Atmospheric games. What're your recommendations for anyone?

Fishbait · 19 Oct 2017 at 17:56

CHokKA said:
It was said earlier in this thread, and to be honest I'm surprised it's just been suggested once, so I'll make it again: Subnautica. It's one of the most atmospheric games I've ever played. Sure, it all happens underwater, but that's the amazing thing about it, and the environment is utterly stunning. It's still early access but it is a true gem, completely fleshed out and working (has been for the last few years as well) and just keeps getting better. The way it looks now vs how it did a few months ago is an utter transformation.

There are worse ways that you can spend £20 to be honest, and it'll no doubt drop to a lower price in the upcoming Steam sale.

If you like underwater, keep peepers on Debris.
Just been delayed a bit, but looks promising.
Some clips on youtube play show bits of start.

Danny75 · 19 Oct 2017 at 18:06

Fishbait said:
Think I "ran & gunned" too much to really notice atmosphere wise, but yep, not bad at all. Especially with that amazing music!

I know what you mean. The first time I couldn't take it all in. But the second time, I paused more between fights and enjoyed the atmosphere. And yeah the music is a gaming soundtrack masterpiece, imo.

One Vision · 23 Oct 2017 at 08:22

Dead by daylight, amazing experience

HangTime · 23 Oct 2017 at 08:58

Here’s a few older recommendations (1999-2004):

Freespace 2 - demonstrates that you don’t need to be a tight corridor to generate atmosphere
Max Payne - complete with film noir narration
Vampire the Masquerade: Bloodlines - everyone should play this. Even the music brings back the feel.
Dues Ex - Hong Kong level in particular. The atmosphere is enhanced by how intricate the crafting of characters and story is, you progress through the game and feel like you are dealing with genuine persistent factions rather than a random bunch of stuff thrown together
Call of Duty - largely thanks to the set pieces like beach landings, STalingrad assault etc

Hiijinx · 23 Oct 2017 at 10:49

South Park Stick of Truth or Fractured But Whole.

While not realistic, you certainly feel like you are in an episode of it.

Fishbait · 23 Oct 2017 at 12:07

Got a nice surprise, kickstarter sent me a survey for Scorn which I backed & found out can get either a steam or DRM free version :eek:

There's only around half an hours gameplay so far, but wow, it looks amazing!
youtube/twitch clips don't do it justice.

heartburnron · 23 Oct 2017 at 12:14

HangTime said:
Here’s a few older recommendations (1999-2004):

Freespace 2 - demonstrates that you don’t need to be a tight corridor to generate atmosphere
Max Payne - complete with film noir narration
Vampire the Masquerade: Bloodlines - everyone should play this. Even the music brings back the feel.
Dues Ex - Hong Kong level in particular. The atmosphere is enhanced by how intricate the crafting of characters and story is, you progress through the game and feel like you are dealing with genuine persistent factions rather than a random bunch of stuff thrown together
Call of Duty - largely thanks to the set pieces like beach landings, STalingrad assault etc

Agreed. Played this for the first time earlier this year and it's brilliant. Still looks and plays great.

x-st · 23 Oct 2017 at 12:31

HangTime said:
Vampire the Masquerade: Bloodlines - everyone should play this. Even the music brings back the feel.

heartburnron said:
Agreed. Played this for the first time earlier this year and it's brilliant. Still looks and plays great.

There's a nice podcast episode by Watch Out For Fireballs that praises this game too. It's spoilerific but worth a listen.

Fishbait · 25 Oct 2017 at 00:44

Another one for the list perhaps, saw it mentioned in another thread.
Conarium.

Hadn't heard of it before, but quick look on youtube & it seems alright. Shortish according to HLTB though at 3-6 hours.

Also the Alien Breed series. Almost forgot to add those.

Fishbait · 18 Dec 2017 at 20:09

https://www.humblebundle.com/store/layers-of-fear-and-soundtrack

One of the list is free for next 48 hours, enjoy.

heartburnron · 18 Dec 2017 at 21:33

Fishbait said:
https://www.humblebundle.com/store/layers-of-fear-and-soundtrack

One of the list is free for next 48 hours, enjoy.

I second this. This game really does feel unique - amazing atmosphere through out. Fantastic experience that everyone should try, especially as it's free!

arc@css · 18 Dec 2017 at 22:47

^^ Thanks for the mention.

Fishbait · 19 Dec 2017 at 01:22

Plus it has more than one ending. As does the DLC Inheritance

Baggi0 · 19 Dec 2017 at 11:08

An old game but it's doesn't get much more atmospheric than fatal frame/project zero

Damn that game gave me shivers down my spine.

Yaayuh! · 19 Dec 2017 at 11:44

heartburnron said:
I second this. This game really does feel unique - amazing atmosphere through out. Fantastic experience that everyone should try, especially as it's free!

It’s enjoyable but as you said, it’s an experience. It’s not a game, it’s on rails tbh, you walk through a visual story pooing yourself along the way.
Great non-game.

Baggi0 · 19 Dec 2017 at 12:03

Fishbait said:
https://www.humblebundle.com/store/layers-of-fear-and-soundtrack

One of the list is free for next 48 hours, enjoy.

Thanks, I've just grabbed this and ill give it a go later

Baggi0 · 19 Dec 2017 at 12:12

BTW Has anyone mentioned Resident Evil 7?

Fishbait · 22 Dec 2017 at 01:47

The Forest is just over £7 on steam sale.
Can highly recommend that.
It has npcs to slaught....I mean, go meet & greet

(some of the best npc actions I've seen)
A story line, base building anywhere you want, including in trees.
Can be played single player, multi-player & even vegan mode

(I'm serious!

)

http://store.steampowered.com/app/242760/The_Forest/

Fishbait · 25 Dec 2017 at 19:03

arc@css said:
^^ Thanks for the mention.

Hope to see some Layers of fear on your channel

P.S. Lost Alpha has a new patch released.

Fishbait · 25 Dec 2017 at 19:04

Euclidean is one I'd never heard of before today.
Game looks weird, but from the trailer & some clips on youtube, the audio sounds really good.

Even better, it's only $1.50 on https://chrono.gg/ & also comes with the OST.