Whispers of the Eyeless

Release Date: January 30, 2025 Early Access

Strategy, fantasy, turn-based, roguelike, horror, RPG elements, 2D, Polish, indie games, singleplayer

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A combination of an RPG and a strategy game. Whispers of the Eyeless is about managing the cult of the Dead Gods. Our obligations include gaining new followers, maintaining their devotion, completing turn-based battles with enemies, expanding the sanctuary and taking full control of the grim city of Aranthor.

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Whispers of the Eyeless is a game on the border of RPGs and strategies, in which we lead a cult. It was developed by the independent Polish team Evil Gingerbread Studio, employing Michal "Venris" Cieczko and the authors of mods under the SFO: Grimhammer banner.

Story

Whispers of the Eyeless transports us to a grim fantasy world. The never-ending struggle for power, ancient secrets, and numerous dangers have brought the city of Aranthor to the brink of collapse. During the game we take on the role of the First Prophet, who arrives in Aranthor to bring to life the dark Cult of Dead Gods. It depends on us whether and at what cost he will manage to bring about the emergence of the gods of Wrath, Desire, and Madness.

Managing a sect

Our main duty in Whispers of the Eyeless is managing the cult, which involves the need to recruit followers and get rid of enemies, as well as paying homage to individual deities.

When training cultists and assigning them tasks such as gathering resources, expanding the influence of the sect, or fighting rivals, it is important to pay attention to their unique features, which may prove useful.

We also need to take care of their level of dedication to our cause, as eradicating doubt from the minds of followers can prove to be very difficult. Maintaining this indicator at the appropriate level is facilitated by rituals, which additionally provide us with various blessings.

Turn-based combat

Our cult does not lack opponents (mainly followers of the Living Gods), so we often have to fight. The battles take place in turn-based mode, and during them we must not only use the abilities of the characters, but also make use of the powers of the Dead Gods.

It is worth remembering that conflicts, especially those in which we engage deities, "drain" our mental health. The risks involved are worth it, because victories provide us with influence and resources (on the other hand, defeat weakens our control over Aranthor).

City to conquer

The city that is the arena of our activities has been divided into districts, each of which can be a source of valuable resources and important alliances for us. We're talking about the Old Town, underground dungeons (where we can find relics and forbidden knowledge, but also dangerous traps) or the High City (inhabited by the elite of Aranthor).

Our command center, on the other hand, is the Sanctuary, which we develop as we progress according to our own whims, expanding it with such rooms as the reliquary (where relics are stored) or the hall of faith (for training students). The bigger our house is, the more blessings can flow to us, but on the other hand - the more we attract the attention of enemies.

Game modes

In addition to the standard gameplay variant, a Fate's Mirror module has been implemented in Whispers of the Eyeless, which enriches the game with mechanics from the roguelike genre. It offers scenarios and other elements generated randomly, as well as modifiers affecting the gameplay.

Graphics

The two-dimensional graphics of Whispers of the Eyeless are maintained in a style reminiscent of the Darkest Dungeon series.

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[1:21] Whispers of the Eyeless - Announcement Trailer

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All Reviews: Very Positive (78)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Art and Sound Design: Many users praised the game's beautiful art style and excellent sound design, noting that it creates an immersive atmosphere reminiscent of titles like *Darkest Dungeon*.
Narrative and Voice Acting: The story and dialogue received positive feedback, with users appreciating the engaging narrative and high-quality voice acting.
Cult Management Mechanics: Players enjoyed the unique cult-building mechanics, allowing for various strategies and choices in gameplay.
Potential for Growth: Several reviews highlighted the game's potential, expressing optimism for future updates and improvements as the game is still in early access.
Replayability: The game offers multiple ways to approach encounters and manage the cult, contributing to its replay value.

The main cons of the game

Short Campaign: Many users criticized the campaign's length, describing it as too short and more akin to a tutorial than a full game experience.
Repetitive Gameplay: Some players found the combat and encounters to be repetitive and lacking depth, with limited strategic options available.
Balancing Issues: Users reported issues with game balancing, particularly regarding the effectiveness of blessings and the impact of RNG (random number generation) on gameplay.
Tedious Mechanics: Some mechanics, such as gearing and town management, were described as tedious and not well-integrated into the overall gameplay loop.
Lack of Explanations: Several reviews mentioned that many game mechanics and systems were not adequately explained, leading to confusion and frustration for new players.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

More Content and Modes: Players expressed a desire for additional game modes and content, including more enemies, stages, and a fuller campaign experience.
Improved Tutorialization: Users called for better tutorials and explanations for game mechanics to help new players understand how to navigate the game's complexity.
Balancing and Impact of Blessings: Many reviews suggested that blessings and abilities need to be buffed or made more impactful to enhance gameplay and progression.
Diversity in Combat: Players wanted more varied combat encounters and strategies, as many felt that the current system reduced combat to a simple attack and watch mechanic.
User Interface Improvements: Some reviews indicated that the user interface could benefit from scaling options for text and a more intuitive layout to improve overall accessibility.

Summary

Overall, while Whispers of the Eyeless has garnered interest and praise for its artistic and narrative elements, players have highlighted several areas needing improvement, particularly regarding content depth and game mechanics.

Summary generated on: February 24, 2025