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Valley of Shadows

60%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
gameplay, optimization
79% User Score Based on 28 reviews

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Valley of Shadows is a short psychological horror game. The events take place in an ordinary American suburb, with an ordinary family man, but the events that happen to him are not quite ordinary.  The protagonist returns home to his family late at night after a hard day's work. But the house is empty, the wife and daughter suddenly disappeared somewhere, and a videotape left by a stranger on th…

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79%
Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews
story6 positive mentions
gameplay1 negative mentions
  • The game features a gripping story with unpredictable twists and great voice acting.
  • It has a unique horror aesthetic with atmospheric visuals that effectively build suspense.
  • Players found the game to be surprisingly enjoyable, with some moments that genuinely evoke fear.
  • The game is very short and lacks substantial gameplay, leaving players wanting more.
  • There are significant bugs and stability issues, with some players unable to progress due to missing options.
  • Navigation can be confusing, leading to moments of aimless wandering without clear direction.
  • story
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is praised for its unpredictability and gripping nature, with a well-built tension that keeps players engaged. However, some reviewers noted that unnatural dialogue detracted from the overall experience. The narrative unfolds gradually, leading to a heart-breaking and surprising conclusion that leaves players eager for the outcome.

    • “I love the story and what a heart-breaking end.”
    • “The story develops gradually and I promise you will not see the ending coming.”
    • “A gripping story.”
    • “The dialogue felt a bit unnatural, which kept removing me from the story.”
    • “The story is unpredictable.”
    • “The story develops gradually, and I promise you will not see the ending coming.”
  • gameplay
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is described as engaging and suspenseful, keeping players on the edge of their seats; however, it is criticized for being somewhat predictable and lacking in depth, with many users noting that it feels too short.

    • “Very short, had me on the edge of my seat, but a bit easy to predict, and not enough gameplay.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are praised for their impressive horror aesthetic, featuring a stylized, camcorder-like visual quality that enhances the overall atmosphere. Reviewers note the high graphic minimum, contributing to a visually engaging experience.

    • “The game has a great horror aesthetic and visuals.”
    • “Nicely stylized, with camcorder-esque visuals.”
    • “Great visuals and a great atmosphere.”
    • “The game requires a high minimum graphic setting to look decent.”
    • “The graphics are disappointing and require a high minimum setting to be acceptable.”
  • atmosphere
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its eerie quality that effectively builds suspense, complemented by impressive visuals that enhance the overall experience.

    • “Great visuals and a great atmosphere.”
    • “Very atmospheric.”
    • “Eerie atmosphere that builds suspense.”
    • “Eerie atmosphere that builds suspense.”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users reporting poor performance optimization, while others experience smooth gameplay on their systems.

    • “The game runs smoothly on my system.”
    • “The performance optimization is severely lacking.”
    • “The game suffers from poor performance optimization.”
    • “There are significant issues with performance optimization.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users consistently highlight the emotional impact of the game's story, particularly noting its heart-wrenching conclusion that resonates deeply with players.

    • “I love the story and what a heart-breaking end.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Many users express concerns about stability, noting that some releases are often plagued by bugs and lack polish, leading to a frustrating experience. This has resulted in a perception that purchasing these games is a gamble.

    • “I feel like you gamble on some of these releases because they end up being a generic, buggy mess.”

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