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SILT

Xbox One, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 • 2022

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Quick resume

Dive into a surreal ocean abyss in an atmospheric puzzle-adventure. Explore dangerous waters, possess sea creatures and solve environmental puzzles to discover what lies deep below the surface…

Global score

79/100

Genres

Adventure, Indie, Puzzle, Platform

Pros

  • Stunning hand-drawn art style
  • Immersive and eerie atmosphere
  • Innovative possession mechanic
  • Engaging puzzle design
  • Well-crafted sound design

Cons

  • Short game length
  • Somewhat simple and repetitive puzzles
  • Clunky or imprecise controls reported
  • Limited narrative clarity
  • Occasional bugs and loading interruptions

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players have freedom to explore and solve puzzles using possession mechanic, but gameplay is mostly linear and puzzle-driven."

  • Competence
    2

    "Puzzles provide some challenge and require timing and strategy, but generally remain simple and accessible."

  • Competition
    -5

    "No competitive elements; focus is on solo exploration and puzzle solving."

  • Continuation
    -2

    "Short game length (~2-4 hours) and limited replayability reduce habitual or long-term engagement."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Entirely single-player experience with no multiplayer or cooperative features."

  • Creativity
    3

    "Players creatively use possession of different creatures to solve puzzles and progress."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; gameplay is individual and exploratory."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Strong atmospheric and immersive experience provides escape into a surreal underwater world."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for artistic and atmospheric experience without external pressure."

  • Experimenting
    3

    "Players experiment with different creatures' abilities to solve puzzles and explore environments."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Encourages discovery of new areas and secrets in a mysterious underwater setting."

  • Expression
    -3

    "Limited customization; players experience preset art and environments without personal modification."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Strongly imaginative and surreal underwater world with Lovecraftian and steampunk elements."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No social or community features; entirely solo play."

  • Growth
    2

    "Players develop puzzle-solving skills and learn creature abilities, though gameplay is relatively simple."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention; some slow pacing but no background or idle play."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No social or emotional relationship-building; solitary experience."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management; single-player focus."

  • Progression
    3

    "Progression through unlocking new areas and abilities via possession mechanic and boss fights."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Atmospheric and immersive experience balances tension and calm, providing a relaxing flow."

  • Sensation
    4

    "Strong sensory stimulation from detailed visuals, sound design, and eerie atmosphere."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social recognition or status elements; individual experience."

  • Story
    1

    "Minimal and ambiguous narrative delivered through environmental storytelling and atmosphere."

  • Strategy
    2

    "Puzzles require some planning and problem solving, though complexity is moderate."

  • Thrill
    2

    "Some suspense and tension from horror elements and timing challenges, but overall controlled experience."

  • Value
    -1

    "Mixed opinions on value; short length and limited replayability make price a concern for some."

  • Violence
    1

    "Includes some combat and defeating bosses, but violence is stylized and not central."

  • Survival
    1

    "Some avoidance of threats and timing challenges, but low risk overall."

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