Whispering Willows

 PC
Metascore
64

Mixed or average reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Hooked Gamers
    Jul 24, 2014
    75
    The gameplay Whispering Willows delivers serves its purpose, but it’s clear the developer’s aspirations were to immerse the player and draw them in. On that point, this freshman effort is a success.
  2. DarkStation
    Oct 10, 2014
    70
    It would have benefitted from quicker movement through most of its areas, and perhaps a little more challenge to its puzzles. Despite these issues though, its characters, scenery, and atmosphere are good enough to carry the game.
  3. Eurogamer Italy
    Sep 4, 2014
    70
    An enjoyable adventure with intriguing puzzle elements and open-world structure (without a map).
  5. Multiplayer.it
    Aug 8, 2014
    70
    Pretty simple and short, Whispering Willows stands out from the indie crowd through its beautiful art and compelling story.
  6. Softpedia
    Aug 6, 2014
    70
    Unfortunately, the slow and unnerving pace at which you walk will leave you with ample time to wonder what could have been if the writing were more meaty, leaving one with an overall taste of unrealized potential. In any case, not bad for a first effort.
  7. Ragequit.gr
    Jul 10, 2014
    65
    You will enjoy the beautifully painted graphics. You will experience the charming atmosphere as you will read the stories of the deceased occupants of the Mansion and that's all. No serious challenge, no real horror.
  8. Everyeye.it
    Aug 6, 2014
    60
    Coming to Steam from OUYA, the game brings an exciting story but simple gameplay.
  9. SpazioGames
    Jul 28, 2014
    60
    The plot is quite interesting, and the graphic is lovely, but the gameplay is way too slow. Still, if you are looking for a simple and short experience, Whispering Willows can be a decent suggestion.
  10. Adventure Gamers
    Sep 22, 2014
    50
    Whispering Willows has an engaging story and superlative production quality, but fails to build on its strengths, eventually becoming an exercise in drudgery due to its insipid quests and irritating game design.
  11. GameWatcher
    Jul 14, 2014
    50
    It means that for all Whispering Willows’ atmosphere it can’t deliver what it sets out to achieve. I don’t often say games need to be longer but here, the experience needs more locations, more detail and more time to fill out its fiction to be able to tackle the themes it wants to tell.

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 51 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 51
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 51
  3. Negative: 8 out of 51
  1. Volleybologist
    Jul 18, 2014
    10
    Seriously one of the best indie games to come out this year. At first it looked a little cartoony, but the story is really well written,Seriously one of the best indie games to come out this year. At first it looked a little cartoony, but the story is really well written, gameplay is fantastic (and actually original!), and the environments are surprisingly creepy. I recommended playing this if you're an indie gamer.… Full Review »
  2. Bojango
    Jul 17, 2014
    10
    I have found myself drawn into the game over time, all the elements of art/lighting/sound, some of which are subtle, give me an unsettlingI have found myself drawn into the game over time, all the elements of art/lighting/sound, some of which are subtle, give me an unsettling feeling (in a good way) that leads me right into the story. The spirit form mechanic offers another chance at exploring further into the narrative and a slight change of pace. A lot of thought went into this game to make me feel like I was a part of it… Full Review »
  3. 2hat2trot
    Jul 13, 2014
    10
    I love horror games this is a good one for my collecsiooun. I like the artwork and the music really kicks it into action. What is reallyI love horror games this is a good one for my collecsiooun. I like the artwork and the music really kicks it into action. What is really cool about this game is that you can really get submersed in it very quickly . i give this game a 10 for its awesome artwork music and story !… Full Review »
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