Silt

Release Date: June 1, 2022

Adventure, 2D, arcade elements, under water, indie games, side-scroll, experimental/artistic, Surrealism, exploration games, singleplayer

7.3

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An adventure game in which we explore the mysteries of the deep sea. In Silt we play as a diver exploring a surreal underwater world alone. The protagonist can take control of some sea creatures, which allows him to solve environmental puzzles.

Plot
Mechanics
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Silt is an adventure game, in which we can find elements characteristic for the bestseller Limbo and warmly welcomed Abzu. Game was developed by independent studio Spiral Circus and was published by Sold Out.

Plot

Silt takes us on a journey to the intriguing underwater world. During the game we play as a diver who discovers the secrets of the deep sea. The protagonist travels alone, but from time to time he can count on help from the creatures inhabiting the bottom of the ocean.

Mechanics

Silt is a side-scroller. The gameplay is slow-paced and you explore the sea depths in a peaceful manner, admiring the surreal world full of fantastic structures, strange life forms, unexplored ruins and ancient machinery that can terrify and delight at the same time. The protagonist has the ability to take control of selected sea creatures and, using their abilities, can remove obstacles encountered along the way or solve environmental puzzles that block the way forward.

Technical aspects

Silt features monochromatic graphics, which combined with an atmospheric soundtrack creates a unique atmosphere.

Videos and Screens

[1:29] Silt launch trailer #2

[0:59] Silt trailer #2 (Nintendo Switch)

7.3

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 51% of Critics. There are 38 Critic Reviews.

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VGC: 3 / 5 by Jordan Middler

A year from now we’re unlikely to be able to recount an incredible puzzle or ingenious solution, but Silt’s lasting impression of incredible art and perfectly pitched atmosphere will be giving us nightmares for some time.

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Push Square: 8 / 10 by Liam Croft

It takes nothing away from the real triumph Silt is, though, with stunning visuals, disturbing sound cues, and an enjoyable gameplay loop. Silt represents what's so special about indies: a great game just outside the norm.

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Pure Nintendo: 7 / 10 by Roger Reichardt

The strength of Silt is in the atmosphere it creates. The art and the sound provide a horror-like vibe to this adventure puzzle game. And both of those aspects will pull you into the weird and mysterious world that Silt creates. The game doesn't hold your hand in any of the puzzles. And while most times this isn't an issue, as the puzzles are reasonably short and contained, it's the lengthier ones where this can cause some frustration. Overall, Silt provides a unique experience, just not a perfect one.

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