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You know my name?

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47%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
53% User Score Based on 40 reviews

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You know my name? is a single player action game with horror and post-apocalyptic themes. It was developed by Mystael studio and was released on July 4, 2024. It received neutral reviews from players.

SHORT GRIM STORIES About the GameA short story about a girl who has forgotten her name. But it seems she lost something else along with her name. And she's losing it even now. The novella is more an experiment with abstractions than a standard story. Sources of inspiration: novellas about milk and the cartoon "Hedgehog in the Fog".Features A kinetic novel about the defense mechanisms…

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53%Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews
atmosphere2 positive mentions
music2 negative mentions
  • The game delivers a unique and abstract atmosphere with a short, contemplative story that some players find captivating.
  • The art style, despite being AI-generated, is considered visually interesting and fits the game's minimalistic, lo-fi horror aesthetic.
  • It is a brief experience, making it accessible for players looking for a short, experimental visual novel at a low cost.
  • The narrative is very short, linear, and lacks depth or meaningful interactivity, leading many to find it confusing, bland, or unsatisfying.
  • Use of AI-generated artwork was frequently criticized for feeling generic and lacking a distinct, deliberate artistic vision.
  • Technical issues and design oversights such as no exit button and rough English translations detract from the overall experience.

  • story

    19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    16% positive mentions, 68% neutral mentions, 16% negative mentions

    The story is generally described as short, linear, and somewhat confusing, with mixed reactions regarding its depth and interest. Some players appreciate its simplicity and interpretative nature, viewing it as an experiment or a portrayal of a child's perspective, while others find it flat, unengaging, and lacking meaningful substance. Overall, it may appeal to those seeking a brief, artistic experience but disappoint those looking for a compelling or choice-driven narrative.

    • “This game is possibly one of the best games I've played just from the simplicity and beauty of the story.”
    • “The writing and story are fine; I think you have to view it as a young child who's lost and confused and how they'd speak in a situation like this in order to understand the story or what the developer was going for.”
    • “The description says the story is up for your own interpretation, and I would say that I interpret this as a version of limbo or purgatory or perhaps naraka or maybe ākimchanyāyatana, where the girl is trapped.”
    • “There were no choices and the story wasn't really interesting.”
    • “The story and writing is weak and I thought kinda hackneyed and just uninteresting at best.”
    • “With more substance, I might have been able to overlook the AI graphics, but this doesn't really feel like a story that needed to be told at any cost.”

  • graphics

    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    23% positive mentions, 54% neutral mentions, 23% negative mentions

    The graphics receive mixed reactions, with appreciation for the abstract, dreamlike, and minimalistic art style that effectively enhances the atmosphere, especially the lo-fi PSX horror aesthetic. However, the noticeable use of AI-generated visuals has sparked disappointment and ethical concerns among some users, detracting from the overall experience.

    • “The graphics are that lo-fi PSX horror style that is seeing a bit of a resurgence over the last year or two, and it is effective in creating the atmosphere necessary to tell this tale.”
    • “The artwork is very pretty with beautiful background music and art.”
    • “Short visual novel with an abstract minimalistic style in visuals and writing.”
    • “When the only standout for your game are graphics which are generated using artificial intelligence that leaches off of artists without their permission, I cannot find myself recommending this game.”
    • “The visuals don't feel like a deliberate artistic choice but more like pictures put through a filter without any clean up or fixing of the resultant artifacts.”
    • “I like this style, that abstract dreamlike weirdness, but the use of generative AI for the graphics is disappointing.”

  • atmosphere

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, 33% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game’s lo-fi PSX horror-style graphics effectively create a compelling and immersive atmosphere, contributing well to the storytelling. However, some users feel that certain sound effects, like clicking noises, could be reduced to further enhance the mood. Overall, the atmosphere is praised as a strong and engaging element.

    • “Amazing atmosphere, nice game.”
    • “The graphics are that lo-fi PSX horror style that has been seeing a bit of a resurgence over the last year or two, and it is effective in creating the atmosphere necessary to tell this tale.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 67% negative mentions

    The music in the game is noted for its persistent and slightly unsettling tone, effectively enhancing the atmosphere. Additionally, the soundtrack is generally considered decent and complements the overall experience.

    • “It's accompanied by a decent soundtrack.”
    • “Could there have been a soundtrack?”
    • “And the persistent and slightly unsettling music in the background serves the same purpose.”

  • replayability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game is notably short, lasting only 10-15 minutes, and offers little to no replayability beyond searching for additional clues. Its limited interactivity makes repeated playthroughs unengaging for most users.

    • “It's exceptionally short (at least they're upfront about that) with no interactivity or replayability.”
    • “It's a game that is only 10-15 minutes long with no replayability unless you just want to look for more clues. Is it worth 99 cents?”

  • gameplay

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The gameplay is brief, lasting approximately 15 minutes, offering a concise but potentially impactful experience without revealing spoilers.

    • “There's not much I can say without spoiling your experience, the game has approximately 15 minutes of gameplay.”
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You know my name? is a action game with horror and post-apocalyptic themes. Common tags for You know my name? include indie, psychological, pixel graphics, psychological horror, experimental and others.

You know my name? is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

You know my name? was released on July 4, 2024.

You know my name? was developed by Mystael studio.

You know my name? has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked You know my name? for its atmosphere but disliked it for its story.

You know my name? is a single player game.

Similar games include Lighthouse Keeper, Trapped with Jester, Last Report, Robotherapy, Amelie and others.