Tormented Souls

 PlayStation 5
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 143 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 7 out of 143
  3. Negative: 27 out of 143
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  1. OpinionatedSlut
    Aug 14, 2023
    4
    This game has a great retro vibe and decent spooks. But my god, the gameplay is weak, the cameras can be funky, and the second half is basically Walkthrough Bait. I finished it but I was thrilled when it was over.
  2. clovensmile
    Jun 28, 2023
    0
    No auto saves. 5 attempts to pass the first area. If you are killed you are going back to where you were 30 minutes ago. Absolute disrespect towards players time from the devs. I want a refund.
  3. J_R
    Jun 20, 2023
    8
    8.0/10

    A modern survival horror made by people who not only know what survival horror is but understand it as well. If you have played survival horror before than you’ll have a good idea of what’s in store with Tormented Souls. The gameplay is a mix of exploration, puzzles and combat with tank like controls, fixed camera angles, back tracking and limited resources. It does a pretty    8.0/10

    A modern survival horror made by people who not only know what survival horror is but understand it as well.

    If you have played survival horror before than you’ll have a good idea of what’s in store with Tormented Souls. The gameplay is a mix of exploration, puzzles and combat with tank like controls, fixed camera angles, back tracking and limited resources. It does a pretty good job with movement and exploration. You’ll find yourself steadily unlocking your way further into the atmospheric mansion/hospital and learning the layout. But there are a couple of drawbacks. I didn’t like the map at all and did not find it good to use. There are also times when there is too much to keep track of, especially if you take breaks during your playthrough. Puzzles are mostly very good but at times they can be too obtuse and there is probably a few too many of them. Combat is solid and I liked the weapons but there is room for improvement here. There is just the right amount of resources to keep you playing carefully and considering your saves but inventory management wasn’t really here. Darkness is used very well as you need your lighter equipped to see in some places but then can’t have a weapon out. It’s a cool, well executed idea that is right at home in survival horror. The gameplay experience is absolutely more positive than negative and survival horror fans are in for a good time.

    Visually this game is outstanding for a lower budget title. The environments and lighting is fantastic and the fixed but often tracking camera frames it all beautifully. The objects and menus are well done too, excluding the map. Sadly the characters and enemies are not on the same level. There is something off about them both technically and in style. It’s almost like they are from a slightly different game. They lack expression and personality too. It’s not really that much of an issue though and Tormented Souls still superbly delivers unsettling atmosphere, gore and body horror. The music and sound design is really damn good too. The only issue there is they didn’t know when to use restraint and have silence.

    The story, lore and characters are not that great. It’s fine but forgettable and predictable. There wasn’t any hook or interesting background that pulled me in. It’s like a bunch of different horror ideas somewhat poorly put together. The dialogue isn’t written well and is poorly voice acted. And it’s not in that cheesy, camp and/or charming way you might expect from an older horror game. It is just subpar. It is certainly no disaster or deal breaker though and I still found some enjoyment in it.

    The biggest issue I had with Tormented Souls was that I only did one play through. I planned on doing more and there are trophies that encourage you to. However once I finished it I wasn’t in the mood to do it again. I know this might sound vague or bit unhelpful but something put me off playing again. Maybe it’s the flow or pacing. Maybe it is a bit too long with a few too many puzzles. Maybe it was just my backlog staring at me. I don’t know exactly but I will try to revisit it again for sure.

    Overall none of the flaws detracted too much from my experience and it was one of my favourite games to come out in 2021. Of course I am willing to be forgiving to as it is lower budget and one of my favourite genres. Tormented Souls is a fantastic survival horror by a clearly passionate team. It’s a must play for any survival horror fan and I would give it a good recommendation even if you’re not.

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  4. mabritec
    May 6, 2023
    8
    excelente titulo si eres vieja escuela en los video juegos, es un titulo de terror camara al hombro con una onda muy clasica, momentos intensos, enemigos agresivos, podria tener mejores graficos y acabados en este aspecto, hay detalles que parece que no les pusieron mucho mimo, necesita audio en español pero tiene subtitulos. algunos problemas tecnicos con las camaras en momentos de pelea.
  5. BlimpyPebbles
    Sep 15, 2022
    8
    Yet another game that doesn’t get the credit it deserves. While this indie game won’t blow you away, they did a fantastic job making a survival horror of yesteryear. I’m glad someone did. I’m glad this game exists. Interesting puzzles and a really cool atmosphere are what make this game so good. It plays more like old-school Silent Hill than anything else. Anyone complaining aboutYet another game that doesn’t get the credit it deserves. While this indie game won’t blow you away, they did a fantastic job making a survival horror of yesteryear. I’m glad someone did. I’m glad this game exists. Interesting puzzles and a really cool atmosphere are what make this game so good. It plays more like old-school Silent Hill than anything else. Anyone complaining about graphics needs to grow up.… Expand
  6. Babazz
    Oct 23, 2022
    9
    Heu honnêtement voir la note de 13 sur jeuxvideo.com, on voit qu'il n'y avait pas vraiment de recherche sur les développeurs de la part du testeur... Je pense que leur budget ne devait pas être énorme et pourtant ils ont réussi à sortir une belle pépite. Étant fan de Capcom, l'univers et les clins d'œil sont réussis ! Les énigmes sont bien casse-tête durant notre première partie.Heu honnêtement voir la note de 13 sur jeuxvideo.com, on voit qu'il n'y avait pas vraiment de recherche sur les développeurs de la part du testeur... Je pense que leur budget ne devait pas être énorme et pourtant ils ont réussi à sortir une belle pépite. Étant fan de Capcom, l'univers et les clins d'œil sont réussis ! Les énigmes sont bien casse-tête durant notre première partie. L'ambiance sonore est vraiment cool et les jumpscares assez inattendus. Le scénario est pas si mauvais malgré une fin décevante... Et bon le gameplay et les animations sont quand même bien rigides ^_^ Mais ça fait aussi le charme des jeux "à l'ancienne" comme celui là ! J'attends une suite qui j'espère sera un peu plus aboutie :)… Expand
  7. ruddiman_
    Sep 28, 2022
    6
    A game made to remember dated mechanics and does so by enhancing graphics, and that's it. The visuals are pleasant and the sounds are gross and creepy, but the AI is horrible. I quickly became bored with enemies and found them to be more annoying than scary. When developers chase after the tank controls of original horror games, they always seem to forget that the best utilization of theA game made to remember dated mechanics and does so by enhancing graphics, and that's it. The visuals are pleasant and the sounds are gross and creepy, but the AI is horrible. I quickly became bored with enemies and found them to be more annoying than scary. When developers chase after the tank controls of original horror games, they always seem to forget that the best utilization of the camera angles, is the use of blind space. You can use the sound to your advantage and make things out of sight twice as scary. This did not. The puzzles were fun and the story was so-so. I couldn't understand why early on you meet someone else in the abandoned hospital filled with monsters, and the protagonist is just like, "oh yeah, someone else is just here and that's not weird nor should I question it." It immediately took me out of the game.… Expand
  8. sotarn
    Sep 18, 2022
    9
    As a fan of the old style Resident Evil/Silent Hill games, this game was a blessing.
    There is problematic camera angles that hides the monsters.
    The character models are ugly and when they talk you rather listen to something else. But, the atmosphere and puzzle solving are great. What I really miss from newer adaptations of Resident Evil games is that you never have to pay any    As a fan of the old style Resident Evil/Silent Hill games, this game was a blessing.
    There is problematic camera angles that hides the monsters.
    The character models are ugly and when they talk you rather listen to something else.

    But, the atmosphere and puzzle solving are great. What I really miss from newer adaptations of Resident Evil games is that you never have to pay any attention to solve puzzles. In this you really get to think and keep track of where certain doors or clues where. Even though some are quite far-fetched, I still love it.    … Expand
  9. mitsarakos
    Aug 31, 2022
    0
    VERY BAD GAME. A trash. Extremely difficult puzzles. You will have to search always solution in youtube. Very complicated. Very BAD GRAPHICS like from past generation games. Too dark. Didnt enjoy it at all. Avoid it.
  10. ker0412
    Aug 17, 2022
    7
    If you're a fan of the 90s Resident Evil experience then this is a good add to your collection. It involves tough puzzles, jump scares and journal reading containing a story and clues that help create a storyline, but don't expect anything visually impressive. Don't expect the replicated controls and horrible dialogue of early Resident Evil to give you anything new in Tormented Souls. IIf you're a fan of the 90s Resident Evil experience then this is a good add to your collection. It involves tough puzzles, jump scares and journal reading containing a story and clues that help create a storyline, but don't expect anything visually impressive. Don't expect the replicated controls and horrible dialogue of early Resident Evil to give you anything new in Tormented Souls. I was disappointed that in 2021 and '22 the developers didn't care much for more updated controls. Or sounds. The dialogue is painful! The enemy visuals are cheesy and lack variety. The music isn't bad, but that's quickly overshadowed by the unrealistic footsteps, attacks, and voices. The real experience are the challenging puzzles, tougher than most Resident Evil games even.… Expand
  11. LGBTandDisabled
    Aug 1, 2022
    0
    DO NOT BUY!!!!! This game is fat phobic and offensive to the disabled. It's so bad that in their hospital the only way to get to the elevator is up 3 stairs. LOL. That's how little they thought about actual disabled people when they were creating their game full of monsters in wheelchairs. The wheelchair monsters can magically roll up stairs. The story is FULL of plot holes. Also,DO NOT BUY!!!!! This game is fat phobic and offensive to the disabled. It's so bad that in their hospital the only way to get to the elevator is up 3 stairs. LOL. That's how little they thought about actual disabled people when they were creating their game full of monsters in wheelchairs. The wheelchair monsters can magically roll up stairs. The story is FULL of plot holes. Also, if you're a real person with a busy life you should know there are not nearly enough saves. DO NOT BUY!!!!!… Expand
  12. Issourisi
    Jun 8, 2022
    10
    This is for the fans a masterpiece of horror, looks like some horror game from ps1 and ps2 , the game remember me lost things about this golden era of horror classic. The game is hard but is perfect for à survival horror.
  13. LesMiserables
    May 25, 2022
    5
    I would be willing to overlook the games overall lack of polish and it's super dumb horror trope juggler story because for an indie studio they absolutely nailed the atmosphere and the exploration element that made classic horror games fun to play . I also got a kick from the numerous nods to classics such as RE1 Remake , Silent Hill 1 and even Fatal Frame . That being said the map beingI would be willing to overlook the games overall lack of polish and it's super dumb horror trope juggler story because for an indie studio they absolutely nailed the atmosphere and the exploration element that made classic horror games fun to play . I also got a kick from the numerous nods to classics such as RE1 Remake , Silent Hill 1 and even Fatal Frame . That being said the map being unintuitive as hell and the seemingly never ending puzzles where many of them were 90's adventure game levels of obtuse butchered the experience for me and I don't see myself ever returning to it again which is a shame… Expand
  14. Steyraus
    May 24, 2022
    10
    If your a fan if true survival horror you need to try this game out..Sure it fall short of the REs and SHs, but it's a damn good effort..Amazing atmosphere with well balanced gameplay just like the legends use to do..I love the protagonist, she is instantly compelling in the best way making you want to save her.
  15. pflac
    May 3, 2022
    10
    Magnificent game. The developers really know what elements make a good survival horror game and they are executed beautifully. Brings back a lot of mechanics from Resident Evil and Silent Hill, including some iconic jumpscares. The graphics are amazing and the stiff animations / clunky combat fit very well in this setting. The story is creepy as hell! And the game isn't short at all so itMagnificent game. The developers really know what elements make a good survival horror game and they are executed beautifully. Brings back a lot of mechanics from Resident Evil and Silent Hill, including some iconic jumpscares. The graphics are amazing and the stiff animations / clunky combat fit very well in this setting. The story is creepy as hell! And the game isn't short at all so it has time to build up tension and a complex story. 10/10!… Expand
  16. Bemazis
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    this game is amazing we need more like tormented souls, im a huge fan of survival horrors, but the genre saddly is kinda dead, so this was a diamond and i hope people understand that fans want a good survival horror thats all we ask
  17. undeadborn
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    Fantastic for old school horror games fans. The puzzles are quite interesting and well implemented. Animations and voice acting are clunky but is understandable for an indie game. We need more games like these.
  18. Welkin
    Mar 9, 2022
    5
    + They nailed what made these classics horror games addicting to play
    + I really enjoyed all the nods to classic horror games . The alleyway camera shot from SH1 , The Lisa Trevor door below the stairs , The save Chris/Jill aspect near the end , The Fatal Frame 2 twins parallel
    - The story leaves a lot to be desired . It's extremely predictable , poorly voice acted and not in a fun way ,    + They nailed what made these classics horror games addicting to play
    + I really enjoyed all the nods to classic horror games . The alleyway camera shot from SH1 , The Lisa Trevor door below the stairs , The save Chris/Jill aspect near the end , The Fatal Frame 2 twins parallel
    - The story leaves a lot to be desired . It's extremely predictable , poorly voice acted and not in a fun way , it's all over the place in terms of themes as it manages to include pretty much every trope under the sun , many things are left completely unexplained and the main character is hilariously slow to grasp what is actually going on
    - It feels weird to say at first but there are WAY too many puzzles to deal with . This wouldn't haven't been a problem if they weren't so obtuse though . Without a guide good luck solving many of them as I strongly believe that some of these were harder than everything in RE and even the Riddles from Silent Hill when set on hard
    - I get the idea behind the game not holding your hand but the map is just awful and doesn't help you whatsoever . Even the old Resident Evil and Silent Hill games weren't this "hardcore"
    - Combat is pretty bad and gets quite repetitive    … Expand
  19. 21gramos
    Feb 20, 2022
    9
    Un verdadero survival horror de esos clásicos de ps2, asombra el nivel de sus puzzles, de lo mejor del género en estos últimos años
  20. benyamxn
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    I usually watch streams for these kinds of horror games, but for some reason, this flew under my radar; and oh boy, I'm so thankful that I got to experience it myself. This game clearly has some nods to original RE games, especially RE1, and Silent Hill 2/3. It excels in everything that made those games iconic and does a lot more. This includes but is not limited to: game atmosphere,I usually watch streams for these kinds of horror games, but for some reason, this flew under my radar; and oh boy, I'm so thankful that I got to experience it myself. This game clearly has some nods to original RE games, especially RE1, and Silent Hill 2/3. It excels in everything that made those games iconic and does a lot more. This includes but is not limited to: game atmosphere, puzzles, and story.
    The amount of highly polished content you get for your purchase is insane. So do support these guys if you're into classic survival horror titles like the ones I mentioned.

    **Mild Spoilers Ahead**
    They nailed the sound design, atmosphere, and the PUZZLES! I find the puzzles in this game miles better than both RE and SH puzzles.
    The story was very well constructed and everything neatly came together in my opinion, you might be able to guess some plot points earlier but I didn't find it to be that much of an issue.
    I find the voice acting to be somewhat bad in a way that makes it charming, similar to RE1, so I actually liked this part about the game.
    The only part which isn't good nor "too bad it's good" was the character animations in cutscenes; that said, they certainly don't annoy that much and there aren't that many cutscenes like that to begin with.

    Overall, I loved this game and it kinda pisses me off seeing how a lot of media outlets just passed by this masterpiece.    … Expand
  21. SOLID_SNAKE_kw
    Feb 13, 2022
    10
    Woooow Orginal concept with creative puzzle that brought back classic horror to the fullest
  22. djdizzy
    Feb 7, 2022
    10
    If you grew up on classic 90s survival horror (RE, Silent Hill) and wish they’d bring it back just once more then this is a must-buy. It’s genuinely spooky with a well done build on tension. It’s authentic to classic survival horror down to the cheesy voice acting and tank controls (if you opt for them). It does have an alternate modern control scheme, think of the 2 control options inIf you grew up on classic 90s survival horror (RE, Silent Hill) and wish they’d bring it back just once more then this is a must-buy. It’s genuinely spooky with a well done build on tension. It’s authentic to classic survival horror down to the cheesy voice acting and tank controls (if you opt for them). It does have an alternate modern control scheme, think of the 2 control options in the RE1 Remake. You can tell that Tormented Souls was a passion project by the attention to detail. I can’t forget to add that the puzzles and music are fantastic. The puzzles make you think and are not too obtuse. The game supplies you with everything you need to solve them and they’re really well done. Can I just say the save room music in this game is *chef’s kiss*… Expand
  23. STARSTRIKER187
    Feb 3, 2022
    9
    I bought this title because I was a fan of survival horror when I was growing up. I was raised playing games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill.

    This game pays a nice tribute to those games and does so brilliantly. The atmosphere, music and setting are quite creepy. The puzzles are challenging and fun. There's some back tracking so make sure you kill everything so you don't bump into it    I bought this title because I was a fan of survival horror when I was growing up. I was raised playing games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill.

    This game pays a nice tribute to those games and does so brilliantly.

    The atmosphere, music and setting are quite creepy. The puzzles are challenging and fun. There's some back tracking so make sure you kill everything so you don't bump into it again.

    The only gripe I have is that the camera angles change suddenly forcing you to adjust the analogue stick to keep you going in the right direction. I've played about 3 hours and enjoying it.    … Expand
  24. Celsoadelima
    Dec 23, 2021
    10
    This game is so wonderfull. Esse jogo é maravilhoso. É aquilo que a Capcom deveria apresentar em Resident Evil. Mas eles preferem insistir em tentar agradar a todos e acabam desapontando os fãs de survivor horror.
  25. awar_7
    Dec 20, 2021
    8
    No nos engañemos, este juego probablemente solo te va a gustar si viviste la época dorada de los survival horror. Si es tu caso, prepárate para disfrutar de una buena patada de nostalgia, con controles clásicos, puzzles que te harán quedarte bloqueado durante horas y una música y ambientación que se inspira claramente en aquellos Resident Evil y Silent Hill de la era de los 128 bits. MuyNo nos engañemos, este juego probablemente solo te va a gustar si viviste la época dorada de los survival horror. Si es tu caso, prepárate para disfrutar de una buena patada de nostalgia, con controles clásicos, puzzles que te harán quedarte bloqueado durante horas y una música y ambientación que se inspira claramente en aquellos Resident Evil y Silent Hill de la era de los 128 bits. Muy recomendable.… Expand
  26. MohammadMatin
    Dec 13, 2021
    10
    The best spychological horor after a long time from Silent Hill. Theres no reason for fell down the controller and play another game. You to play this game right know !!! Enjoy
  27. MrBigMouse
    Dec 12, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To whomever thought up the idea you are using in this game to save your progress. I have two words for you.
    FU@K Y*U!!!!!!!
    2 Plus hours of game play and now saving point?????
    You're an @$$ hole.    … Expand
  28. SeparatedMiles
    Nov 4, 2021
    0
    While clearly influenced by Resident Evil and Silent Hill, and as such a Resident Evil clone from days of old, it does not try to hide this and in fact pays homage to it's inspirations in a tasteful manor adding it's own charm in the process.

    for a small indie company they produced a beautiful game that is comparable to many AAA titles this day and age and other than some clunky    While clearly influenced by Resident Evil and Silent Hill, and as such a Resident Evil clone from days of old, it does not try to hide this and in fact pays homage to it's inspirations in a tasteful manor adding it's own charm in the process.

    for a small indie company they produced a beautiful game that is comparable to many AAA titles this day and age and other than some clunky movement the games mechanics and it's use of varying tools and physics is great, locking areas not only behind physical items, such as keys, but other methods too which I hadn't seen.

    In terms of narrative I hadn't been so gripped by a story in a long, LONG time and this game had me gripped from the get go and uses notes to fill gaps in beautifully.    … Expand
  29. visiblelight7
    Nov 1, 2021
    9
    This is an old school horror love poem for us 90s kids who got into RE. ITS A MASTERPIECE DOING THAT.
  30. Yiprajosie
    Oct 31, 2021
    10
    This 10 rating is based on tormented souls as a survival horror game. If your an oldshcool survival horror fan this game thinks all boxes including dodgy dialogue
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Cubed3
    Feb 21, 2023
    70
    Tormented Souls is a great nostalgia trip taking full advantage of updated graphics and controls to bring a tense, uncomfortable trip for all willing to risk it. Worth taking the time on by both fans of the genre and newcomers wondering what all the fuss is about. Turn those lights on full, open the curtains and prepare to have nightmares.
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  2. Movies Games and Tech
    Mar 6, 2022
    70
    As an indie game Tormented Souls is never going to reach Bloodborne or Resident Evil level of polish but that’s ok. Despite its lower end graphics (compared to the latest titles on current generation, and even last generation consoles) it holds up. It holds up because it plays on that nostalgia for the survival horror games of old.
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  3. Worth Playing
    Jan 27, 2022
    68
    I found Tormented Souls to be just intriguing enough to be worth checking out if you have the time. It's a lesson in where survival-horror games have come from and what stories can still be told within the genre. With a little more modernization within the combat and cleaner visuals, this probably could have been an underground classic.
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