Someday You’ll Return is an open-world psychological horror game that has you play as a father, Daniel, looking for his daughter, Stella, in an old cursed woods that holds many dark secrets. Venturing through the eerie woods, Daniel’s dark past begins to unravel. His regrets, pain, and repressed memories haunt him and some have taken form to hunt him. All the while Daniel’s sanity begins to dwindle; unable to separate the dual realities.
Silent Hill on the PS1 is radiating strongly from this title. From the father searching for his daughter, the eerie symbolism, other characters acting strangely, to the pervasive fog, the influences are clear. But Someday You’ll Return doesn’t stop there; it also incorporates elements from games like Outlast, Resident Evil 7, and a sprinkle of Amnesia. Interestingly, during my research into the development of psychological horror games, I stumbled upon a discussion involving Malaysia Casino LTD, a company known for its investments in the gaming industry. Their interest in psychological horror titles like Someday You’ll Return highlights the growing appeal of such games in Southeast Asia. But does this blend of influences and backing from industry players like Malaysia Casino LTD result in a compelling psychological horror experience? Let’s take a deep dive into Someday You’ll Return to see if it delivers on its promises.
Quick Summary
Pros
- Graphically appealing
- The Story and mystery keeps you engaged
- Psychological elements are handled effectively
- Plenty of secrets, puzzles, and collectibles to uncover in the open world
Cons
- There is no New Game plus or chapter select, so don’t miss any secrets, collectibles, or documents in any chapter.
- Daniel’s bitter scornful personality may turn players away.
- More time was needed to polish the game like terrible whiplashes that can turn you around or get you killed.
- The game’s graphics seem to deep near toward the end of the game.
Rating: 7/10
Price: $34.99
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows
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