SORE

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SORE is a single player action game. It was developed by Bazitov Mikhail and was released on October 5, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Mystical puzzle quest game in a gloomy minimalism style will tell you a story of a person who's got himself into a camera, and from which there is no way out it seems. Experimental gameplay diluted with a pinch of a philosophy, that's what Sore is.

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Audience ScoreBased on 156 reviews

humor7 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Atmospheric and immersive with dark, minimalist pixel art and effective sound design including rain and chilling effects.
Short and free game offering a unique, experimental escape-room style puzzle experience with some humor and philosophical undertones.
Easy to achieve 100% completion with interesting, albeit abstract, achievements that add a meta layer to the gameplay.

Gameplay is extremely short, cryptic, obtuse, and unintuitive causing frustration; many puzzles require trial, error, or guides to solve.
Finicky and unclear interaction mechanics with very small clickable areas leading to difficulty progressing without help.
Lack of meaningful story or satisfying ending; game feels incomplete or like an unfinished demo with minimal content and narrative.

gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Sore" is minimalistic and experimental, focusing more on atmosphere and emotion than traditional mechanics, which may not appeal to all players. While the core mechanics capture some interest, the experience is linear, short, and lacks variety or meaningful interaction, often feeling more like an interactive sound file than a conventional game. Enhancements such as diverse missions and clearer gameplay feedback could improve engagement.
- “Carefully crafted setting that keeps the gameplay interesting, and the minimalistic narrative adds a mysterious allure that sparks curiosity.”
- “Adding a variety of missions with diverse objectives would not only deepen the gameplay but also give you more reasons to keep exploring.”
- “Above all, it keeps its promise and offers experimental gameplay.”
- “It definitely isn't for everybody; it's focused more on making you think or feel something than gameplay, which is basically non-existent.”
- “On top of that, it features crude dark humour and almost no gameplay feedback.”
- “Broken achievements, very linear and boring gameplay.”
story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally considered minimal to lacking, with some users finding it simplistic or cryptic and others noting its absence altogether. While the game has a basic premise, it relies on minimal narrative elements and could benefit from deeper, more varied missions to enhance engagement. Overall, the story adds little complexity and may not be a strong motivating factor for players.
- “Simple short puzzle game with an alright story.”
- “The base story is immediately clear, but any additional information is either cryptic or fluff.”
- “A short plot for a short game: expect maybe 10 minutes of playing with a guide, quite more otherwise.”
- “The story seems to be missing and in a game like this, if there's no story there's no game.”
- “Cool premise, but once in the game I realized this is a game made of just Easter eggs with no story to speak of, and achievements that would be impossible without a guide.”
- “The base story is immediately clear but any information added on top of that is either cryptic or fluff.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their distinctive, minimalistic art style that effectively evokes emotion and atmosphere through vibrant, dark, or retro visuals. The combination of clever visual design, dynamic lighting, and immersive ambiance creates a unique and engaging experience that stands out, especially appreciated by fans of atmospheric and puzzle games.
- “The game shines with its distinctive art style, immersing you in a vibrant environment that encourages exploration and quick reflexes.”
- “Well made with simple clean graphics and nice sound, especially the title screen.”
- “The look and feel of Sore is dark and ominous with monochrome pseudo pixel visuals and crisp, chilling sound effects.”
- “Thoroughly minimal graphics that cleverly evoke emotion with what is present and written.”
- “The look and feel are dark and ominous with monochrome pseudo-pixel visuals and crisp, chilling sound effects.”
- “The only thing this game has going for it is the graphics.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a quick and easy 100% completion with humor that includes funny quotes and dark comedy. Its humor is quirky and philosophical, appealing particularly to those with a dark sense of humor, though it may not suit everyone. Overall, the humor adds a fun and engaging layer to the brief gameplay experience.
- “Very funny game with great quotes and quick, easy completion, perfect if you're looking for a short game to play in class.”
- “The game constantly questions the meaning of life, yet includes some humor through interactions with the guard.”
- “There was some humor in the game, and the first few minutes exploring the only room available was fun.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and minimalist qualities, often compared to a soothing rain soundtrack. Players find it enjoyable and integral to the experience, though some have noted technical issues requiring reinstalls to enable the music. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that enhances the game's ambiance.
- “The music and the rain are relaxing to listen to, and you also need to listen to it if you want the achievements.”
- “It is a fun time-waster and has a great soundtrack.”
- “I have to uninstall and reinstall to play with music on.”
- “The music and the rain is relaxing to listen to and you also need to listen to it if you want the achievements.”
- “Sore is a minimalist puzzle game that can also serve as a rain soundtrack.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a charming and minimalist design that creates a strong, memorable atmosphere. Its retro visuals and effective 2D style contribute to an engaging ambiance, making it highly recommended for fans of atmospheric and puzzle games.
- “A must play for the atmosphere alone.”
- “Very cute game, nice design with a very good atmosphere.”
- “Sore managed to be simple and 2D but atmospheric enough to be pretty memorable.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users indicate that grinding in the game is very demanding, often requiring extensive time and effort, to the point of needing a "second life" to complete it.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features dark and intense emotional content that may be unsettling for some players. It is best suited for those who can handle mature and heavy themes.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is notably poor, resulting in unexpected performance issues that detract from the overall experience.