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A jam submission

Empty SoilView game page

Will the gods forgive you?
Submitted by Hetsumani — 12 minutes, 29 seconds before the deadline
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Results

CriteriaRankScore*Raw Score
Overall#13.8543.854
Polish (Bugs. 1 star is many bugs)#14.3334.333
Camera Usage#14.0004.000
Level Design#13.8333.833
Sound Design#23.6673.667
Lore#24.1674.167
Theme Interpretation#24.3334.333
Build-Up#33.3333.333
Horror#53.1673.167

Ranked from 6 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.

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Comments

(+1)

This was absolutely beautiful. The voiceover, the colour choices, the modelling, the texture work, the sound design, the lighting - a very simple but effective glimpse into the last few minutes of a conquistador. I ran into one bug where after lighting the torches and gaining the idol, I stood too close to the doorway and got trapped in a descriptive loop of the door. After restarting (thanks for allowing the player to skip that nice dialogue), I was able to quickly progress and finish the game.

Man, I'm just left with a sense of happiness! That was perfectly formed and didn't outstay it's welcome. Nice work! I'll try and get your game into the lists on the Fixed Camera Appreciation Society - let us know if you plan to do anything more with it!

Developer(+1)

Thank you so much. I’m currently working on an intro cutscene where he is “dropped” inside the pyramid by the Mexica soldiers. Also I’m on the preproduction of a “final” proper cutscene for what it is until now, but the reception has been quite positive, I’m also brainstorming ideas on how to expand the game into something more complete, I’m anticipating 2 hours of gameplay, but that is still in the planning phase.

Ooh, yeah, sounds like those additions would add a lot of atmosphere! Keep us updated!

Submitted(+1)

This game was really well polished and a lot of fun. The section where you walk across the maze of narrow platforms especially reminded me of the original Alone in the Dark in the best way. And Fernando being voiced was awesome! Only downside I thought was the ending. While it wasn't an anticlimax or anything, it certainly wasn't very scary. Nevermind that though, the atmosphere and presentation were phenomenal!

Submitted(+1)

Absolutely fantastic, I can see the teams skills really come to light in this piece. The visuals and acting is stunning! I did got the door thing on the first try, I believe if you spam click it kinda e and f it might happens. Otherwise I got to the just fine, A+ gameplay!

Submitted(+1)

Beautiful game!  

I collected the statue, when to the closed door and then the controls became blocked.  I tried again, and it happened the same, so I have played very little.  Even so, the voice actor and the atmosphere  are great!   Congratulations!! 

Developer

Didn't it play the door transition video? I'm trying to replicate the bug but it doesn't trigger.

Submitted

I will try it again today when I return from work

Submitted(+1)

My fault, it seems there was something wrong on my PC.  

I have been able to play the game to the end.  It is a beautiful game, with a lot of room to expand!  It works well, it has a fantastic atmosphere, and very good mechanics!  I would really like to see it expanded, perhaps some lit/unlit puzzles, and some more tunels to explore...

Thank you!  It was a fun game to play!

(+1)

A great and immersive atmospheric game, fun and intriguing. The lighting and sound design were excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed it. 

Submitted(+2)

- Great sound and voice acting

- Cool lore and unique concept- extremely atmospheric

- Interesting camera angles

- Maybe the best game here

Really enjoyed my time playing this!

Developer

Thank you very much