Silence of the Sleep (2014)

Developer: Jesse Makkonen
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie
Rating: 3.7 of 5, 706 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A quiet, unsettling side-scrolling journey through a surreal black-and-white world, driven by moody puzzles and a melancholy search for purpose.

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What players say

Players praise the dark atmosphere and psychological story but strongly criticize the clunky controls, slow character movement, frustrating monster chase sections, and lack of save points. Many quit early due to gameplay issues, though some appreciate it as an ambitious solo project with a unique style.

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