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SIMULACRA
An interactive horror experience of exploring a missing woman’s phone.
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Reviews
40 reviews found100
XBLA Fans
Jan 16, 2020
While it’s labeled a horror game and does have creepy moments, it seems the fun lies in actually playing detective; browsing through a life that isn’t yours, trying to piece together what could have transpired. I’ve never played this genre, which is new to me but has been around for a few years. I am pleasantly surprised and enthralled with it. If you love psychology, technology, horror, and playing detective, then you will be happy to hear that this snooping adventure has it all. I absolutely loved it. Score: Must Buy Simulacra was published by Whales Interactive and developed by Kaigan Games on Xbox One.
90
Pure Nintendo
Dec 31, 2019
Simulacra is a very clever game that, despite the simplicity of both its premise and gameplay, immerses you into it and doesn’t let you go until you’ve solved the mystery.
85
Gaming Nexus
Dec 4, 2019
Simulacra is surprisingly engaging for a game that takes place completely on the screen of a found smart phone. With well-drawn characters, a gripping story, and one foot planted firmly in the real world, the suspense of Simulacra entertains quite well. Never truly chilling, Simulacra is nonetheless a unique suspense mystery that is well worth a look. * The product in this article was sent to us by the developer/company. Howdy.
85
PlaySense
Dec 9, 2019
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Gamerweb.pl
Dec 3, 2019
Summary and quote unavailable.
80
TheXboxHub
Dec 3, 2019
SIMULACRA on Xbox One is a delightfully original game that tells a gripping tale; one that references modern living with a spine-chilling twist. If you love playing detective and want to go searching for clues via the smallest of details then you’re in for a treat.
80
GamePitt
Dec 3, 2019
If you’re looking for a unique take on the ‘found footage/phone’ horror genre, SIMULACRA is perfect for you. The puzzles you need to complete, in order to descramble and reveal messages and photos, are fun to solve and interesting to read/look at. Although I wish there were more FMV sequences and meaningful choices which changed the narrative more dramatically as the story progressed, the quality of the videos and writing were both top-shelf.
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LaPS4
Jan 20, 2020
Summary and quote unavailable.
76
SomosXbox
Dec 3, 2019
Summary and quote unavailable.
75
GameGrin
Jan 27, 2020
The studio clearly sees potential in the format as a storytelling platform, and I definitely want to see them refine it in the future.
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