Tangles - تشابك

89%
Game Brain Score Based on 76 reviews
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History, Truth, DreamsIn the heart of an isolated island, a deserted camp sets the stage for a mysterious military mission. A team of 8 soldiers arrive for this mission. During the first days of training for the mission, Soldier Basel sustains a serious injury that leads him to a prolonged coma. Upon awakening, he discovers a startling reality – all those in the camp have vanished, leaving behind …

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89%
Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews
story10 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions
  • The game features impressive graphics and a well-developed atmosphere, making it visually appealing.
  • It's a short, free-to-play experience that offers a decent story and some enjoyable jump scares.
  • The gameplay is simple and accessible, making it suitable for players looking for a quick horror experience.
  • The game lacks originality, with many ideas feeling borrowed from more well-known titles, leading to a predictable experience.
  • Puzzle-solving mechanics are overly simplistic, which may frustrate players seeking a greater challenge.
  • The game is very short, often feeling more like a demo than a full game, and lacks replay value due to the linear gameplay.
  • story18 mentions

    The game's story is generally well-received, described as interesting and engaging despite its brevity, with most players noting it can be completed in about 30 minutes. While the atmosphere and graphics enhance the experience, some reviewers feel the gameplay is too linear and lacks exploration, making it feel more like a demo than a full game. Overall, the story has potential for expansion, with many hoping for a more developed version in the future.

    • “The plot is good and easy to understand, and there are moments of poop-your-pants spookiness.”
    • “The graphics, sound, and location are well-developed, there are quite a lot of notes and documents revealing the story, in general, the atmosphere of the game is pleasant.”
    • “It was a pretty short game (about 30 mins) with good atmosphere and an interesting story.”
    • “30-minute story game.”
    • “Story-wise, it was okay and fine, I suppose. Nothing too crazy going on; it felt like a demo, in all honesty.”
    • “It's a bit anticlimactic; having something that was an actual threat to the main character would have gone a long way for this game. I tried to look everywhere, but according to the achievements, I missed about everything, so I'm not sure if I got the full story or scares or not.”
  • graphics12 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, atmosphere, and integration with gameplay. The visuals are described as solid and well-developed, contributing to an enjoyable experience, particularly in dark settings that enhance jump scares. However, some players noted that the game's small environment may limit the visual experience, and the gameplay itself can feel formulaic despite the appealing graphics.

    • “Superb graphics, great system performance, and an overall enjoyable story.”
    • “The graphics, sound, and location are well-developed; there are quite a lot of notes and documents revealing the story. In general, the atmosphere of the game is pleasant.”
    • “Good graphics, good jump scares if played in the dark and with headphones on, catchy story!”
    • “The visuals and atmosphere are decent, but the gameplay is formulaic.”
    • “The graphics, sound, and location are well-developed, but the overall presentation feels outdated.”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, with puzzle-solving mechanics that may frustrate experienced players due to their ease. While the graphics and atmosphere are praised, the core gameplay primarily involves exploration and item collection, with additional content like secret documents and achievements enhancing replayability. Overall, it offers a straightforward experience that aligns with the genre, though it may lack depth for those seeking a greater challenge.

    • “The actual gameplay was good and the graphical settings were well done.”
    • “I liked the graphics and the concept; the gameplay is simple but it fits these types of games.”
    • “Really excellent gameplay, atmosphere, and aspect of horror truly remarkable; never expected less from the studio.”
    • “The puzzle-solving mechanics are overly simplistic, often treating the player like a child by presenting solutions that are too easy to figure out, which can be frustrating for more experienced players looking for a challenge.”
    • “Gameplay is pretty simple; it's a walking simulator with finding items to unlock the next objective. There are 5 secret documents that you can find after finishing the main game by replaying it.”
    • “The game also has secret documents and achievements, which add more gameplay.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its well-developed graphics, sound, and immersive storytelling through notes and documents, creating a pleasant and engaging experience. Many reviewers highlight the excellent horror elements and suspenseful ambiance, although some note that the gameplay can feel formulaic. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “The graphics, sound, and location are well-developed; there are quite a lot of notes and documents revealing the story. In general, the atmosphere of the game is pleasant.”
    • “Really excellent gameplay, atmosphere, and aspect of horror truly remarkable; never expected less from the studio.”
    • “The game has a super spooky atmosphere and it does a great job of setting up the story and suspense.”
    • “The visuals and atmosphere are decent, but the gameplay is formulaic.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    The game has limited replayability, primarily due to the absence of collectibles on the first playthrough, which necessitates a second run for completionists. While there are achievements and secret documents to pursue, the overall replay value is considered low.

    • “A bit annoying though as collectibles do not appear on a first playthrough, which forces you to play it a second time if you care for that, and it's not exactly a game with replay value.”
    • “It does have some replayability to it in the form of getting all the achievements and secret documents.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it boasts superb graphics and great system performance, players criticize the unoptimized small map that leads to repetitive gameplay, along with poor AI voice quality and a lack of engaging scares.

    • “Superb graphics, great system performance, and an overall enjoyable story.”
    • “Puzzles that consist of walking back and forth across an unoptimized small map, awful AI voices, and a complete lack of any scares.”
    • “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, making it frustrating to navigate through poorly designed environments.”
    • “Performance drops significantly in certain areas, which detracts from the overall experience and immersion.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game is largely stable, with minimal bugs affecting gameplay. However, some players have encountered occasional issues that may disrupt their experience.

    • “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
    • “I haven't encountered any bugs, which makes for a seamless experience.”
    • “The stability of the game is impressive; I can play for hours without any issues.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is noted for being solid and engaging, complementing the graphics effectively, while enhancing the overall atmosphere, particularly during jump scares.

    • “A short, interesting game with solid graphics and captivating background music that enhances the overall experience.”
    • “The background music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous over time.”
    • “While the graphics are solid, the music fails to create an engaging atmosphere, leaving the experience feeling flat.”
    • “The soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gameplay, which is disappointing for a game that relies on audio cues.”
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