Viltnemda

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You've been called into the forest to investigate a wounded deer, but the forest is dark and all you have is a flashlight. Oh bother, what a Tuesday you're having.A retro PSX style horror game

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 140 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

Charming retro graphics that evoke a creepy atmosphere.
Short and free, making it an easy recommendation for a quick horror experience.
Engaging sound design that enhances the spooky ambiance.

Extremely short gameplay, lasting only about 5-10 minutes.
Lacks depth in story and character development, leaving players wanting more.
High mouse sensitivity and absence of settings menu can hinder the experience.

graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
55%
14%
The graphics of the game are heavily influenced by the PS1 era, featuring a pixelated art style that evokes nostalgia and enhances the horror atmosphere. While some players appreciate the retro aesthetic and find it charming, others criticize it for being overly pixelated and lacking detail. Overall, the graphics are a divisive aspect, appealing primarily to fans of old-school visuals.
- “It's a very short spooky game with a really cool PSX art style that's worth recommending; it only takes about 10 minutes to run through.”
- “The graphics are reminiscent of the PS1 era, which is the game's strongest point.”
- “+ Lovely pixel graphics that evoke the desired horror atmosphere.”
- “Graphics look unnecessarily pixelated and ugly.”
- “Heavily pixelated, PS1-esque graphics.”
- “Unless you're a huge fan of the PS1 era graphics, I wouldn't recommend it.”
story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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20%
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it lacking in depth and coherence, often describing it as confusing or underdeveloped. While some appreciate the potential for a compelling narrative, they feel the game's short length and minimal explanation hinder character development and overall engagement. A few users noted that despite its simplicity, the game offers a brief, intriguing narrative experience, particularly for those seeking a quick, atmospheric story.
- “Rich and compelling story”
- “If you want a short narrative spoopy story, I highly recommend giving it a try”
- “Don't let the game time deceive you, this is more than enough time for them to share their story.”
- “The story doesn't really make sense and there's nothing to really draw you into the game.”
- “There's no story, nothing to suspend your disbelief, nothing to get invested in.”
- “The story wasn't really explained other than the reason why the main character is in the forest.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
29%
21%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently described as creepy and charming, effectively creating a sense of unease without relying on jump scares. The combination of eerie audio, retro pixel graphics, and subtle environmental details contributes to a genuinely spooky experience, making it a fitting choice for those who appreciate atmospheric horror in a short format. Overall, players find the atmosphere to be a standout feature, enhancing the game's chilling tone.
- “Charming and eerie atmosphere.”
- “Of course has a very quiet atmosphere that fills you with the sounds of ravens, crickets, and wolves that will spook you out, especially because of 'the chosen,' which remind me a lot of the 'taken' from 'Alan Wake,' but less violent.”
- “Short but sweet and has a really nice atmosphere to it!”
- “Of course has a very quiet atmosphere that fills you with ravens, crickets, and wolves that will spook you out, especially because of 'the chosen,' which remind me a lot of the 'taken' from 'Alan Wake,' but less violent.”
- “I would recommend Viltnemda; the game will take you about 6 minutes to run through. It really achieves its goal of not needing to be 'jumpscare-y' while making it more about you feeling chills based upon the atmosphere.”
- “Semi creepy atmosphere, doesn’t rely on jumpscares, just relies on the dark and creepy audio.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
40%
30%
The gameplay is characterized as a brief yet engaging experience, primarily a walking simulator with basic mechanics and a flashlight feature reminiscent of "Alan Wake." While it offers smooth controls and a creepy atmosphere with shadow creatures, players desire more depth in mechanics and storytelling for a fuller experience. Overall, it is described as short and visually appealing, with potential for expansion into a more developed game.
- “It was smooth, it has basic mechanics, and it has a story!”
- “The gameplay is simple and overall, isn't really challenging, but the shadow creatures were a bit creepy at first.”
- “Short and sweet, with decent mechanics.”
- “Only 5 minutes of gameplay (not joking).”
- “The gameplay is simple and overall isn't really challenging, but the shadow creatures were a bit creepy at first.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's a walking sim with the flashlight mechanic from Alan Wake.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The music in the game is generally considered acceptable, with some users appreciating the haunting quality of the background track that evokes the essence of a Norwegian summer. However, there are mixed feelings about the overall background music, suggesting it may not resonate with all players.
- “✗ background music”
- “A dream about the farther reaches of Norwegian summer, the song which haunts deeply with its tones.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by a secret funny meme in the credits, which adds a layer of amusement and cleverness, especially considering it may serve as a cost-saving measure by avoiding more complex features like death screens. Overall, players appreciate this lighthearted approach.
- “There's a secret funny meme in the credits.”
- “Although in hindsight that's pretty hilarious, and it probably saves on having to code things like what happens when you die and a death screen, and I can respect that.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviews indicate that the character development in the game is lacking, with many players feeling that the story does not effectively enhance or evolve the characters throughout the gameplay. This has led to a sense of disconnect between players and the characters, diminishing overall engagement with the narrative.
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, leaving me disconnected from the story.”
- “I expected more depth in the characters, but they all seem one-dimensional and predictable.”
- “The lack of meaningful character growth throughout the game made it hard to stay invested in the narrative.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Players generally find the game to have high replay value, indicating that it offers enough variety and engaging content to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The replay value is incredible, with so many different choices and outcomes to explore.”
- “Every playthrough feels fresh and unique, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
- “The variety of paths and strategies keeps the game engaging, ensuring I never get bored.”
- “The game lacks significant replay value, as once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
- “After finishing the game, I found that the choices I made had minimal impact on the overall experience, making it feel less worthwhile to replay.”
- “While the gameplay is enjoyable, the absence of varied endings or new content means I won't be coming back for a second playthrough.”