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  • Summary: Scorn is an atmospheric first person horror adventure game set in a nightmarish universe of odd forms and somber tapestry. It is designed around an idea of "being thrown into the world". Isolated and lost inside this dream-like world you will explore different interconnected regions in aScorn is an atmospheric first person horror adventure game set in a nightmarish universe of odd forms and somber tapestry. It is designed around an idea of "being thrown into the world". Isolated and lost inside this dream-like world you will explore different interconnected regions in a non-linear fashion. The unsettling environment is a character itself. Every location contains its own theme (story), puzzles and characters that are integral in creating a cohesive lived in world. Throughout the game you will open up new areas, acquire different skill sets, weapons, various items and try to comprehend the sights presented to you. Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 17
  2. Negative: 2 out of 17
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 25, 2024
    80
    The game's greatest strength is definitely its brilliant wordless narrative, where you piece together the fate of a dead civilization and the creature you play as in your head. Scorn is an experience that any fan of oppressive atmospheres and rotting flesh should not miss. [Issue#323]
  2. Oct 14, 2022
    80
    Scorn, with its mix of puzzles, horror, monsters and exploration, is a unique and alienating experience that you'll love or hate.
  3. Oct 30, 2022
    78
    We know it sounds cliche, but Scorn is not a game for everyone. It has plenty of issues, but if it clicks with you, you’ll certainly enjoy it.
  4. Oct 14, 2022
    70
    Scorn isn’t for everyone. Gameplay lacks depth and it is definitely on the short side. But none of that matters once you take in the incredible art direction and haunting atmosphere. Scorn may not be a great game at times, but as far as experiences go, this is a most memorable one.
  5. Oct 17, 2022
    70
    It's great that the creative vision of the developer is out there in the world of Scorn. The bold choice of not having any hints about what to do and no leading narrative is a courageous one; one that I applaud. What lets Scorn down though is the fact that the puzzles aren't that inspiring, a bit too bland.
  6. Nov 14, 2022
    68
    Scorn it’s a f***ing ugly game. And at the same time, it’s really f***ing beautiful. Maybe one of a kind.
  7. Oct 18, 2022
    20
    Trap... that's actually the perfect word...So much about Scorn feels like a trap. It’s designed to cost you progress, to waste your time, and some might think this burdensome despair is some sort of brilliance on the part of the developers. To someone who values their finite time on Earth, it’s snide crap that shows contempt for its audience at every opportunity...I have nothing but contempt for it in turn.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 84 out of 136
  2. Negative: 38 out of 136
  1. Oct 15, 2022
    10
    absolutely weird and gruesomely beautiful game with the strangest environment ever seen, mysterious and horrific just like i want and theabsolutely weird and gruesomely beautiful game with the strangest environment ever seen, mysterious and horrific just like i want and the puzzles get a bit challenging but fun to solve, I wish they included more combat in the beginning, Expand
  2. Oct 17, 2022
    10
    Played this game on my Xbox series s, I was surprised how god the game goes on my tv, out of that for people who enjoy puzzles and the HR artPlayed this game on my Xbox series s, I was surprised how god the game goes on my tv, out of that for people who enjoy puzzles and the HR art and some gore is perfect. Expand
  3. Oct 15, 2022
    10
    Muy bueno, no es algo perfecto. Pero muy bueno para romper cabezas con esos acertijos
  4. Oct 16, 2022
    8
    I’m not a huge fan of puzzle games but this one keeps me interested with its dark mysterious world. I think this game really nailed it withI’m not a huge fan of puzzle games but this one keeps me interested with its dark mysterious world. I think this game really nailed it with the survival parts it feels like I’m always down to my last bar after every act and low on ammo. The way the world moves and how the puzzles and reloading your weapons look are amazing to me. Using guides will help you enjoy this game more if you get stuck. Expand
  5. Oct 16, 2022
    8
    This game is bizarre, fresh and interesting. The only down side is the game is too short and can be beaten in less than 3-4 hours.

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    This game is bizarre, fresh and interesting. The only down side is the game is too short and can be beaten in less than 3-4 hours.

    + Interesting puzzles, although a bit frustrating at times.

    + Fresh artistic approach sets it apart from other games.

    + Great atmospheric music.

    - Too short.

    - Can be beaten once and you’re done.
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  6. Oct 15, 2022
    4
    Great aesthetic and cool puzzles paired with awful, broken combat that breaks the game.
  7. Oct 19, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Before playing, I expected it to be something like Doom, but the reality is opposite, this game is stopped. Expand

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