- August 28, 2018
- Fellow Traveller
The Church In The Darkness
“The Church in the Darkness” takes the unsettling approach of realism. It’s convincing as a story of a 1970s cult, and Freedom Town is a chilling look inside an isolated cult in the middle of the jungles of South America.
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The Church in the Darkness is a top-down stealth game where you infiltrate a cult in a South American village. As a former law enforcement officer, you investigate the cult leaders' activities and decide the fates of its followers. The game features dynamic narrative elements, procedurally generated village layouts, and multiple outcomes, providing a fresh experience in each playthrough.











- The game features an intriguing premise centered around cult infiltration, with a unique setting that draws inspiration from real-life events like Jonestown.
- There are multiple endings and randomized elements that enhance replayability, allowing players to explore different outcomes based on their choices.
- The voice acting and art style are well-executed, contributing to an atmospheric experience that immerses players in the cult environment.
- The gameplay is often criticized for being clunky and unpolished, with basic stealth mechanics that can feel frustrating and repetitive.
- Many players found the AI to be simplistic, leading to predictable and unchallenging encounters that detract from the overall experience.
- The lack of a robust save system and the absence of meaningful consequences for player actions can make the game feel less engaging and immersive.
- gameplay77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
The gameplay has been widely criticized for its simplistic and repetitive mechanics, primarily revolving around basic stealth elements that feel dull and poorly executed. While the game offers an intriguing premise with multiple endings and randomized objectives, the core gameplay loop lacks depth and variety, leading to a stale experience. Many reviewers noted that the controls and overall mechanics need significant improvement to enhance player engagement and enjoyment.
“I recommend it - such a thoughtful game and compelling gameplay!”
“The voice acting is terrific and I really enjoy the stealth mechanic.”
“For the gameplay, it's simple, but I like searching everything to try to find some of the more unique equipment, like the alarm or the tranquilizer gun I got in the alpha - I think I have to replay to unlock it in this version.”
“Unfortunately, the gameplay is limited to a basic hide and seek or slaughter everyone game with very little interaction.”
“The gameplay is just absolutely appalling though, it's beyond redeemable.”
“Playing it again is not different; it's the same identical boring gameplay, and because of that, this game isn't worth its price tag at all, not even close to it.”
The Church in the Darkness (Nintendo Switch)
“The Church in the Darkness” takes the unsettling approach of realism. It’s convincing as a story of a 1970s cult, and Freedom Town is a chilling look inside an isolated cult in the middle of the jungles of South America.
80%The Church in the Darkness Review
The 1970s come to life in Richard Rouse III's passion project, but is that all that comes alive?
80%The Church in the Darkness review
The Church in the Darkness has created a story that makes you question the cult's motives with every playthrough. No game is the same, but even though their are some neat ideas, the technical issues can really hamper your enjoyment.
65%