🕗 Total time played (approx.): 3h
🏆 Completion: I forced myself to finish the game.
REVIEW:
"Silent Hill: The Short Message" promises a profound and terrifying gaming experience that pushes the boundaries of the horror genre. Unfortunately, this game turns out to be a bitter disappointment, leaving more frustration than fear in its wake.
The first thing that strikes you is the weak writing of the game. The dialogues feel forced and unbelievable, significantly impairing immersion. It lacks depth and nuance, leading to a superficial gaming experience.
The level design is also disappointing. The environments feel uninspired and repetitive, lacking the intricate puzzles and dark atmosphere one would expect from the "Silent Hill" series.
But the biggest flaw is the story. It stumbles through clichés and superficial treatments of serious topics such as suicide and self-harm, without properly exploring them or paying respect. Instead of prompting players to think, the plot just feels like a string of clichés and platitudes.
While the graphics may be acceptable, they cannot compensate for the glaring flaws in game design and story. "Silent Hill: The Short Message" disappoints on all fronts, leaving players with a feeling of frustration. It's a game that fails to live up to its legacy and is difficult to recommend.
⭐ Rating: 1/5
🏆 Completion: I forced myself to finish the game.
REVIEW:
"Silent Hill: The Short Message" promises a profound and terrifying gaming experience that pushes the boundaries of the horror genre. Unfortunately, this game turns out to be a bitter disappointment, leaving more frustration than fear in its wake.
The first thing that strikes you is the weak writing of the game. The dialogues feel forced and unbelievable, significantly impairing immersion. It lacks depth and nuance, leading to a superficial gaming experience.
The level design is also disappointing. The environments feel uninspired and repetitive, lacking the intricate puzzles and dark atmosphere one would expect from the "Silent Hill" series.
But the biggest flaw is the story. It stumbles through clichés and superficial treatments of serious topics such as suicide and self-harm, without properly exploring them or paying respect. Instead of prompting players to think, the plot just feels like a string of clichés and platitudes.
While the graphics may be acceptable, they cannot compensate for the glaring flaws in game design and story. "Silent Hill: The Short Message" disappoints on all fronts, leaving players with a feeling of frustration. It's a game that fails to live up to its legacy and is difficult to recommend.
⭐ Rating: 1/5