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Soul Mates

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98%Game Brain Score
story, atmosphere
gameplay, monetization
98% User Score Based on 58 reviews

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Soul Mates is a single player survival simulation game with horror, romance and drama themes. It was developed by Sad Panda Studios and was released on October 10, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Soul Mates is a point-and-click survival horror game where you investigate an abandoned manor to find your missing friend amid hostile ghosts and supernatural threats. Navigate dark, chilling environments while managing your sanity against psychic attacks from malevolent spirits. Survival hinges on stealth, quick thinking, and a surprising connection with a seemingly cute ghost.

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews
story7 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features fantastic artwork and a creepy atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
  • The storytelling is genuinely intriguing, combining dark themes with humor and emotional character arcs.
  • The puzzles are fun and engaging, providing a good balance of challenge while keeping the gameplay relaxed.
  • The game is currently in early access and feels incomplete, with limited content available at this time.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, such as needing to click on items precisely, can lead to frustration and softlocks.
  • The endings for the characters may feel unsatisfactory, leaving players wanting more depth and resolution.
  • story
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is praised for its intriguing haunted house narrative, featuring charming characters like Mary and Lydia, whose simple yet poignant backstories enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of horror and sweetness, with a touching exploration of themes like friendship and loss, although some express a desire for longer story arcs and more satisfying endings. Overall, the writing and artwork contribute to a captivating atmosphere that keeps players engaged and eager for future updates.

    • “The characters are fun and enjoyable with simple yet sad backstories, along with connecting a story together about the mansion, which I hope to see expanded on in future updates.”
    • “I really liked exploring the old house while searching for my friend Erica. The atmosphere is creepy but not too scary, and the story of the first ghost is touching once you help her remember her past.”
    • “The tone begins with horror, then shifts to sweetness, and ends on melancholy as they leave you to carry on your mission alone.”
    • “The story so far and all the silliness... and then being hit with the heartbreak to boot!”
    • “Its good but less than an hour to finish the story of two girls, please make it longer in the full game.”
    • “The tone beginning with horror, then shifting to sweetness, then ending on melancholy as they leave you to carry on your mission alone.”
  • atmosphere
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is widely praised for its creepy yet engaging quality, effectively creating a spooky environment that enhances exploration and storytelling. Players appreciate the well-crafted settings and the balance between horror elements and a lighthearted narrative, making it enjoyable even for those who typically avoid gore. The use of dim lighting and immersive mechanics further contributes to a captivating experience, particularly when played in a dark setting.

    • “The environments are well made and do a great job of making a spooky atmosphere, even if the game itself really isn't all that scary.”
    • “I really liked exploring the old house while searching for my friend Erica. The atmosphere is creepy but not too scary, and the story of the first ghost is touching once you help her remember her past.”
    • “The game is very atmospheric, and I recommend playing it at night, in the dark.”
    • “The atmosphere in 'Soul Mates' can definitely be creepy, and I love that about it.”
    • “The atmosphere is creepy but not too scary, and the story of the first ghost is touching once you help her remember her past.”
    • “I do like the theme of horror and spooky atmospheres.”
  • humor
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever puns, hilarious dialogue, and a unique blend of comedy with spooky elements. Players appreciate the emotional depth of the backstories and the clever references to other games, contributing to an overall entertaining atmosphere. The combination of adorable and funny writing enhances the gameplay experience, making it both enjoyable and memorable.

    • “Funny and cool and a little spooky here and there.”
    • “I love the little horror mixed with humor <3”
    • “The dialogue options were hilarious, the backstories were emotional and tragic, and the references to other games were spot on.”
  • graphics
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are highly praised for their excellent artwork and immersive atmosphere, contributing significantly to the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the art style's quality and its ability to enhance gameplay, particularly during exploration and puzzle-solving. The combination of great visuals and intuitive puzzle design creates a captivating environment for players.

    • “The puzzle elements are neat and offer enough variety to keep the gameplay interesting; also, the artwork is excellent, which is a huge factor for my immersion.”
    • “A fun little point-and-click story with really great (and spooky) artwork.”
    • “Fantastic artwork, great atmosphere, and fun puzzles that are actually intuitive (imagine that in a puzzle game!).”
  • gameplay
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is praised for its superb atmosphere and horror elements, enhanced by engaging point-and-click mechanics. However, some players desire a greater emphasis on the scare factor and a more active management of the sanity meter as they progress through the game.

    • “The atmosphere and horror elements are superb, and the point-and-click mechanics bring a refreshing change of pace.”
    • “Personally, I'd like to see the scare factor being dialed up higher or to have the sanity meter be more of an active mechanic to be managed as we go deeper into the house.”
    • “Personally, I'd like to see the scare factor dialed up higher or have the sanity meter be a more active mechanic to manage as we go deeper into the house.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
    • “I found the controls to be clunky and unresponsive, which really detracted from the overall experience.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization approach of Sad Panda's early access titles is viewed positively, with players appreciating the developers' passion and commitment to storytelling rather than perceiving it as a cash grab. Users express excitement for future content and trust in the developers to make thoughtful decisions regarding the game's development.

    • “The monetization in this game feels excessive and detracts from the overall experience. It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls.”
    • “I appreciate the effort put into the game, but the constant push for in-game purchases makes it hard to enjoy without feeling pressured to spend more money.”
    • “While the game has potential, the monetization strategy is disappointing. It feels like a cash grab rather than a genuine attempt to enhance the gameplay.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted through well-executed designs that balance horror and cuteness, particularly exemplified by Sad Panda, whose charming dialogue complements the spooky atmosphere. This blend enhances the overall engagement with the characters, making them memorable and visually appealing.

    • “The character designs are wonderfully executed — both in their horror and cute forms.”
    • “Sad Panda mixes their cute character design and dialogue with a well-drawn spooky environment.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality, with players noting its ability to engage and entertain, as exemplified by the enjoyable piano puzzle feature that encourages exploration. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the gaming experience and stands out as a highlight in each installment.

    • “The music always shines with each game they make.”
    • “I got distracted for about twenty minutes just playing random songs on the piano puzzle, which was one of many neat features in this game.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game effectively blends a creepy atmosphere with emotional storytelling, particularly through the touching backstory of the first ghost, which resonates with players. The dialogue options add humor, while the tragic narratives enhance the overall emotional depth, making the exploration feel meaningful.

    • “I really liked exploring the old house while searching for my friend Erica. The atmosphere is creepy but not too scary, and the story of the first ghost is touching once you help her remember her past.”
    • “The dialogue options were hilarious, the backstories were emotional and tragic, and the references to other games were spot on.”
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Soul Mates is a survival simulation game with horror, romance and drama themes.

Soul Mates is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Soul Mates was released on October 10, 2025.

Soul Mates was developed by Sad Panda Studios.

Soul Mates has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Soul Mates is a single player game.

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