Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Adventure
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
Huntsman: The Orphanage (2013)
A Hybrid of Horror-Survival Gaming and ‘Creepypasta’ Storytelling
Huntsman: The Orphanage is an indie 3D first-person horror-mystery game developed by Silicon Games and released in 2013. The game is a hybrid of horror-survival gaming and ‘creepypasta’ storytelling, delivering rich dialogue, complex characters, and atmospheric settings at the same time as it takes away violence as your only way out. No blood, no gore… just good old-fashioned suspense!
Gameplay
You play as an unnamed protagonist who is investigating the legend of The Huntsman, a mysterious figure who is said to haunt the old orphanage. Your only equipment is your smartphone, which you can use to take pictures, record sounds, and access the internet. You must explore the old orphanage buildings and grounds, search for clues, and interview the remaining staff and children to uncover the truth behind the children’s disappearances.
The game is played from a first-person perspective, and you must use your wits to survive. There is no combat in the game, so you must rely on stealth and puzzle-solving to progress. The game’s atmosphere is dark and oppressive, and the sound design is excellent, creating a truly immersive experience.
Story
The story of Huntsman: The Orphanage is told through a series of flashbacks and interviews. You will learn about the history of the orphanage and the children who lived there. You will also learn about the legend of The Huntsman, and the mysterious circumstances surrounding the children’s disappearances.
The story is well-written and engaging, and the characters are well-developed. The game does a great job of building suspense and keeping you guessing until the very end.
Setting
The game is set in an old orphanage that has been abandoned for many years. The orphanage is located in a remote area, and the surrounding woods are dark and foreboding. The orphanage itself is in a state of disrepair, and the atmosphere is one of decay and neglect.
The game’s setting is incredibly atmospheric, and it helps to create a truly immersive experience. The orphanage is a creepy and unsettling place, and you will feel a sense of dread as you explore its dark hallways and abandoned rooms.
Characters
You will meet a variety of characters in Huntsman: The Orphanage, including the remaining staff and children of the orphanage. Each character has their own unique story to tell, and you will learn more about the orphanage and The Huntsman as you talk to them.
The characters are well-developed and believable, and they help to bring the story to life. You will feel sympathy for the children who have been traumatized by their experiences, and you will be determined to help them find peace.
Overall
Huntsman: The Orphanage is a well-crafted horror game that will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. The game’s story is engaging, the characters are well-developed, and the setting is atmospheric and creepy. If you are a fan of horror games, then you should definitely check out Huntsman: The Orphanage.
Score: 7/10
Review Score
7/10
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