BrokenLore: LOW

The game is not optimized whatsoever. I had to lower my resolution several settings down so that I could walk in the main town without it stuttering, with the graphics settings on medium. Never ever had to do that before with an indie game. Still ended up stuttering again during the final boss. I love playing short horror story games like this, whether the story is good or bad, but I'd like to be able to actually PLAY it without it being so choppy. Skip this entry of BrokenLore and play the Don't Watch one instead. It is both optimized and has a better story.

Unexpectedly dope but short game. 66 minutes and its over. I'm glad they have more of these games..

At first, I thought Brokenlore: LOW was trying to capitalize on Silent Hill’s eerie vibe, but it carves its own path, which I appreciated. The atmosphere starts off average but grows creepier as you explore, creating an immersive experience. While it leans heavily into the walking simulator genre, it weaves in just enough story-driven action to keep things engaging. That said, the game feels like the opening chapter of a larger narrative, as Serafini Productions plans to tie its story to future releases. [h2]Pros[/h2] [b]- Cost:[/b] Affordable, making it accessible for most players. [b]- Playtime:[/b] Short (a few hours), perfect for those juggling work, school, or life. It’s ideal for streamers needing content for a quick session or players wanting a concise, compelling story. [b]- Linux-Friendly:[/b] Runs out of the box, no tweaks needed. [b]- Thematic Depth:[/b] Rooted in Japanese folklore, offering a fresh take for fans of yokai and cultural storytelling. [h2]Cons[/h2] [b]- Exploration:[/b] Limited opportunities for deeper exploration, which left me wanting more. [b]- Graphics Optimization:[/b] Some areas need polish. On my AMD 7600XT (a budget but capable GPU), I had to lower settings in certain scenes to maintain smooth framerates and preserve immersion. [b]- Story Premise:[/b] The main character’s motivation for ending up in the game’s setting felt unclear as to how it didn't raise any red flags, though this may tie into the broader narrative or industry context. [b]- Playtime:[/b] While the short length is a pro for some, it could disappoint players expecting a 10–15-hour experience. [h3]Summary[/h3] Brokenlore: LOW nails a creepy vibe that ramps up into some intense moments where you’re legit running for your life. It’s mostly a walking sim with a bit of object interaction, so don’t expect a ton of action or a super long game like Resident Evil or Silent Hill. If that’s your thing, you might wanna look elsewhere. But if you’re into Japanese folklore, the yokai stuff here is super cool, and the short length makes it a quick, spooky ride. Can’t wait to see how this ties into Serafini Productions’ other games!

The definition of Horror: an intense feeling of fear, shock, or disgust. I feel like this game hit EVERY SINGLE PART OF THE DEFINITION. The game is a great visual story about some really tough topics that are very real that is done in a tasteful yet disturbing fashion. When I played this game, there were several moments of intense interactions where I felt genuine fear and dread. This studio is creating some very astonishing games. Make certain to purchase this game, if you are a horror game enthusiast. I do believe you will be impressed.

BEAUTIFUL VISUALS AND SCARY STORY I WISH it didnt cause me motionsickness from start to finish but enjoyed the game a lot!

rokenLore: LOW is a gorgeously eerie game that dives right into psychological horror. The sound design is hauntingly beautiful and unnerving to leave you feeling like your on the edge of your seat all while exploring themes that you wouldn't normally experience. You can tell that the developers really put a lot of thought into every aspect of the game, from it's stunning visual scenes to the cadence and intonation of how the characters speak. Beautiful narrative, I cannot wait for the next games in the story.

If you are into indie psychological horror games, this is definitely one to check out! The atmosphere had me on edge the entire time. In this game, they definitely tackle real life monsters. At first I felt like everything was moving fast in the story-line. But when I started thinking more on it, I realized that sometimes you never feel like you have the time to react or think when you are going through something. We like to think we know how we would react in certain situations, but you don't until you're in it. I will say, there definitely needs to be a trigger warning in the game. There is one they have on this store page but I think it should also be in the game. Also, the ability to go back to certain chapters would've been nice. Overall, I definitely recommend this game. 8/10

Great game from great developers, I have played the rest of your games and all of them really give those horror vibes. Thank you and keep going!

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