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Lurk in the Dark : Prologue

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2019

Should you play it?

A town flourished with woodworking and mining, "Babel's Hill Top". A Ruggles family who contributed greatly to the development of this town several centuries ago. The tragedy that happened at the residence of them. In this residence where blood and hatred are ingrained, their nightmare begins.

What works
  • Strong horror atmosphere and sound design
  • Engaging puzzles and story
  • Free to play
  • Well-done voice acting (especially japanese)
  • Effective jump scares
Things to keep in mind
  • Short length as a prologue
  • Lack of save points
  • Some translation and voice acting mismatches
  • Slow pacing at times
  • Uncertainty about full game continuation

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Lurk in the Dark : Prologue: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Thrill. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Creativity, Expression.

Why this game works

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