Hey everyone.

Just wanted to share an update on this project. I am still not quite happy with my approach to horror games at the moment, but I do find them intriguing enough that I want to try and improve, and eventually build others.

Unfortunately I haven't had much time to work on this before now, but I have finally managed to make some updates regarding the feedback I received from the Feedback Quest jam.

Updates:

•    Added more general guidance for all stages of the game.

Originally I left the player to discover almost anything regarding progressing through the game. It worked up to a point but many players were left not sure what route to take, or how various aspects of the game worked.

As a result I have added objectives that highlight what a player should look to do next. Hopefully it clarifies things.

Also I provided some information on how the Knife and Rot work when they become relevant in the story.

•    Added more health items

The knife allows the player to see more, see symbols and helps the player defend themselves, However while equipped it also damages the player. As a result I have added some more health items to help deal with this.

•    Reduced bloom

My plan originally was to have a brightness setting for the game but I haven't been able to implement this at this time. So I have turned down the standard bloom settings, although it will still be quite bright when using the knife.

•    Corrected Typos

I have corrected some typos and re-written some of the game's dialogue to hopefully be clearer.

Hopefully I can make further updates at a later date.

For me horror games differ in that they are not necessarily about a game mechanic (although they can be), they are more about gradually building atmosphere, tension and fear (so it not as straightforward for me as other projects). 

But I like a challenge and so I will continue to try and get better at it.

As always many thanks to all those who check the game out. I hope you get some enjoyment from it.

All the best

Circumpunk