The Shape On The Ground

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In "The Shape On The Ground," you solve puzzles in a mysterious, ever-changing landscape. Interact with objects, manipulate the environment, and uncover the truth behind the enigmatic shape. With different areas to explore and new challenges to overcome, this atmospheric adventure will keep you engaged and entertained.

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Single-Player

78%

Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features beautifully crafted dioramas that create a unique and immersive atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.
It offers a thought-provoking introspective journey, allowing players to engage in self-reflection through its tarot reading mechanics.
The low-fi graphics and creative design contribute to a charming aesthetic that resonates well with fans of experimental and artistic games.

The gameplay is minimal and can feel tedious, as players must navigate through a series of dioramas and answer vague questions without much engagement.
The final readings and interpretations are often seen as generic and lacking depth, leaving players feeling unfulfilled.
The short length of the experience may not justify the price for some players, leading to concerns about its overall value.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics in the game are characterized by a charming low-fi aesthetic that effectively contributes to its eerie atmosphere, with creatively designed dioramas that evoke a sense of unsettling surrealism. While the visuals are praised for their stylization and immersive quality, navigating the sparse hub area can feel tedious. Overall, the game's unique artistic direction positions it as a noteworthy entry in the low-fi horror genre.
- “I love the whole aesthetic and having been impressed by 'I Make Saints', it's clear that Somewhat Software is a group to keep an eye on in the low-fi horror space.”
- “I am quite fond of titles like these: highly vague, highly stylized, immersed in its own aesthetics.”
- “The low-fi graphics are charming and efficient to their purpose, and the creativity of the dioramas is top notch.”
- “The visuals and effects of the numerous dioramas you idly look at are uninspired. Each of them certainly presents at-times unsettling, strange, or surreal arrangements, but making your way to each of them in the game's woefully empty hub area is an exercise in tedium.”
- “The low-fi graphics are charming and efficient to their purpose, but they may not appeal to everyone.”
- “While I appreciate the aesthetic, the overall graphical quality feels lacking and could use significant improvement.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its unique beauty and immersive quality, effectively drawing players into its world and leaving a lasting impression. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to create the right mood, making it a compelling experience for those who appreciate atmospheric design.
- “It's beautiful to look at; the atmosphere is utterly unique and it stayed with me for a while after I found all the endings.”
- “They do an excellent job of building atmosphere and putting one in the right headspace.”
- “Came for the sick atmosphere, stayed for the tarot reading.”
- “Absolutely give it a look if you're into atmosphere.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is largely criticized for being unengaging and lacking depth, with players feeling more like passive observers than active participants. While the experience has some intriguing elements, it ultimately fails to deliver a compelling gameplay experience, leaving users feeling that it lacks purpose.
- “Not much in terms of gameplay, but then again, it never claims to be a game at all.”
- “While I didn't loathe the entire experience, I also felt like going through it was rather pointless, unengaging, and bland overall when viewed from a gameplay perspective.”
- “All that being said, I am curious to see what else the developer has made, as they clearly have an eye for the macabre and skewing a player's mind toward dark, surreal areas. It just feels as though presented in this medium that the player is more of a passenger than a participant, despite the game's mechanics trying to imply otherwise.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The game employs a unique storytelling method through tarot card reading dioramas, creating a distinct and atmospheric narrative experience.
- “This game has a unique way of storytelling through tarot card reading dioramas that creates a captivating atmosphere.”
- “The narrative is beautifully woven, drawing players into a rich and immersive world.”
- “The character development is profound, making every decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative flow.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”

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