Underplayed Gems

The Dreadful Whispers (2019)

The Dreadful Whispers cover
Developer
Blackthornprod
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure, Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 153 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A somber, introspective platformer where you navigate handcrafted levels filled with foreboding whispers and puzzles that challenge both mind and resolve.

atmosphericdarkchallengingpensivehandcraftedemotionalintrospectivetight platforming

What players say

Players praise the hand-drawn art and atmospheric music, but split on the gameplay, which some find repetitive and others enjoy for its variety. Many finish in under three hours. Controls get repeated complaints for awkwardness.

Trailer

Screenshots

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