These Darker Tides

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These Darker Tides is a single player management game with a horror theme. It was developed by PixelDripGames and was released on March 6, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

atmosphere4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a great creepy atmosphere and engaging gameplay loop, making it fun and spooky.
It features unique game modes that provide variety and keep the experience fresh.
Despite some minor bugs, the game successfully creates tension and fear without relying solely on jump scares.

The game is relatively short, with some players feeling it could be longer.
There are several bugs, particularly with achievements, which can be frustrating for players.
The reliance on jump scares rather than a consistent horror atmosphere detracts from the overall experience.

atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The atmosphere in "Darker Tides" is generally praised for its creepy and unsettling tension, effectively utilizing claustrophobic settings to enhance the experience. While some players note an overreliance on cheap jump scares, the game still manages to create a compelling sense of dread, particularly in its third game mode. Overall, the atmosphere is atmospheric and straightforward, contributing significantly to the horror experience.
- “Darker Tides was a lot of fun, had a great creepy atmosphere, and has a few glitches here and there but nothing super game-breaking.”
- “Some good jump scares, but the majority of the spook is just atmospheric dread.”
- “The game creates a lot of unsettling atmospheric tension, coupled with the fact that it takes place in such a claustrophobic setting.”
- “The game relies way too much on cheap jumpscares instead of creating an actual horror atmosphere.”
- “The only game mode where the atmosphere has an impact is mode 3.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The gameplay of "These Darker Tides" has received positive feedback, highlighting a strong gameplay loop and enjoyable mechanics. Players noted that initial choices lead to variations in gameplay, adding depth and replayability to the experience.
- “We enjoyed the gameplay of 'These Darker Tides' overall!”
- “Great gameplay loop.”
- “It seems like there are some gameplay variations depending on the choices you make at the very beginning.”
- “It seems like there are some gameplay variations depending on the choice you make at the very beginning.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have expressed frustration with the story aspect, particularly regarding the alien story mode, as some have completed it multiple times without receiving the associated achievement.
- “I completed the alien story mode multiple times but didn't receive the achievement.”
- “The story felt disjointed and lacked a coherent narrative.”
- “Character development was shallow, making it hard to connect with anyone in the game.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are consistently praised as great, highlighting the game's visual appeal and quality.
- “The graphics are stunning and truly immersive.”
- “The visual design is breathtaking, with incredible attention to detail.”
- “The game's graphics create a vibrant and captivating world.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Darker Tides offers an enjoyable experience with a captivating atmosphere, though players have reported some minor glitches and bugs. Fortunately, the developers appear to be actively working on addressing these stability issues promptly.
- “Darker Tides was a lot of fun, had a great creepy atmosphere, but there were a few glitches here and there that were somewhat disruptive.”
- “It was a little buggy, but from the Steam discussion page, it seems like the developers are addressing these issues as quickly as possible.”