Swallow The Blue: Remastered

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Swallow The Blue: Remastered is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by Euphoric Brothers and was released on January 18, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

An eerie horror game set in a weird hotel plagued with bizarre beings and interesting characters. The game utilizes a never-used before environment alongside brand new horror mechanics, one of a kind graphics/art style, and an unnerving story with rich lore to create a unique experience for players.

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

story5 positive mentions

stability12 negative mentions

The game creates a creepy and suspenseful atmosphere with unique mechanics and interesting lore.
The graphics and art style are well-executed, contributing to the overall eerie vibe of the game.
It's a free game that offers a fun and mysterious experience, making it worth a try for horror enthusiasts.

The game is plagued by frequent crashes and bugs, making it nearly unplayable for many users.
Dialogue is often slow and unskippable, leading to a tedious gameplay experience.
Controls can be clunky and uncomfortable, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.

stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is severely compromised, with frequent freezes and crashes occurring during various actions, such as moving or pressing keys. Players report constant glitches that disrupt gameplay, making it difficult to enjoy the experience despite some interesting mechanics. Overall, the game is described as too buggy and janky, requiring significant fixes to improve stability.
- “In this version, if you do this or that, the game freezes.”
- “Crashes or freezes regularly, and you will die instantly at weird and unpredictable times.”
- “Game freezes for seemingly no reason.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
33%
25%
The story is generally regarded as intriguing and unique, with a strong atmospheric presence that enhances the horror experience. However, some players feel it lacks clarity and depth, suggesting that while the concept is original, it could benefit from more development and guidance, particularly in puzzle-solving. Overall, the narrative is appreciated for its rich elements, but technical issues and inconsistencies detract from its potential impact.
- “The concept itself was original and the story was unique, although it feels like there could have been much more. The game itself feels like you're in some sort of cross between an odd Twin Peaks/Soundgarden (Black Hole Sun) music video, where everything is slightly unnerving and layered with a feeling that makes you a bit uncomfortable, like something seriously bad is about to go down, but it fizzles out.”
- “The rich story, the graphics, the jumpscares... it's amazing.”
- “The graphics and storyline are amazing.”
- “Somewhat buggy, and I don't think the story is all that good.”
- “Not sure if that's supposed to happen, but I'm guessing it doesn't because nothing is added to the story from it.”
- “It is not exactly a clear-cut story, but I do not mind the vibes.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The gameplay has received mixed feedback, with players appreciating the unique mechanics, such as closing the eyes to avoid detection, but feeling that these features are underutilized. While the atmosphere and story are engaging, issues like glitches and random crashes detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, many find the gameplay enjoyable and innovative, particularly in the horror genre.
- “The mechanics to this game were different, and the whole idea of closing your eyes to avoid detection was a nice feature.”
- “I have never seen any horror mechanics like this, and I think they are one-of-a-kind.”
- “The gameplay, the artwork, atmosphere, characters, the story, lore, music, sounds.”
- “Uncomfortable mechanics”
- “If you ever have the chance, please fix the glitches, and maybe consider the comments on the mechanics.”
- “I was questioning the mechanics and gameplay up until the point that I got freaked out.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The atmosphere of "Swallow the Blue" is widely praised for its creepy and suspenseful qualities, enhanced by strong sound design and engaging visuals. Players appreciate the game's mystical lore and immersive soundtrack, which effectively draw them into the experience. However, some reviewers note that while the atmosphere is compelling, there are gameplay flaws that detract from the overall experience.
- “The sound design, music, and levels all complement each other and create a fantastic atmosphere. Well done.”
- “If Swallow the Blue did one thing right, it's that it succeeded in creating a creepy, suspenseful atmosphere with mystical lore and the like.”
- “The soundtrack, if you can call it that, was absolutely spot-on and really brought me into the atmosphere created by the visuals and dialogue.”
- “The gameplay, the artwork, atmosphere, characters, the story, lore, music, sounds.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The graphics of the game are praised for their grotesque and beautiful retro art style, contributing significantly to the overall atmosphere and storytelling. While some reviewers note that the art style isn't entirely unique, it effectively enhances the horror and mystery elements of the game. The combination of visuals and sound design creates an immersive experience that captivates players.
- “Amazing game, short, mysterious, and beautiful retro graphics.”
- “The rich story, the graphics, the jumpscares... it's amazing.”
- “The graphics and storyline are amazing.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel less immersive.”
- “The character models look stiff and unpolished, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to capture the horror theme effectively.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to create a unique and unsettling atmosphere that complements the grotesque art style and engaging gameplay. Reviewers note that the soundtrack enhances the overall experience, immersing players in a world that feels both thrilling and unnerving. Overall, the sound design effectively ties together the game's visuals and narrative, contributing significantly to its eerie ambiance.
- “The credit music is also absolutely wonderful!”
- “It is a really unique and exciting horror puzzle game, with grotesque art style and thrilling background music.”
- “The concept itself was original and the story was unique (although it feels like there could have been much more) the game itself feels like you're in some sort of cross between an odd Twin Peaks/Soundgarden (Black Hole Sun) music video, where everything is slightly unnerving and layered with a feeling that makes you a bit uncomfortable, like something seriously bad is about to go down, but it fizzles out.”
- “The soundtrack, if you can call it that, was absolutely spot-on and really brought me into the atmosphere created by the visuals and dialogue.”
- “The gameplay, the artwork, atmosphere, characters, the story, lore, music, sounds.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players appreciate the monetization model of many free-to-play games, highlighting that they can enjoy the experience without any financial commitment, as these games do not incorporate in-app purchases. This approach encourages users to try the games risk-free.
- “With most of the completely free-to-play games I've played, I believe it's free, so get it and give it a try... it doesn't cost you anything.”
- “The monetization model is fair and allows players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content, making it accessible for everyone without mandatory purchases.”
- “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money just to enjoy basic features.”
- “It's frustrating that essential game mechanics are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
- “The constant barrage of ads and prompts to purchase in-game currency detracts from the overall experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when having to repeat sections due to minor mistakes, which can lead to frustration and doubts about continuing. However, some feel that persevering through this grind ultimately pays off for a rewarding experience.
- “Having to redo certain parts of the game after making a slight error is tedious and raises questions about whether it's worth continuing to play.”
- “The grinding feels excessive and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “I found the repetitive nature of grinding to be frustrating, making it hard to stay engaged with the story.”

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Swallow The Blue: Remastered is a casual action adventure game.

Swallow The Blue: Remastered is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Swallow The Blue: Remastered was released on January 18, 2021.

Swallow The Blue: Remastered was developed by Euphoric Brothers.

Swallow The Blue: Remastered has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

Swallow The Blue: Remastered is a single player game.

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