Layers of Fear (2016)

First off this game is gorgeous. Second, this game has very cool jumpscares. The story is even better, telling the story of a broken family and the effects that mental illness has on a genius. The game as you go forward grows darker and darker and the world around you starts to take a nightmarish look. The game will have questioning your existence and world in this game. Now this game has some problems like the process of getting another ending and how the game gets to stop being scary after awile. But mark my words this game is incredible and if you really enjoy it check out the Inheritance DLC that takes you into a different perspective and art style.

The gameplay for this title is extremely slow paced, yet it shows what insanity would look like if you could actually see it. I enjoyed the ending because it was equally satisfying as it was disturbing. It could've used more puzzles though, just to keep it a bit more interesting. By the end I was almost wanting it to be over because of anticipation while at the same time because of a lack of action or required thinking. Overall it's a good game but might not be the best choice for everyone. Personally I enjoyed it.

This game has one of the best dark/scary tones ever for a psychological horror. The game does great messing with your head. Along with the presence of horror, you need a great soundtrack... This game delivers, giving a fantastic dark soundtrack that sometimes leaves you in the main menu listening or in game enjoying it all. They made some horrifically amazing paintings that will raise your eyebrow and make you think "that's weird and disgusting". The story is told great from the pov of the dad/husband. I would have to say my favorite thing was seeing how his insanity progressed and how his perspective of the house gets into a worsened state. My word of advice to all that play is... You NEED to finish the game and get all 3 endings, (worth it) there is a variety of choices in where to go so have fun. Also make sure you collect all memory items, rat drawings, and letters/art. Enjoy this horror game because there aren't many as good or better than this. Definitely one to remember! -Joey U

Some people complain about how slow the game is or how they cant do much but look around and walk in this game. The thing is, that's the point of this game and makes it better than other horror games. It's very psychological. Any time I felt like the game was starting to repeat, it would twist and surprise me. I haven't been this scared in a long time. The trick to getting the full experience is to take your time and explore everything slowly. I promise this game will raise goosebumps, widen your eyes, and get your heart racing. Some parts might make you not want to open the door or look at that only thing lit up in the room, but to get further, you have to. I had to pause the game many times and take a few breaths before moving on. Sometimes my fear level got too high to continue and I had to stop and play something else haha. The controls do take a little time to get the hang of, but it's worth it. Great game and I'll be recommending it to everyone.

DO YOU LIKE SCAREY MOVIES?!? This game is guaranteed to get your heart pounding and want to put on a night light for bed. Slow start, and seems boring, but wait till you dive into the brain of the main character. Miss something, great replay value. The game changes as you replay (I remember this door, something jumped at me before, wait, not this time weird, oh well....You turn around and something grabs you!!! That didn't happen in the first playthrough?!? GENIUS:)