Devotion
Devotion
Description (IGDB)
‘Devotion’ is a first-person atmospheric horror game set in the 1980s Taiwan. The story centers around a seemingly ordinary family of three that lived in an old apartment complex. Explore the nostalgic house in the 80s where religion plays a significant role in their daily life. When one day the same house that once filled with joy and love had turned into a hell-like nightmare, and by venturing in the haunted and confined space, each puzzle leads you closer to the mysteries nested deep inside.
Histoire (IGDB)
You step into your apartment, 80s music drifts through the air, an idol show plays on the television; a nostalgic setting surely, but what is this feeling of unease? You question this place you used to call “home,” noticing as it distorts with every shift of your eyes, anxious as your surroundings skirt the precipice of the extraordinary. As you push through each memory, uncovering the layers of each mystery, you may find buried in this home, the unsettling truth of those who lived here. “Remember what you prayed for…”
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Critiques de la Presse (Metacritic)
« After delivering the cult-hit Detention, Taiwanese developer Red Candle Games presents its next psychological horror adventure, Devotion. While making the jump from 2D to 3D, the superb presentation and storytelling remain intact. A 1980s Taiwanese condo is faithfully recreated in 3D to the extent that you can almost detect the odour. And while bringing together various art styles in one game, Devotion manages to tell a consistent story as well. »
« Feeling like a successful meeting between Silent Hill 2 and what Remains of Edith Finch, Devotion is magnificently written and disturbing experience. A fantastic, scary, immersive first-person horror journey that you can jump in unquestionably. »
« It’s incredibly easy for people from a western audience (like myself) to dismiss most games from mainland Asia as mobile-based and profit-driven, ignoring the potential indie gems coming from a region rich in cultural history. If you’re after captivating, slow-paced horror with a brilliantly unique cultural perspective and a story surpassing many horror flicks out there, Devotion answers your prayers. »
« Devotion is short and intense, able to tell a deep story in an original and touching way. »
« Home is where the heart is, and Devotion is a shining example of what the horror genre is capable of. »
« We may have no experience of 1980s Taiwan, but Devotion carries the tang of authenticity in both the sharply observed detail of its setting and its more imaginative flourishes, including a gorgeous interactive storybook episode. [Issue#331, p.122] »
« Devotion is terrifying experience backed by a compelling narrative that has a a new lease on life after spending two years removed from sale. Horror fans would do well not to miss it a second time. »
« Devotion’s defining characteristic is its ability to submerge a player in the mood it creates. It is a morbid experience worth having. »
Avis des Joueurs (Metacritic)
« This game is a masterpiece, readily comparable to the Silent Hill franchise. The narrative is exceptionally well-written, and the level of detail is impressive. Playing it was a truly remarkable experience. »
« 优点： 出色的恐怖游戏，很多地方身临其境。表达了一个父亲，选择迷信而不愿直视自己对孩子造成的问题。 缺点： 流程太短，大概只有3小时左右，而且控制的人物移动太慢。 »
« has a good and interesting story about a family I loved how the game looked as well but it is a walking sim which I know will turn some people away from the game I would still suggest it if you like Horror you can no longer get this on steam but the devs put it on their website so if you are interested buy it there »
« Abilityto get us hooked and was abit scary. Liked it »
« Психоделический сказ о дураке, который верил во что угодно, но только не в свою семью, на 2:30 часа геймплея. При узконаправленном игровом процессе - ходи броди крути камерой, игра умудряется разбавлять однотипность всякими атмосферными и круто поставленными сценами, которые являются частью повествования, без всяких второсортных головоломок, а так же удивляет ВАУ приемами, которые не типичны для хоррор жанра, например, фишка с книжкой. Весьма качественная графика для инди проекта. Скримеры редкие, но меткие, вызывают свою дозу мурашек и выкриков. Ну и история, со смыслом. И на десерт, кайфовая музыка в финале. »
« this game is eerie, scarry, it gave me a sense of isolation and disgust throughout my 3 hours of playthrough ... Plz support the developers and buy it from their store ... they deserve so much love and support for making this masterpiece! »
« A truly fascinating and horrifying piece of cultural horror. Devotion tells a remarkably complex story despite its short length, one that puts concepts of love, family, and social dynamics into question the further it goes on. The game itself looks incredible, and the little details put onto textures, sound, and environments make for a distinctly realistic East-Asian atmosphere, one that becomes warped and disturbing as the story unfolds. I do understand that there's a pretty heavy controversy hanging over this game's head. I'm not going to comment on that much as my knowledge of foreign politics -- especially relating to relations between Taiwan and mainland China -- is very minimal. While I can understand the concerns some may have, I do believe there's a fair amount of unjust negative criticism given to the game solely because of the implementation of said controversial subject matter. However, provided the inclusion of said content was done with intent by the developers, I do think it was a somewhat unprofessional move given their understanding of the political climate and the potential backlash that would follow. Quite frankly, the whole controversy seems like a mess on both sides of the argument. Regardless of your feelings on said controversy, I believe the story can still be enjoyed on its own. Apart from the one singular image (which is admittedly hard to find unless you're looking for it), this game has very little to do with politics, and even less so with the modern political landscape. Devotion is instead a much more deep and interpersonal game about many different social issues that were present in 1980s Taiwan, and even still to this day. Its execution is almost flawless, and absolutely deserves more praise now that the dust has settled. »
« This is barely a game. It's a slow-paced piece of interactive fiction, and sadly not an enjoyable one. The story isn't particularly interesting, it reveals itself very slowly, there are no meaningful choices or significant puzzles. I wasted a lot of time wandering around wondering what the next thing I was supposed to activate was. Maybe other people will be grabbed by a sense of suspense, but I got so little out of this. »
