Song of Horror

 PC
Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 25
  3. Negative: 1 out of 25
  1. Edge Magazine
    Jun 18, 2020
    70
    Though a perfectly engrossing horror game (and a timely reminder that an over-the-shoulder view isn't the only way of looking at an awful place) at times it can feel like a waste of promising concepts. [Issue#347, p.98]
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  2. God is a Geek
    Nov 11, 2019
    70
    Song of Horror has some great ideas and is genuinely scary at times, but random deaths and awkward controls sometimes threaten to spoil the experience.
  3. Jeuxvideo.com
    Oct 30, 2019
    70
    An old-school horror adventure, stressful, that shines from a set of 4 characters, from a cool graphic design and from a well handled level design. Yet, puzzles are a but strangely built, and the narrative ends too abruptly.
  5. Cultured Vultures
    Oct 30, 2019
    70
    An unremarkable story is outshined by engaging, if difficult, puzzles, and a persistently creepy atmosphere.
  6. Vandal
    May 27, 2020
    69
    Song of Horror is a game with great ideas, but not all of them are well executed. It is, however, a survival horror with a great classic vibe, so if you are a long-time fan of the genre, it can be a good option.
  7. GRYOnline.pl
    Jun 9, 2020
    65
    Song of Horror is a cool and scary game defined by very old-school elements and a lot of untapped potential. If you can swallow crude animations and the need to repeat many of the stages, you will be fine. If not, even the pretty surroundings and an interesting story may not be enough. Still, it could be much worse.
  8. The Indie Game Website
    Nov 4, 2019
    60
    While the puzzles make up a big part of the game, it is the terrifying side of Song of Horror that makes it stand out. Playing just before bed wasn’t my greatest idea, and everyday things like putting the bins out at night aren’t as straightforward as they were last week. Still, I always came back for more, and I’ll continue to do so.
  9. PC Invasion
    Oct 31, 2019
    60
    Song of Horror's scariest aspect is its permadeath feature - not because it's spooky, but because slogging through levels is an absolute chore. Worse yet, Song of Horror punishes the player for exploring its admittedly beautiful environment. Neat technical features and meticulously crafted lore do somewhat make up for its faults. But ultimately, none but the most hardcore horror fans will give this game the time of day (or night).

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User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 45 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 45
  3. Negative: 9 out of 45
  1. keredd1010
    May 24, 2020
    6
    Decent story and atmosphere but they do a terrible job explaining how to play the mini games which can make for a very frustrating experience.Decent story and atmosphere but they do a terrible job explaining how to play the mini games which can make for a very frustrating experience. Especially since a mistake in the minigame leads to instadeath. Could be very good but definitely needs polish and the fixed camera feels very dated and is quite annoying to control.… Full Review »
  2. shaddixx
    Dec 3, 2019
    10
    Very positive reviews on Steam: 89% of total 203 reviews.
    For lovers of first silent hill and resident evil but with new interesting    Very positive reviews on Steam: 89% of total 203 reviews.
    For lovers of first silent hill and resident evil but with new interesting mechanics amd more dynamic surround overtime. I feel the same fear as i felt in my childhood after 20 minutes of gameplay. Imagination is working and I fear the unknown presence that can wait behind every door. I'm in love with this game. Thank you so much, developers. I wish first silent hill will be recreated some day with some of these new and interesting mechanics    … Full Review »
  3. GodGamer86
    Nov 2, 2019
    9
    Good graphics, story and music, creepy atmosphere.
    More scary than the Resident Evil.
    Best Alone in the Dark type game.
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