Songs of Silence

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Songs of Silence is a single player and multiplayer role playing game. It was developed by Chimera Entertainment and was released on November 13, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Songs of Silence" is a fantasy 4X strategy game with deep, tactical gameplay and fast-paced autobattles. The game features a unique Art Nouveau-inspired graphical style and an engaging narrative. Players can delve into an extensive single-player campaign, as well as various multiplayer modes for endless replayability. The game explores a world where two human civilizations, Starborn and the defeated Firstborn, navigate their destinies in a world torn by the Gods' war.

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Audience ScoreBased on 866 reviews

story129 positive mentions

grinding15 negative mentions

The game features stunning art and visuals, creating an immersive experience.
The gameplay combines elements of turn-based strategy and auto-battler mechanics, offering a unique and engaging experience.
The voice acting and music enhance the storytelling, making the narrative compelling and enjoyable.

The campaign can feel linear and restrictive, with some missions requiring specific strategies that may frustrate players.
There are balancing issues, particularly with certain factions being overpowered compared to others.
The user interface can be cumbersome, making it difficult to access important information during battles.

story
380 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players praising its engaging characters, immersive world-building, and emotional depth, while others criticize it for being disjointed, overly simplistic, or lacking in depth. Many reviews highlight the beautiful visuals and strong voice acting that enhance the narrative experience, but there are also complaints about pacing issues, particularly with timed missions and a lack of strategic freedom. Overall, while the story has its strengths, it leaves room for improvement and expansion in future content.
- “The story unfolds gradually, told through environmental cues, discovered documents, and subtle dialogues that hint at a larger, darker truth.”
- “The campaign is filled with unexpected twists, keeping the story fresh and engaging from start to finish.”
- “The narrative unfolds through a series of compelling campaign missions and dynamic events, each shaped by player choices and interactions.”
- “But the story, unfortunately, is where the game starts to feel all over the place.”
- “The story is decent, but it doesn’t fully tap into the potential of the fascinating world they’ve created.”
- “The campaign is totally on rails, with a vague and tedious plot that you will tune out immediately if you value your sanity.”
gameplay
343 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Songs of Silence" is characterized by a blend of strategic planning and real-time auto-battles, utilizing a unique card mechanic that adds depth and variety to combat. While the game features engaging visuals and a rich narrative, many players feel that the core mechanics lack complexity and depth, leading to a somewhat shallow experience over time. Overall, the game offers a fresh take on the strategy genre, appealing to both newcomers and veterans, but it could benefit from further refinement and additional content to enhance its gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay is engaging, offering a unique mix of strategic planning and real-time decision-making that keeps you on your toes.”
- “Songs of Silence is a standout title that excels in both artistic presentation and gameplay innovation.”
- “The gameplay loop is fun and compelling, but is not the most complex strategy.”
- “The card mechanic, while aesthetically pleasing, is simply a visual replacement for standard icons or macros, lacking depth.”
- “The gameplay itself feels a little flat, with units and combat becoming repetitive and encouraging passive play.”
- “Despite the game's artistic beauty, the core gameplay lacks complexity and can feel overly simplified, leaving players wanting more depth.”
graphics
318 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Songs of Silence" are widely praised for their stunning art nouveau-inspired visuals, which create a captivating and immersive fantasy world. Players appreciate the intricate designs, vibrant colors, and the seamless integration of artwork with gameplay elements, making it a standout in the genre. Overall, the game's visuals, combined with a compelling soundtrack, significantly enhance the gaming experience, drawing players into its beautifully crafted universe.
- “The art style is beautiful - a real visual treat.”
- “The game has a gorgeous art style with a completely unique fantasy setting and worldbuilding I have not seen anywhere else before.”
- “The visuals and the universe created for this game are absolutely amazing and offer some unique artwork and units.”
- “Yeah, I've given this game a decent shot but it seems kind of shallow and tedious despite pretty graphics.”
- “The pretty art style drew me in, but as a strategy fan, I would say no to this game sadly.”
- “It is rare that a hand-drawn art nouveau style fits in with in-game 3D content, but 'Songs of Silence' does this very well; adding lots of tiny details that match the artwork's filigree brushwork (although the battles often come out way too pastel and bright).”
music
198 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Songs of Silence" has been widely praised for its enchanting and atmospheric qualities, composed by Hitoshi Sakimoto, known for his work on the Final Fantasy series. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack effectively enhances the game's epic and immersive experience, although some expressed a desire for more variety in the tracks to prevent repetition. Overall, the combination of beautiful music and stunning visuals contributes significantly to the game's emotional depth and engaging atmosphere.
- “The soundtrack is composed by the same artist behind Final Fantasy Tactics and Final Fantasy XII, perfectly fitting the game's warlike and epic atmosphere.”
- “The music is mesmerizing, sticking in my head long after I stopped playing, but it never felt repetitive or tiring.”
- “The atmospheric soundtrack composed by Hitoshi Sakimoto, known for his work on Final Fantasy Tactics and Valkyria Chronicles, complements the visuals perfectly and enhances the overall experience.”
- “What I didn’t like was that the musical accompaniment was boring and banal.”
- “The music is somewhat weaker in comparison, lacking not in cohesion but mostly missing some variety.”
- “The soundtrack, meanwhile, is well done if a smidge too repetitive—would love to see more music added by 1.0, because what’s here is quite good.”
atmosphere
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in "Songs of Silence" is widely praised for its immersive and emotionally resonant qualities, blending exploration, storytelling, and subtle horror elements. The art style, sound design, and evocative soundtrack—composed by notable artists—create a captivating world that balances realism with an otherworldly feel, enhancing the game's tension and emotional depth. Players appreciate the game's ability to evoke a range of emotions through its beautiful visuals and atmospheric music, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a rich, atmospheric adventure.
- “Songs of Silence, developed by Chimera Entertainment, is an atmospheric and emotionally resonant adventure game that masterfully blends exploration, storytelling, and subtle horror elements into a deeply immersive experience.”
- “The art style strikes a careful balance between realism and stylization, creating a world that feels tangible yet tinged with an otherworldly atmosphere.”
- “The haunting melodies and atmospheric soundscapes have an incredible ability to transport me deeper into the game world, evoking a whirlwind of emotions ranging from exhilaration to profound contemplation.”
- “Sound design is another highlight, reinforcing the game’s eerie and melancholic atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere in the game reminds me of Tolkien's and Warcraft stories with a spirit of adventure.”
- “A plethora of subtle to bold VFX add depth to the world and create an atmosphere that truly brings the game to life.”
replayability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability through its three distinct factions, eight campaign maps, and an endless skirmish mode with random map generation, providing around 20 hours of content. While the combat and visuals are praised, some players note that the lack of card diversity and certain gameplay elements may limit long-term engagement. Ongoing updates and additional content, such as new scenarios and quests, are expected to enhance replay value further.
- “Replayability: the game features three distinct factions (each with unique playstyles), eight campaign maps (offering about 20 hours of content), and an endless skirmish mode with random map generation.”
- “Beyond a very fun and enjoyable campaign, there's also the 'skirmish' mode which generates random maps to play on for long-term replayability.”
- “High replay value; with ongoing updates, procedural elements, and various factions to explore, the game offers significant replayability and evolving content.”
- “Overall, because the combat is enjoyable and the game does look absolutely beautiful, I rate this positively, but the replay value is poor unless you might be absolutely loving the game.”
- “It is early access and still needs a lot of quality of life improvements and some content for campaign and replayability.”
- “That being said, I've enjoyed my time with the game so far, though I'm curious to see the replayability when I get through the story.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players consistently find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and repetitive, often feeling that it detracts from the overall experience. Many reviews highlight the forced nature of grinding, with battles becoming monotonous and the campaign lacking engaging content, leading to frustration. Despite some attempts at innovation, the mechanics often feel shallow and overly drawn out, making the gameplay experience feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable challenge.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It feels tedious and recruiting an army takes a long time.”
- “The campaign is totally on rails, with a vague and tedious plot that you will tune out immediately if you value your sanity.”
- “Knowing you're going to lose a fight, but having to sit and wait for the fight to play through, just to fail and have to restart the story anyways, is rather tedious.”
optimization
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The optimization of the game is currently a significant concern, with many players reporting poor performance, particularly on higher-end hardware, and long turn times. While some users note that the game runs smoothly on older systems, overall feedback indicates that it requires substantial improvements to balance and performance, especially as it is still in early access. Players are hopeful for future optimization patches to enhance the experience.
- “A fresh, balanced, top-notch game that is both visually stunning and performs well.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and it runs smoothly.”
- “Even with older hardware, in my case a GeForce 650 GTX, the game runs smoothly.”
- “Optimization needs massive improvement; I initially thought this game would do great on mobile, until I realized my 3070m is running at 10-20 fps.”
- “Performance is pretty bad.”
- “Recommendation: staying at a no for now due to long turn times, but I'll revisit after optimization patches.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Songs of Silence" is praised for its atmospheric and emotionally resonant storytelling, effectively engaging players in the quest to uncover the fate of a missing child. The game combines exploration with subtle horror elements, creating a deeply immersive experience that evokes strong emotions during key moments. While the art and music contribute to a serene emotional atmosphere, some players found the pacing and voice acting inconsistent, impacting their overall enjoyment.
- “Songs of Silence, developed by Chimera Entertainment, is an atmospheric and emotionally resonant adventure game that masterfully blends exploration, storytelling, and subtle horror elements into a deeply immersive experience.”
- “Players become invested in uncovering what happened to a missing child named Anna, and this personal stake drives the emotional core of the experience.”
- “In conclusion, Songs of Silence is a beautifully crafted and emotionally impactful adventure that stands out for its atmospheric storytelling, evocative world, and thoughtful gameplay.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game excels in character development through its narrative-driven approach, which is enhanced by exceptional character and environmental design. Reviewers praise the solid storytelling and voice acting, noting that the attention to detail creates a rich visual and emotional experience. Overall, the character development is a standout feature that elevates the game beyond typical adventure or horror titles.
- “Its narrative-driven approach places a strong emphasis on mood and character development, setting it apart from more traditional adventure or horror games.”
- “Decent story setting and character development; the writers know their job and the voice acting is on point. I did not expect such a solid narrative outside of a triple-A title.”
- “The attention to detail in character design and environmental elements is exceptional, providing a visual feast that complements the game's narrative.”
- “The battles are primarily fought through a card deck mechanic or the creation of card decks with accompanying character development.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with some users praising its performance on high-end systems, while others report significant glitches, crashes, and AI inconsistencies that hinder gameplay. Many players express frustration with these issues and suggest waiting for updates to improve stability before making a purchase. Overall, the game is described as charming but buggy.
- “It looks and runs great on my 4K workstation.”
- “The game maintains a smooth frame rate even during intense action sequences.”
- “I've experienced no crashes or bugs, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “In conclusion, if I've written too much at length, the gameplay for the campaign and general battle has significant pain points and even outright glitches that may make the game incredibly frustrating.”
- “Crashed immediately; I don't feel like troubleshooting, to be honest, so I'll just wait for more updates that hopefully make it more stable before purchasing again.”
- “Users have reported glitches and AI inconsistencies that can detract from the overall experience.”
humor
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The humor in the game is highlighted by whimsical elements, such as a neutral plant army carrying flags, which adds a lighthearted and amusing touch to the overall experience.
- “It's hilarious to see a neutral plant army marching with flags!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the absurd situations the characters find themselves in!”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's monetization strategy has drawn mixed reviews, with some praising its dedication to quality over profit, while others criticize it for misleading pricing practices that violated FTC compliance by advertising a discounted early access price that was ultimately higher than the final release price.
- “Miles apart from that hyped, risk-averse, bloated, and monetization-happy mainstream development, this labor of love deserves success.”
- “Violated FTC compliance for misleading sales by changing their price at launch after advertising a discounted rate for early access, which in fact was more expensive than the price charged at release.”