Silence of the Sleep

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 31 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 31
  3. Negative: 5 out of 31

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  1. FallacyEpiphany
    Jan 17, 2015
    10
    I highly recommend this masterpiece to all horror-psycho-adventure gamers out there.
    It is just beautiful made with a deep story, horror moments and a fascinating end.
    I hope the creator will make more of these games!
  2. MoshedPluvio
    Oct 27, 2014
    8
    (I made this review when i only played 10 minutes but i have played full game on another computer so dont pay attention to the hours played.)

    What makes the game unique is how the game is a combination of a side scroller, horror, and one of the most astounding story lines I have ever experienced and I really feel like I connect with the characters. What I really noticed was not only the    (I made this review when i only played 10 minutes but i have played full game on another computer so dont pay attention to the hours played.)

    What makes the game unique is how the game is a combination of a side scroller, horror, and one of the most astounding story lines I have ever experienced and I really feel like I connect with the characters. What I really noticed was not only the obvious silhouettes of all the people you come in contact with or the simple side scroll mechanics but also the very simple features that most people might let slip over their head like it is nothing special for example:
    No voice acting.
    No emotions of the characters in the dialogue boxes.
    Soundtrack.
    Slow paced menu opening.
    Slow paced transitions.
    Cut Scenes.

    To me, these features are what really struck me even emotionally to further emphasize Jacob's life and adventures. The fact that no voice acting or facial expressions are used are a BIG plus to me because like many of Mark Twain's books, you have the freedom to create and guess what each characters facial expressions and emotions are only based on stance or previous events.

    The detail and atmosphere of surrounding areas really shows and expresses what jacob is feeling and what his situation is. It makes it seem like Jacob and the walls are talking to me, telling me what I must do and what I need to accomplish to find the truth.

    The slow paced menu opening and game transitions make overall gameplay really slow and virtually never rushed making the player take their time to explore and gather their own thoughts on the situation and Jacob's situation.

    Lastly the cut scenes can be quite sudden emphasizing what Jacob has gone through or has experienced in his past life.

    The only downside is that sometimes the keyboard keys are unresponsive causing my head to be ripped of by a monster.

    Aside from all of these GREAT qualities, my favorite feature was the story and the way it was presented.

    The story line is without a doubt....the best story line i have EVER experienced in this genre of game. The fact that the beginning is representing the "beginning of the end" and you are playing through his supposed afterlife with other "ghosts" or apparitions was a GREAT way to fold out the story line and develop it. With a storyline as fluent and complex as it was, I could only IMAGINE how it must of been organized to properly tell and present the story and situations of Jacob. Just figuring out what order the story should go in would have made me have a mental break down. Overall, I think making the storyline not take the chronological order route made it more mysterious and relatable and was the correct choice to make.

    Before I end my review, (I don't know if he will read it but..) Jesse Makkonen.... GREAT JOB DUDE!! For a one man game i am astounded and i hope to see you continue your passion and your dream and make more indulging games. This might sound weird and creepy but for some reason...i get the feeling that Jacob represents you in some way and you use the game to express yourself but even if you didn't, GREAT JOB MAN! The game was really indulging and emotional for me and i hope to see you express your talent to more people in the future! Cheers!    … Expand
  3. Ddbizkit
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    Its amazing how just one person can make a game this good, if you like a good puzzle game mixed with horror and sense of loneliness, this is your game, the music also plays a big part in here, giving that noir style, with an history that will get you hooked till the end.
  4. Voyou
    Aug 9, 2020
    1
    I might have stumbled upon the slowest developers ever, utterly incapable of understanding what constitutes an interface for users that don't share their brain.

    When the game starts, you have to click everywhere then press every keyboard key until you randomly discover the only one that does something. During this time, no access to menu, help, options or anything. Please hold your    I might have stumbled upon the slowest developers ever, utterly incapable of understanding what constitutes an interface for users that don't share their brain.

    When the game starts, you have to click everywhere then press every keyboard key until you randomly discover the only one that does something. During this time, no access to menu, help, options or anything. Please hold your laugh a little longer: Once you've discovered that E was your savior all along, the tutorial starts. It tells you that you have to press E for action.

    Side-scroller adventure with no hints/markers, you'll have to stop at every step and move to face 4 directions consecutively to make sure that you don't miss a hot spot. And I already can't wait to get a refund. I do not keep trashware installed on my computers. Need I add that the game doesn't auto-save, doesn't let you save, doesn't auto-checkpoint...? That you need to spot the checkpoints and activate them yourself each time. That it's keyboard only... except for popups that react to nothing but the mouse? That the texts appear character by character?

    That's only part of all the stupid I encountered in 5 minutes. Expect much, much more.    … Expand
  5. DanGR
    Mar 17, 2016
    8
    I finished the gamne only a few days ago and I find it very entertaining. The sounds and music were on the spot and the graphics, although simple, are really good for what the game wants to present. The gameplay is solid but it'll not be loved by everyone. All in all, I say to give it a chance because it is a very good story the creator wanted to tell.
  6. BlossomingFlowe
    Apr 5, 2016
    9
    It's a deep adventure into yourself, a dating with your most frightening fears, a torture of your consciousness and conscience. This game forces you into the exploration of the inner world of Jacob Reeves and imagine what is waiting for you in the darkest corners of yourself.
    What would you do if one day you wake up being dead literally inside of your very own mind?
    9 of 10. Excellent    It's a deep adventure into yourself, a dating with your most frightening fears, a torture of your consciousness and conscience. This game forces you into the exploration of the inner world of Jacob Reeves and imagine what is waiting for you in the darkest corners of yourself.
    What would you do if one day you wake up being dead literally inside of your very own mind?
    9 of 10. Excellent experience.    … Expand
  7. Spiral001
    Jul 13, 2018
    10
    I personally enjoyed playing this game and i can say its great and has an amazing atmosphere!

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Metascore
66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 11
  3. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. Riot Pixels
    Dec 22, 2014
    55
    A disappointing debut by a clearly talented developer.
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  2. RPG Fan
    Dec 14, 2014
    76
    Those who go in expecting regular horror fare will be pleasantly surprised.
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  3. Ragequit.gr
    Dec 5, 2014
    70
    Deeply atmospheric artwork and an excellent soundtrack set the premise for a deeply personal horror experience that loses its footing when it comes to hit or miss puzzle design and stealth sections that seem to punish the player, detracting from an otherwise very strong experience.
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