Really interesting game! A mix of creepy atmosphere, a bit of mystery at first and the art style made this a really unique experience for being so short. A great example of how horror games don't have to be long and full of jumpscares to be scary!
Reminds me of the horror movie anthology series V/H/S I appreciate the vibe. What I mean by that is I appreciate how there aren't really any jump scares to purposely scare you, but yourself. What your mind depicts is happening is the true horror. Are you a victim or are you the possible monster? I also must commend you on how photo-realistic this looks which adds to the atmosphere. I would play an entire horror game that looked this way, thank you. I contributed this as the first video for my month of Spooktober.
Really cool concept, I was far more convinced it was real than I thought I would be. Looks just like old VHS tapes, I love that. Expanded with some more moving parts, and some more length, and this would be a fantastic game. One of the few horror games I think a jump scare or two would benefit from. The atmosphere is just that good. Really nice, hope you can make something bigger out of it in the future.
Honestly one of the coolest experience's ive had in a horror game! I love how there isnt any jump scares in it. Most horror games rely on that and this didn't. Great job guys keep it up!
Great game i loved the creepy vhs style it almost looked real this is a awesome short little disturbing horror game. I don't know what else to say other than it was amazing.
Great game scariest indie horror game ever played in itch.io even though it doesn't have jumpscares. Also nice vhs effects tho to fit the theme of the game that you have created :D
Great game scariest indie horror game ever played in itch.io even though it doesn't have jumpscares. Also nice vhs effects tho to fit the theme of the game that you have created :D
A horror game with a VHS style to it. 98DEMAKE, you are awesome! You managed to capture the atmosphere with the entire VHS recording. It feels dark, stuffy and crazy.
The sounds made much of the game and the only thing I missed was the option to explore more. I wanted to know what those trail led to there later in into the game.
Even if the game might been short, it was totally worth playing it.
HUGE fan of your work. I started following you a long time ago when I happened to stumble upon your YouTube page. You have SO much potential. The moment I saw your name on this game I immediately jumped on it. Very impressive! I really wish you the best on your work and the production on this game if it continues. It's simple, easy and phenomenal. The filter just added a touch of perfection towards it. Good day to you sir!
I love the style of the game. I'm really looking forward to see what you do next with this.Also my question is was we playing a person and replaying their memories or was we a victim of what happened ?
I love how photo realistic is is for footage from cameras in the 90s, especially one that someone who lives in a run down apartment would have. Overall good creepiness and an interesting story you kinda write for yourself while seeing glimpses into the characters day to day.
Interesting... a couple of non-spoilery information fo those wanting to try it:
What this tech demo lacks in gameplay (there's literally nothing else than waiting and moving a bit between the two same rooms), it delivers in mood. It's like a really nice short film that totally delivers on the advertised time! :D
The VHS effect is well done and I like the touch with the 4/3 ratio.
Sound is well done for such a small experience too.
It doesn't have much narration either but this is definitely an interesting piece to put in a portfolio.
Curious to see more stuff from you, sir/madam.
Also, how much time did you take to make this, have you used existing assets/scripts, that kind of stuff?
Took 2-3 weeks probably. Most of that time went into fighting with Unity's lighting system though. There's some third party assets involved, sure — such as some of the small props, since creating them myself wouldn't really be smart use of my time.
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Really interesting game! A mix of creepy atmosphere, a bit of mystery at first and the art style made this a really unique experience for being so short. A great example of how horror games don't have to be long and full of jumpscares to be scary!
Reminds me of the horror movie anthology series V/H/S I appreciate the vibe. What I mean by that is I appreciate how there aren't really any jump scares to purposely scare you, but yourself. What your mind depicts is happening is the true horror. Are you a victim or are you the possible monster? I also must commend you on how photo-realistic this looks which adds to the atmosphere. I would play an entire horror game that looked this way, thank you. I contributed this as the first video for my month of Spooktober.
Really cool concept, I was far more convinced it was real than I thought I would be. Looks just like old VHS tapes, I love that. Expanded with some more moving parts, and some more length, and this would be a fantastic game. One of the few horror games I think a jump scare or two would benefit from. The atmosphere is just that good. Really nice, hope you can make something bigger out of it in the future.
Fantastic. Some of the screenshots almost had me fooled. Has a good sense of dread without a single jumpscare in it.
Very interesting, I'm left with lots of questions... The style it's amazing!! Nice Job!
Honestly one of the coolest experience's ive had in a horror game! I love how there isnt any jump scares in it. Most horror games rely on that and this didn't. Great job guys keep it up!
Thank you!
This was really cool, I loved it
Great game i loved the creepy vhs style it almost looked real this is a awesome short little disturbing horror game. I don't know what else to say other than it was amazing.
Great game scariest indie horror game ever played in itch.io even though it doesn't have jumpscares. Also nice vhs effects tho to fit the theme of the game that you have created :D
Thank you!
Great game scariest indie horror game ever played in itch.io even though it doesn't have jumpscares. Also nice vhs effects tho to fit the theme of the game that you have created :D
A horror game with a VHS style to it. 98DEMAKE, you are awesome! You managed to capture the atmosphere with the entire VHS recording. It feels dark, stuffy and crazy.
The sounds made much of the game and the only thing I missed was the option to explore more. I wanted to know what those trail led to there later in into the game.
Even if the game might been short, it was totally worth playing it.
Glad you liked it!
Thanks!
HUGE fan of your work. I started following you a long time ago when I happened to stumble upon your YouTube page. You have SO much potential. The moment I saw your name on this game I immediately jumped on it. Very impressive! I really wish you the best on your work and the production on this game if it continues. It's simple, easy and phenomenal. The filter just added a touch of perfection towards it. Good day to you sir!
Thank you, and good day to you aas well
Best game of the year
Agreed!
Wow, really spooky. I loved it
Thanks!
When i notice who you are...i understand the reasons of this strong 90's armosphere in my room. Great job....like always! ;)
My work tends to do that!
I love the style of the game. I'm really looking forward to see what you do next with this.Also my question is was we playing a person and replaying their memories or was we a victim of what happened ?
That's the mystery. ;--)
wooooo are you going to develop more on this, or move onto something new ?
I mean, regardless of the length, this is a standalone game and a finished one at that. However, I do intend to make more of these.
POV d’un tueur! Le gars voulait se garder de petits souvenirs ;) super le concept <3
They like birds
chirp chirp!
KILLING IN THE 90S BABY!
That was spooky. And amazing. I hope you'll make more horror games like this one.
(I created some story while playing it, I hope it's ok)
I like it!
I have got to say for being under 6 minutes of gameplay, the game is kinda creepy as the time progresses in the game. It does remind me of the VHS movies that are made like this. I look forward to anything else that is to come.
I love how photo realistic is is for footage from cameras in the 90s, especially one that someone who lives in a run down apartment would have. Overall good creepiness and an interesting story you kinda write for yourself while seeing glimpses into the characters day to day.
Very well done.
I really enjoyed this little game!
This is the most terrifying nostalgia trip I've ever had!
That was really great experience
Keep it up, dude!
P.S. Still waiting for your LSD Dream Emulator inspired project
Hi. Thanks for the reply. See this trailer
Thanks! I thought the teen TV-show didn't quite add up! Looks interesting!
Very cool game. Great experience. Is this game inspired by "S.O.N - South of Nowhere"?
I don't know what that is and google offered some TV-show for teens, so I'd say no
Glad you liked it though!
Interesting... a couple of non-spoilery information fo those wanting to try it:
What this tech demo lacks in gameplay (there's literally nothing else than waiting and moving a bit between the two same rooms), it delivers in mood. It's like a really nice short film that totally delivers on the advertised time! :D
The VHS effect is well done and I like the touch with the 4/3 ratio.
Sound is well done for such a small experience too.
It doesn't have much narration either but this is definitely an interesting piece to put in a portfolio.
Curious to see more stuff from you, sir/madam.
Also, how much time did you take to make this, have you used existing assets/scripts, that kind of stuff?
Took 2-3 weeks probably. Most of that time went into fighting with Unity's lighting system though. There's some third party assets involved, sure — such as some of the small props, since creating them myself wouldn't really be smart use of my time.
Anyway, glad you digged it!
Good work! :)