TELEFORUM

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Journalist Walter Martins ended his life during the broadcast of “TELEFORUM”, a now-canceled TV program. You’re visiting the apartment of his widow - to console the grieving woman and shine some light on this awful story… But that’s not the main reason why you’re here. It’s all about the tape, isn’t it? Try to find out the truth and, PLEASE, ■■ NOT ■■■■■ ■■■■ ■■■■. This is important.FEATURES…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

91%

Audience ScoreBased on 738 reviews

story65 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game has an amazing atmosphere that effectively builds tension without relying on jump scares.
It's a unique and engaging experience with multiple endings that encourages replayability.
The visuals and sound design are well-executed, creating a creepy and immersive environment.

The story can be confusing and lacks a clear resolution, leaving players with many unanswered questions.
Replaying the game multiple times to unlock all endings can feel tedious and repetitive.
Some players may find the lack of traditional gameplay elements disappointing, as it leans more towards a visual novel format.

story
197 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Teleforum" is described as intriguing and atmospheric, with a mix of cryptic elements that engage players and encourage multiple playthroughs to uncover different endings and details. While many appreciate the unique narrative style and the unsettling ambiance, some find the plot confusing and lacking in depth, leading to mixed feelings about its overall execution. Overall, the game offers a compelling experience for those who enjoy piecing together a mysterious story, despite its brevity and occasional vagueness.
- “I really loved the story and how things changed each time I replayed the game.”
- “Set in a world where VHS tapes are the key to unlocking a chilling story, Teleforum asks you to dive into the fragmented and unsettling footage that details the final days of Walter, a man whose death seems to be wrapped in supernatural forces and unspeakable horrors.”
- “The story is very unsettling -- the more you think about it and piece little things together, the creepier it gets.”
- “The idea that someone came up with this story baffles me.”
- “The plot doesn't continue; you don't find out anything more than you do just by watching the trailer.”
- “The only sad part is, I don't get it; the story is way too confusing. I even watched videos on YouTube to figure out what's going on, and it seems even they don't have a clue about the story in this game.”
atmosphere
119 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its eerie, unsettling quality that immerses players in a tense and claustrophobic experience. Reviewers highlight the effective use of sound design, minimalist visuals, and a VHS aesthetic that enhances the psychological horror elements, creating a sense of dread without relying on jump scares. Overall, the game's atmosphere is considered its standout feature, making it a compelling experience despite some critiques regarding its brevity and narrative clarity.
- “The atmosphere this game creates is perfect for the genre, seeing as I was hunched over in my chair too scared to look behind me in my first playthrough as I did not know what to expect.”
- “This game skillfully blends unsettling atmospheres with mind-bending puzzles and a creeping sense of dread.”
- “The eerie sound design and minimalist visuals contribute to the tense, claustrophobic atmosphere, making each moment feel genuinely unnerving.”
- “No jumpscares but holy fuck, the atmosphere in this game is so unsettling.”
- “The atmosphere is legitimately eerie and uncomfortable throughout, while having an admirable amount of restraint.”
- “It’s full to the brim with atmosphere but rather vague with its story and short on actual dread, which is a shame since the potential for it here is unusually high.”
graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their unique VHS-style aesthetic and atmospheric visuals, which effectively enhance the horror experience. Players appreciate the seamless blend of live footage and graphics, contributing to a claustrophobic and unsettling atmosphere. Despite some minor glitches, the overall art design and sound effects are considered well-executed, making it a compelling choice for fans of experimental horror.
- “The eerie sound design and minimalist visuals contribute to the tense, claustrophobic atmosphere, making each moment feel genuinely unnerving.”
- “The blend of footage with the actual graphics of the game is near seamless.”
- “The atmosphere is always unsettling, the sound design made my hairs stand and the visuals made me not want to progress any further (in a good way) and of course the initial 'replayability' of experiencing different events/realities was the icing on the cake for making this an unforgettable experience.”
- “The graphics, music, and whole aura of the game redeemed it, but I was just hoping for a less confusing experience.”
- “The atmosphere is always unsettling; the sound design made my hairs stand on end, and the visuals made me not want to progress any further (in a good way).”
- “The visuals (even though I'm not sure how they were made) are great, even though I'm a little worried that they might have used AI tools for the characters (hope not).”
gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its minimalist mechanics and claustrophobic atmosphere, which create a tense experience, though it can feel repetitive and limited due to its reliance on point-and-click interactions and dialogue choices that lack significant impact. While some players appreciate the clever integration of achievements and the engaging story loops, others find the gameplay ultimately unsatisfying and incomplete. Overall, it offers a unique blend of narrative and exploration, appealing to those who enjoy story-driven experiences despite its shortcomings.
- “I genuinely cannot believe this is free; it is so good! The atmosphere, the story, the gameplay—it's all amazing.”
- “Such a well-crafted experience; there aren't many games that make me want to replay them just to see every possible outcome. This one incorporates that loop so well into the core gameplay, gives you enough variety in each pass through, and rewards exploration so much that I just had to.”
- “The claustrophobic movement and minimalist mechanics add to the unease, making every moment feel restrictive and tense.”
- “While the gameplay is limited to 'click and analyze' cutscenes, with many dialogue options that do not affect the outcome, the quick introduction of achievements related to different choices bolsters the interest to continue exploring the story.”
- “Your decisions mean nothing and the entire 'gameplay' consists of redoing the same thing all over again, but choosing different dialogue options.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as atmospheric and integral to the overall experience, enhancing the tone of discomfort and tension throughout. Reviewers appreciate the stripped-back soundtrack that evolves with gameplay, creating a compelling ambiance reminiscent of a VHS tape, while also noting its ability to maintain engagement despite a limited variety of sounds. Overall, the sound design is praised for its effectiveness in setting the mood and complementing the game's narrative, making it a standout feature.
- “Like much of the game, the sound design, and music in particular changes slightly with the ebb and flow of subsequent playthroughs and story beats.”
- “The game is great, the atmosphere and the music, along with the feeling of a VHS tape, adds something special, especially the weird glitches you see randomly when replaying the game.”
- “Great atmosphere, fantastic sound and background music, very compelling story.”
- “The theme song is the lament of the lonely game dev who spent their life savings for the best sampler they could get for their mom's garage studio, but they forgot the sampler for the game themselves.”
- “If I was forced to compare and contrast, I would describe the music and sounds as being close to no, I am not a human but more serviceable to the quieter atmosphere of the woman's apartment.”
- “The only creepy thing was the soundtrack; it felt like playing ChatGPT with premade answers.”
replayability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its high replayability, with players enjoying the opportunity to explore different story paths, uncover hidden details, and experience multiple endings. The engaging atmosphere, audio design, and visual elements enhance the desire to replay, making it a worthwhile experience for those looking to delve deeper into its mysteries. Many reviewers note that the game, despite its short length, offers enough content to warrant multiple playthroughs.
- “Absolutely brilliant interactive and cinematic horror story with fun replayability and Easter eggs scattered throughout.”
- “The atmosphere is always unsettling, the sound design made my hairs stand on end, and the visuals made me not want to progress any further (in a good way). The initial replayability of experiencing different events and realities was the icing on the cake for making this an unforgettable experience.”
- “Filled with mysteries and secrets, it offers the player replayability and requires observation to truly see all its hidden details.”
- “Worth checking out, only takes around 30 minutes to complete, but has some replay value for multiple endings and unlocking achievements.”
- “Some replayability to uncover more and more of the strange mystery.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often leading to frustration during repeated runs of dialogue and puzzles. While some appreciate the game's design enough to endure the grind, many feel it detracts from the overall experience.
- “While this approach works for the atmosphere, it can become tedious after a few runs, especially when replaying dialogue and puzzles.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It just becomes a tedious and repetitive grind of doing the same thing again and again, which just takes away from any positives I had with the first playthrough.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a blend of wholesome engagement and unsettling tension, creating a unique experience that evokes feelings of unease and confusion. While some players appreciate the surreal and disjointed narrative, others find it disorienting, leading to mixed emotional responses. Overall, the game successfully immerses players in its eerie atmosphere, prompting anticipation for a potentially terrifying resolution.
- “And yet, this is a wholesome, quality experience, fun to participate in; especially when you believe that some terrifying resolution is yet to come.”
- “Well made, creepy, immediately made me feel uneasy and engaged in the story.”
- “Not sure how much horror is really there, but it is very surreal and disjointed, which made me feel confused and gave me a bit of a headache.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is marked by occasional glitches that, while noticeable, contribute to its unique aesthetic and atmosphere. Despite these issues, players find the experience enjoyable, though some express a desire for a longer gameplay duration.
- “The game offers some nice graphics, although there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the humor in the game's unexpected and eerie presence on their PCs, describing it as a delightfully creepy experience that adds to its charm. The blend of humor and horror creates a unique atmosphere that resonates well with users.
- “I don't remember downloading this game (I probably did, but it's kind of eerily funny that such a creepy game 'magically creepypasta'd its way' onto my PC) and it is awesome!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the game's picture quality is praised for its clarity, many users believe that certain elements require further optimization and refinement to enhance the overall experience.
- “The picture quality of this game is very clear, and I believe many elements could benefit from further optimization.”
- “I feel that the picture quality of this game is very clear, but many aspects should have been redone and optimized.”