VILLAGE THE SIBERIA

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VILLAGE THE SIBERIA is a single player simulation game. It was developed by VikTor and was released on November 29, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

You play the role of a boy in an ordinary family that lives in Siberia. In a series of mysterious events, something terrible happens, and a parasite appears that uses people as carriers. Your goal is to find out who you can trust in your family and which family members are not infected. If you stay in the house with one of them, something terrible could happen ... so think about who you can trust …

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

emotional1 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game effectively creates a tense atmosphere through its snowy environment and psychological horror elements, making players feel isolated and vulnerable.
The narrative focuses on intimate horror, exploring themes of trust and paranoia within a family, which adds emotional depth to the experience.
Despite its short runtime, the game offers a unique slow-burn horror experience that may resonate with players who appreciate introspective storytelling.

The game is criticized for being an asset flip, lacking originality and depth, with many assets sourced from the Unreal Marketplace without proper credit.
Technical issues, such as a low resolution cap and uncustomizable controls, detract from the overall experience and accessibility for players.
The gameplay is overly simplistic and brief, leaving players wanting more interactivity and depth, making it feel more like a hobby project than a polished game.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Village the Siberia" emphasizes first-person exploration and narrative progression over complex mechanics, focusing on atmosphere and psychological tension. While its simplicity encourages careful observation and decision-making, some players may find the experience lacking in depth and variety, particularly those expecting more action or frequent scares. The game is designed for a short, immersive session, appealing to fans of slow-burn horror but potentially disappointing those looking for more dynamic gameplay elements.
- “Gameplay centers on first-person exploration, light investigation, and narrative progression.”
- “The mechanics are deliberately simple, encouraging careful observation rather than reflex-driven action.”
- “Decisions about whom to trust and how to interpret subtle changes in behavior form the core tension, even if these choices are not always mechanically deep.”
- “For others, especially those expecting frequent scares or varied gameplay, these quieter stretches can feel drawn out or underdeveloped.”
- “The experience is relatively short, designed to be completed in a single sitting, which helps prevent its limitations from becoming overwhelming but also leaves little room for mechanical or narrative evolution.”
- “This approach will resonate strongly with players who appreciate slow-burn horror and introspective storytelling, but it may disappoint those seeking intense survival mechanics or frequent enemy encounters.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is told from the perspective of a young boy whose ordinary life is disrupted by a mysterious parasitic infection, creating a slow-burn horror experience that emphasizes introspective storytelling over action. While it resonates with fans of atmospheric indie horror and psychological tension, it may not satisfy those looking for intense gameplay or mechanical variety. Overall, it offers a haunting narrative that leaves a lasting impression, though some may find it more akin to a short story than a fully fleshed-out experience.
- “The story unfolds through the perspective of a young boy living with his family, whose seemingly ordinary life begins to unravel after the appearance of a mysterious parasitic infection.”
- “This approach will resonate strongly with players who appreciate slow-burn horror and introspective storytelling, but it may disappoint those seeking intense survival mechanics or frequent enemy encounters.”
- “For those seeking depth, replayability, or mechanical variety, it may feel more like a haunting short story than a complete novel—but one that still leaves a lingering chill long after it ends.”
- “For players drawn to atmospheric indie horror and psychological tension rooted in storytelling rather than action, it offers a bleak and memorable journey into isolation, fear, and distrust.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Village the Siberia" excels in creating a compelling atmosphere, prioritizing psychological tension and narrative depth over gameplay mechanics. Players are immersed in a bleak and memorable experience that explores themes of isolation, fear, and distrust, making it a standout choice for fans of atmospheric indie horror.
- “For players drawn to atmospheric indie horror and psychological tension rooted in storytelling rather than action, it offers a bleak and memorable journey into isolation, fear, and distrust.”
- “Village the Siberia is a compact, narrative-driven horror experience developed and published by Viktor that places atmosphere and psychological tension above mechanical complexity.”
- “Atmosphere is where Village the Siberia shines most consistently.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a grounded and slightly rough aesthetic that effectively complements its bleak tone, enhancing the overall atmosphere.
- “Visually, the game adopts a grounded, slightly rough aesthetic that suits its bleak tone.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and lack detail, making them feel lifeless.”
- “The environments are bland and repetitive, failing to create an immersive experience.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy has been criticized for being exploitative, with accusations of plagiarism and a lack of credit to original creators, leading to perceptions of the game as a cash grab.
- “The developers didn't credit any of the artists and real game developers who created the assets, which feels like plagiarism and a cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy is overly aggressive, making it difficult to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “It feels like the game is designed to push players towards microtransactions rather than providing a fair experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its intimate horror, where the narrative's unsettling edge stems from the dangers embedded in personal relationships rather than external threats. This focus enhances the overall emotional impact, making the experience more relatable and intense for players.
- “This focus on intimate horror gives the narrative an unsettling emotional edge, as danger is rooted in relationships rather than distant external forces.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is perceived as limited, offering more of a haunting short story experience rather than a fully fleshed-out narrative, which may leave players wanting more depth and mechanical variety. However, it still manages to evoke a lasting emotional impact.
- “For those seeking depth, replayability, or mechanical variety, it may feel more like a haunting short story than a complete novel—but one that still leaves a lingering chill long after it ends.”