The Great Below

About

The Great Below is a single player action game. It was developed by Dobra Studios and was released on December 5, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In "The Great Below," you'll explore a creepy mansion and decipher cryptic puzzles to find a sacred artifact, while immersed in an unconventional mix of 2D and 3D visual storytelling. This avant-garde game redefines horror boundaries and challenges you to transcend reason before your mind succumbs to the abyss. Be prepared for a mind-bending journey driven by a secret society's hidden motives.

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Indie

Play Modes

Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

atmosphere6 positive mentions

The game features a deeply atmospheric journey with fitting music and audio that enhances the horror experience.
Puzzles are interesting and encourage exploration, making the gameplay engaging and thought-provoking.
The unique premise and presentation, combined with a haunting atmosphere, create a compelling experience for fans of puzzle and horror games.

The game is relatively short, with a full playthrough taking around 3 hours, which may leave some players wanting more.
While it has horror themes, some players noted that it lacks significant horror elements, which may disappoint those seeking a more intense experience.
There were reports of bugs towards the end of the game, including screen issues that required restarts.

atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive qualities, characterized by a fitting soundtrack and audio that enhance the experience. Reviewers note a tense, claustrophobic environment that evokes feelings of vulnerability and existential dread, contributing to a rich and evolving universe. While the horror elements may be limited, the overall ambiance effectively amplifies tension and engagement throughout the gameplay.
- “The great below offers a brief but focused horror experience, featuring a deeply atmospheric journey and a lot of creative ideas that will throw you for a loop and serve to steadily amplify the horror aspect throughout the game.”
- “The atmosphere of being watched and the claustrophobic and existential pressure that surrounds the game is chilling, and they create a rich and evolving universe that unravels in front of the player.”
- “The art and the music create a fantastic and dark atmosphere, and the exploration creates a sense of vulnerability that keeps you in constant tension.”
- “Besides the atmosphere, not much horror if that's what you are looking for.”
- “The atmosphere of being watched and the claustrophobic and existential pressure that surrounds the game is chilling.”
- “They create a rich and evolving universe that unravels in front of the player.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, contributing to a tense and claustrophobic experience. Reviewers highlight the awesome soundtrack and its role in creating a dark, immersive environment that heightens the sense of vulnerability during exploration. Overall, the combination of music and audio significantly elevates the game's overall ambiance.
- “It has an awesome soundtrack, and a tense claustrophobic atmosphere.”
- “The art and the music create a fantastic and dark atmosphere, and the exploration creates a sense of vulnerability that keeps you in constant tension.”
- “The puzzles were good, and I really liked the atmosphere, thanks to the fitting music and audio in general.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a short yet engaging puzzle experience infused with horror themes, featuring unique mechanics that are well-suited to its brief runtime, ensuring they remain fresh and do not become repetitive. Overall, the game's length is seen as a strength, aligning well with its price point.
- “A short puzzle game with horror themes and unique gameplay.”
- “It's relatively short runtime (while still being more than fitting its price) also serves as one of its strengths, making sure that its unique set of mechanics doesn't overstay their welcome.”
story
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The story is described as intriguing, with players feeling a strong compulsion to explore and uncover more information throughout the game.
- “The story is intriguing, and I felt compelled to keep digging for information!”