Within Skerry
- February 8, 2022
- Stanislaw Truchowski
Get on SteamWithin Skerry is a first-person exploration game set in a mysterious, abandoned island. Gather clues and solve puzzles to uncover the truth behind the disappearance of a fictional lighthouse keeper. The game features a rich, atmospheric world with stunning visuals and an immersive soundtrack.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Within Skerry creates an intense atmosphere of terror with effective sound design and immersive environments that keep players on edge.
- The game features multiple endings based on player choices, adding replay value and encouraging exploration of its dark storyline.
- Despite its modest graphics, the game successfully delivers a creepy and unsettling experience, making it a worthwhile play for fans of indie horror.
- The lack of a save system forces players to complete the game in one sitting, which can be frustrating for those wanting to explore all endings.
- Some players found the pacing slow and the gameplay repetitive, leading to moments of aimless wandering without clear direction.
- Jump scares, while effective for some, were criticized for being predictable and overused, diminishing their impact over time.
- story30 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game's story is a chilling exploration of a haunted island filled with dark secrets, featuring a mix of intriguing plot elements and jump scares. While some players found the narrative engaging and well-paced, others criticized it for being predictable or unfulfilling, particularly regarding the endings. Overall, the atmosphere and storytelling are appreciated, though opinions vary on the depth and clarity of the plot.
“A terrifying exploration of a haunted island with dark secrets, jump scares, and a twisted storyline.”
“The story kept me interested till the very end.”
“The writing in the developer's games is always amazing, and is very fitting for the tone of this game's story.”
“It's good, on par with the previous games, could be a bit scarier though, it has a nice atmosphere and some well-paced jump scares but it never becomes unsettling enough and the story is quite forgettable too.”
“The storyline is rather predictable and the jump scares are just not working, at least for me.”
“Frustratingly, you'll have to play through the game 4 times to see each ending and the story isn't incredibly clear.”
- atmosphere29 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 21 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its intense and immersive atmosphere, effectively creating a sense of terror through modest yet impactful graphics and sound design. While some players find the atmosphere to be consistently creepy and filled with well-timed jump scares, others feel it loses its fear factor as the game progresses, becoming more of a walking simulator. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature, making it a recommended experience for fans of horror.
“The game excels in creating an intense atmosphere of terror.”
“Does a great job at creating an unsettling atmosphere.”
“The tone and atmosphere of this game was really good!”
“The atmosphere might feel scary at first, but as the game progresses, it loses its fear factor and turns into just another walking simulator in a creepy dark house.”
“The graphics are a little aged, but the puzzles, atmosphere, and the layout of the house are actually well done.”
“But its atmosphere makes you want to scurry off and die.”
- gameplay17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay emphasizes exploration, puzzle-solving, and narrative discovery, with multiple endings that encourage replayability. However, players have expressed frustration over the lack of a save system, which can lead to tedious replays, and some find the mechanics repetitive despite improvements in design. Overall, while the game offers engaging puzzles and atmospheric elements, it suffers from technical issues and a need for better gameplay variety.
“The gameplay focuses on exploration, puzzle-solving, and uncovering the dark story behind the island and its inhabitants.”
“Great graphics, great puzzles, great FPS, and great gameplay.”
“I always enjoy multiple endings in a game; it makes me want to play until I've seen all the endings, which adds to the hours of gameplay and makes the game worth the money you spent on it.”
“I know there are multiple endings, but after the first time I got knocked out (and it is a running gag), my inventory became inaccessible and I couldn't read notes or anything else for the rest of the game. Also, a relentless clicking sound followed me for the rest of the gameplay, like my flashlight turning on and off over and over again.”
“However, the lack of a save feature/checkpoint system really annoyed me, because the game has multiple endings, most of which are determined by the last few minutes of gameplay.”
“This being the third game by the developer I've played in as many days, I've come to get very familiar with his style—too familiar, you might say—because while the games do keep improving on a mechanical and design level, things are getting really repetitive.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally described as modest and somewhat dated, effectively contributing to the horror atmosphere despite their simplicity. While some players appreciate the immersive experience and well-designed puzzles, others find the visuals lacking, with complaints about faded colors and rough textures that detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the graphics serve the game's purpose but may not satisfy those seeking cutting-edge visuals.
“The graphics are modest but effective for the horror atmosphere.”
“Performance-wise, it runs smoothly, but its simplicity allows it to focus more on creating an immersive, scary atmosphere than on cutting-edge visuals.”
“Within Skerry is a little horror game with nice graphics and overall nice story elements.”
“The graphics are absolutely awful in my opinion and are very faded, colorless, and washed out.”
“I got bored and was so put off by how awful and outdated the graphics were that I couldn't take playing any more.”
“The graphics are simple and a bit rough; the jumpscares are cheesy and the game is short.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability through multiple endings influenced by player choices, encouraging players to explore different outcomes. However, the absence of checkpoints or a save function may deter completionists, as they might find it frustrating to replay sections. Overall, while the game is enjoyable for revisiting to uncover all endings, it lacks new content for each playthrough.
“Four endings add replay value and it brought some fun attention to my Twitch stream.”
“The multiple endings based on player choices add replay value, but the lack of checkpoints or a save function may frustrate completionists.”
“Replayable, not for new material but to see the other endings.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized for performance, running smoothly while prioritizing an immersive and scary atmosphere over advanced graphics. Its simplicity contributes to this effective optimization.
“Performance-wise, it runs smoothly, but its simplicity allows it to focus more on creating an immersive, scary atmosphere than on cutting-edge visuals.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is created using Remixlive, offering a unique and unconventional soundtrack that sets it apart from traditional gaming music.
“The music is composed with Remixlive, creating a unique and engaging experience.”
“You can forget about a conventional soundtrack; the music truly enhances the gameplay.”
“The music feels like it was composed with Remixlive, lacking depth and originality.”
“You can forget about a conventional soundtrack; it completely misses the mark.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is praised for its clever integration, often making tense moments feel more enjoyable and funny rather than purely frightening. Players appreciate that the scares are well-timed and not forced, enhancing the overall experience.
“The humor in this game is literally amazing; the scares never feel forced, and even when they do, it’s more funny and enjoyable than scary.”
“I love how the game balances humor with horror; it keeps you on your toes while making you laugh.”
“The witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions make every moment in the game a joy.”
