Lake of Voices similar games & best alternatives

Lake of Voices

PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Mac • 2018

Should you play it?

A free horror Visual Novel about an ill-fated journey across Sinnlos, a lake where gruesome monsters lurk just beneath the surface. With times being so dire you'll need to decide what, and who, is going to be sacrificed. Anyone can be saved, but not everyone can be.

What works
  • Immersive and emotionally engaging story
  • High-quality voice acting
  • Beautiful art and music
  • Multiple meaningful endings
  • Free to play
Things to keep in mind
  • Short overall length
  • Some rushed character development
  • Limited player customization
  • Lack of save points before major decisions
  • Some awkward dialogue moments

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Lake of Voices: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Violence, Survival, Cooperation. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Expression, Leadership.

Why this game works

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