is a single player action game. It was developed by Gwydion LLyr Meredydd and was released on October 15, 2020. It received neutral reviews from players.

** disclaimer** This game was made over the summer holiday whilst at university because I had nothing else to do and wanted to know what a development and publishing cycle was like for an indy developed game. the game was rushed and there for the story is lacking and was purely an educational adventure for me. The game really isn't much and isn't well optimised and is honestly not worth your time,…

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Audience ScoreBased on 287 reviews
story15 positive mentions
graphics17 negative mentions

  • The game has impressive graphics for a free indie title, contributing to a creepy atmosphere.
  • There are moments of potential in the narrative that hint at a deeper story, particularly regarding the main character's dark past.
  • For a short experience, it provides some genuine scares and can be entertaining if approached with low expectations.
  • The game is plagued by bugs, clunky controls, and poor optimization, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
  • The narrative is underdeveloped and lacks emotional weight, making it difficult for players to connect with the story.
  • Despite being free, the game feels like a waste of time due to its short length and lack of meaningful content.
  • story
    50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its emotional depth and complexity, while others criticize it for being short, poorly written, and lacking coherence. Many reviewers express a desire for a more fleshed-out narrative and better integration with gameplay, indicating that while the story has potential, it often falls short of expectations. Overall, the game's narrative is seen as a highlight by some, but many feel it is undermined by technical issues and a lack of development.

    • “I'd give the story a solid 9/10; it made me laugh, cry, and cringe all at once.”
    • “It's intense, scary, and has a compelling story that leaves a lasting impression.”
    • “Beyond this, this game has a subversive, complicated story that comes up out of nowhere and hits you where you'd least expect it.”
    • “What did I just waste my time playing? I have played 3 Siren Head games from Steam and this by far was the worst. Where's the storyline or objective? Awakening, in my opinion, is the best Siren Head on Steam at the moment.”
    • “The storyline is a little garbage too, don't recommend it.”
    • “A bad game, the quality of the graphics is bad and the story is not long; you only need 20 minutes to complete it.”
  • graphics
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising their beauty and high detail, while others criticize them as dated, glitchy, or poorly optimized. Many players note that despite the visual appeal, technical issues such as crashes and poor performance detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a highlight for some, but a significant drawback for others, particularly in terms of optimization and consistency.

    • “Games' greatest strength: visual graphics.”
    • “The graphics are particularly noteworthy.”
    • “The visuals are amazing for a free game that is accessible for any player.”
    • “The graphics are severely dated, rivaling that of early PS3/X360 era releases.”
    • “The game has extremely poor optimization and graphics to the point where it's almost unplayable, because you can't see nearly anything due to the game's insanely poor and detail-lacking graphics.”
    • “I personally don't like this game, the graphics are pretty bad, it hurts my eyes!”
  • gameplay
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the gameplay has received largely negative feedback, with many users describing it as clunky, uninspired, and lacking immersion. While some appreciated the simple controls and potential of the concept, the execution fell short, leading to a frustrating experience characterized by bugs, poor mechanics, and a lack of engaging content. Despite a few positive notes on graphics and atmosphere, the consensus is that the gameplay is the game's weakest aspect, often described as boring and unrefined.

    • “Pretty short but with amazing graphics and really good gameplay and story.”
    • “The game's gameplay is first-person, and you'll be navigating through the forest with different methods like walking, running, driving trucks, and rowing boats.”
    • “The art style is really dark, but it adds to the atmosphere and the gameplay.”
    • “Visuals are dated, gameplay feels uninspired, and the narrative fails to build any tension or emotional weight.”
    • “The gameplay felt clunky and had no real immersion, which dilutes the experience.”
    • “Awful gameplay, boring and not scary.”
  • atmosphere
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its chilling and immersive qualities, with many reviewers noting the impressive visual elements and authentic sound design that enhance the experience. However, some criticisms arise from technical issues and inconsistent audio, which can detract from the overall ambiance. Despite these flaws, the game's dark art style and eerie settings effectively create a compelling atmosphere that resonates with players.

    • “For a project that was realized within a short summer period, the visual elements are impressive and significantly contribute to the atmosphere and feel of the game.”
    • “The art style is really dark, but it adds to the atmosphere and the gameplay.”
    • “Well... it is a 20 minutes walking simulator with no gameplay and a mildly scary atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere is chilling, starting you off in a creepy, dimly lit house.”
    • “This was atrocious, the camera behaves like the main character is on meth/drunk, the beast itself only shows up at the end just to earrape you with his 144p sirens, there's no atmosphere, no build up to make you feel at least unnerved.”
  • music
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its atmospheric and creepy qualities that enhance the experience, while others criticize it for being generic or poorly integrated with the game's tone. Despite some positive remarks about the soundtrack, many users feel that the overall sound design does not compensate for the game's other shortcomings. Overall, while the music can be effective in creating tension, it is not universally praised and is often overshadowed by other issues in the game.

    • “Getting chased by a loud monster playing my dad's favorite music, truly terrifying.”
    • “The music and sounds are really creepy especially later on in the game.”
    • “For a small indie game, it's a 10/10. The music and sound effects make the game pretty good; I hope for a part 2.”
    • “Just the textures look horrible along with the assets and the stock music does not mix with the tone, and the game was so laggy for me!”
    • “Ps2 graphics, glitchy camera, not much of a story whatsoever, annoying camera blinking, sounds and music you've heard many times before, plus several other things I could gripe about.”
    • “There is absolutely no music whatsoever, there is no insight on the character you are playing as, you can barely even see anything even if you have the flashlight or the headlights on, and the environment and tone of the game was just boring.”
  • optimization
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization is widely criticized, with reviewers noting severe performance issues, including fluctuating framerates and poor graphics quality. Many players describe it as a "glitch-ridden mess" that detracts from the overall experience, indicating a need for significant improvements in optimization to enhance gameplay and visual clarity. While some see potential in the game's story, the current state of optimization is deemed unacceptable.

    • “I personally had a few issues with frames, which makes me think that the game is not 100% optimized, but it did not affect the gameplay too much.”
    • “Good, but a little unoptimized.”
    • “It is an unoptimized, glitch-ridden mess that only served as a training course for the developer to (hopefully) one day create projects of actual value.”
    • “The optimization is devastatingly poor, with framerates wildly flipping anywhere from the 20s all the way up to the 70s.”
    • “Its starting with a cool story, but the game is not optimized... not good graphics... and if you put it up to the best graphics I got 10 fps, and no, it's not my PC that has bad performance... see a good future for this game, but it needs to get optimized better.”
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a standout feature, eliciting a range of emotions from players, including laughter and nostalgia. Many found the comedic moments, such as the absurdity of the character throwing large objects and the amusing boat scene, to be genuinely funny and memorable. Overall, the blend of humor with a slightly ominous atmosphere creates a unique and entertaining experience.

    • “I'd give the story a solid 9/10; it made me laugh, cry, and cringe all at once.”
    • “The game had a nice ominous atmosphere, with the cramped rainy streets, the weird crackling towers in the woods, and the thought that maybe any tree was really you-know-who... but when he appeared toward the end and yeeted those giant shipping crates/buses into the stratosphere... I laughed out loud, it looked so funny!”
    • “When you're in the boat scene, you must avoid the grass or you get stuck which was hilarious.”
  • stability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent glitches, frame rate drops even on high-end PCs, and overly bright visuals that detract from the experience. While it maintains some suspense, the bugs and clunky mechanics undermine the overall gameplay, making it less engaging and immersive.

    • “The protagonist stumbles, stutters, and glitches his way through the levels; also, the torch is way too bright and washes out everything.”
    • “One of my main concerns is the frame rate (even for a high-end PC) can be very buggy, and the sensitivity on the mouse can be a bit overwhelming.”
    • “This game is still very buggy and builds a lot of suspense, but when you are actually being chased, it just seems very basic and doesn't haunt you.”
  • emotional
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is mixed; while some players found the narrative to evoke strong feelings, including laughter and tears, others criticized the lack of tension and emotional depth. The ending received praise for its wholesome nature, but technical issues and dated visuals detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the game elicits a range of emotions, from joy to frustration, but its execution leaves room for improvement.

    • “Overall 9/10 on the story, I laughed, I cried, I had nightmares, and best of all, I learned a lesson.”
    • “And the ending was nice and wholesome because me and my boy Siren Head.”
    • “The game had the vibe, and while the camera movement was cool, it made me feel intoxicated. The constant glitch effects were annoying, but the graphics were good, especially the water effect that made it seem like I was staring into a camera.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to fully engage with it.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
    • “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
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Siren Head: The Siren's Forest is a action game.

Siren Head: The Siren's Forest is available on PC and Windows.

Siren Head: The Siren's Forest was released on October 15, 2020.

Siren Head: The Siren's Forest was developed by Gwydion LLyr Meredydd.

Siren Head: The Siren's Forest has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Siren Head: The Siren's Forest is a single player game.

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