Stitched
- October 30, 2017
- FluffexStudios
- 10h median play time
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Get on itch.io Store"Stitched" is a single-player Horror Role Playing game with an intriguing story and outstanding visuals. You play as Catherine Stockholmes, an 18-year-old girl with a heart condition, who wakes up in a mysterious doll factory and must escape while avoiding terrifying fates. Along the way, you'll encounter a mysterious doll and a simple boy who are also searching for answers in the factory.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The art style is exceptional, with high-quality character sprites and grayscale CGs that stand out in the RPG Maker and indie game scene.
- The game features an engaging story with intriguing lore and well-developed characters, particularly the protagonist Catherine, who resonates with players.
- The puzzles are generally well-designed, providing a mix of challenge and satisfaction, and the atmosphere effectively enhances the horror experience.
- The writing suffers from numerous typos and a lack of originality, often feeling derivative of other horror games, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Gameplay can be frustrating due to poorly designed chase sequences and puzzles that sometimes feel overly cryptic or out of place, leading to tedious moments.
- The game has issues with navigation and visibility, particularly with blood stains on the floor that are hard to see, which can lead to unfair deaths.
- story108 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it engaging and well-crafted, particularly praising the character development and intriguing plot twists. However, some critiques highlight that the pacing falters towards the end, leading to a rushed conclusion that feels anticlimactic. Overall, while the narrative starts strong and captivates players, it may not fully satisfy by the time the game concludes.
“Nice setting and storyline that hooked me in.”
“The story is very good; it’s well written and interesting with good mystery that slowly reveals with notes and cutscenes.”
“The game has a good storyline and kept me intrigued and wanting to know more the entire time.”
“I have no more fun playing it, and I don't care much for the storyline, which is undeveloped and cliché.”
“The endings are so-so and a bit anticlimactic for the buildup the story delivers.”
“The story starts off strong, with many possibilities but drops off a bit later on.”
- gameplay50 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mix of puzzles and chase sequences, drawing comparisons to classic RPGs like Final Fantasy, but suffers from inconsistent mechanics and frustrating design choices, such as poorly timed tutorials and unpredictable enemy movements. While the art and atmosphere are praised, many players find the gameplay repetitive and marred by basic mechanical flaws, making it a challenging experience that may deter some. Overall, it has potential but feels rough around the edges, particularly in its execution of gameplay elements.
“During gameplay, it looks a lot like a modern version of the old Final Fantasy games.”
“The atmosphere and gameplay are very intriguing, and the artwork is beautiful.”
“In terms of gameplay, the game consists of puzzles and chase sequences.”
“The gameplay is very frustrating and there are constant math puzzles.”
“Gameplay-wise, my biggest complaint are the randomly roaming dolls that can kill you in seconds if you get cornered, which is difficult to avoid at times due to their unpredictable and sudden movements.”
“There are some other specific points with poor gameplay design, the biggest one to me being the big bear chasing you towards the end, how out of the blue it starts going faster part way through the chase, and you basically have to use speed pills.”
- graphics48 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their well-crafted art style, particularly in the cutscenes, which enhance the gothic and horror themes. While the visuals are not groundbreaking, they effectively complement the intriguing storyline and gameplay, featuring beautiful artwork and unique special effects. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, despite some unevenness in execution.
“A gothic theme, a dark story, and a whole bunch of puzzles and wonderful artwork.”
“The drawings and cutscenes have a great art style without being fussy or over the top.”
“The art style is great, especially with all the pictures you can unlock for gallery mode.”
“Not fantastic graphics, but, again, not supposed to be.”
“The art style is overall pretty, though uneven.”
“Whilst made in the RPG Maker engine, it's a puzzle game wrapped in the trappings of a horror aesthetic.”
- music24 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the creepy atmosphere and complement the survival horror theme, with many reviewers noting its fitting and immersive qualities. While it is primarily ambient, it effectively sets the mood and draws players into the story from the beginning. Overall, the music is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing positively to the overall experience.
“The story is very interesting and the music is perfect in my opinion.”
“Right from the start the music and story drew me in.”
“The music is mostly ambient, but personally, I think it serves its purpose.”
“The music complements well with the atmosphere, fitting the theme of a survival horror game.”
“There are lots of puzzles and it does have a creepy atmosphere to it, especially with the music.”
- atmosphere24 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its effective use of music and environmental design, creating a creepy and immersive experience that aligns well with its horror theme. While some players appreciate the tension and puzzles, others feel that loud jump scares detract from the overall ambiance. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a strong point, enhancing the game's narrative and keeping players engaged.
“The atmosphere of the game is really good and fits the theme of the game very well.”
“The horror atmosphere for the game is spot on; there are many moments that I felt scared of my surroundings.”
“The music complements well with the atmosphere, fitting the theme of a survival horror game.”
“I love it as an interesting game, but the loud screaming and jump scares really pull me away from the atmosphere.”
“Another complaint was the way it deals with resolution; I had to set my monitor to 1024x768 resolution in order for it to look good in full screen (because you don't play horror games windowed if you care about the atmosphere at all).”
“This game never makes you feel bored since there is always something to do and the scares are there with a decent atmosphere and jump scares as well.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly when repeatedly evading enemies like the bear and navigating through facilities. The repetitive nature of these tasks can lead to frustration, especially when trying to avoid obstacles like blood spots. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a significant drawback.
“The bear, for instance, you have to run from multiple times and after multiple attempts, it gets tedious.”
“I'll get there... gotta say I swore loudly when getting out of the facility; it appears to be as tedious as the facility itself.”
“My only complaint is that the blood spots on the ground can be a little tedious to avoid all the time.”
- character development4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a strong appreciation for the character design in the game, noting it as beautiful and well-executed. However, there is no specific mention of character development in terms of growth or narrative depth.
“I also love the character design of this game.”
“First off, this game has beautiful character designs.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by overly predictable writing and absurdly dark dialogue, such as villainous characters delivering lines like "I don't care about your baby," which some players find amusing. However, the reliance on cheap jumpscares and improbable diary entries detracts from the overall comedic effect, making it feel forced rather than genuinely funny.
“The humor in the game is delightfully absurd, with villainous characters delivering lines like 'I don't care about your baby,' which is just hilarious in the context of the horror.”
“The writing is predictably on-the-nose, but it adds to the charm, especially with diary entries that are oddly specific and absurd, like planning cannibalism.”
“The combination of cheap jumpscares and dark humor creates a unique experience that keeps you both on edge and laughing at the ridiculousness of it all.”
