Darkwood: A Horror Game like no other
This game has no jumpscares, no cutscenes, no complex story where you are the main character. Its just a top down view game where you are in a forest and have to escape it. Thats all.
But thats why its so fresh. Right now we see blockbuster level games with cutscenes 50% of the game and it feels more like a movie than game. But darkwood is pure gameplay.
Graphics: Its cell shaded top down artstyle which is really unique and really gels with the game. After playing I felt no other artstyle would've done this game justice.
Sound: Really great sound design. You will get a eerie feeling like someone is watching, you hear distant noises or echos which really builds the atmosphere. There aren't jumpscares but hair on your arms will still standup while playing.
Gameplay and World: There is day and night here. You have to craft weapons, barricades and other stuffs to survive both. You explore the forest, meet npcs, traders, reputation system is present. Its all very well integrared and you wont feel any of it as a chore.
This is a like a short review and wanted to just put this game on everyone's radar to experience it just once if you are looking for something unique .
PS: The devs are also legends. You can browse if you are interested.