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Gray Dawn

Gray Dawn

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Release Date: June 7, 2018

Adventure, FPP, Thriller, Horror, Indie Games, Religious, Singleplayer

A psychological thriller adventure game, in which the players assume the role of a priest charged with murdering an altar boy during an exorcism. In Gray Dawn, the players observe the action from the first-person perspective, and the gameplay revolves around solving environmental puzzles. The main protagonist is haunted by dark visions that make for the grim atmosphere of the game.

7.0

OpenCritic

8.4

Steam

5.9

Users

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Gray Dawn is an adventure horror game with religion themes developed by Interactive Stone. The game is available on PC Windows.

Plot

The action of Gray Dawn is set in 1920 in a remote English village. Players assume the role of father Abraham – a priest who performed an exorcism on a sick or maybe possessed altar boy. At some point the boy jumped through the window and, even though his body was never found, the priest was accused of murder. In an attempt to avoid the beheading, the main protagonist has to find his protégé as soon as possible. The situation gets even more complicated due to the fact that some unexplainable events start to take place around the priest.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows June 7, 2018

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 April 29, 2024

Xbox One

Xbox One December 22, 2023

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch August 8, 2024

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5 April 29, 2024

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S December 22, 2023

Developer: Interactive Stone

Publisher: Interactive Stone

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Gray Dawn Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-2400 3.1 GHz / AMD FX-8320 3.5 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 770 / 3 GB Radeon R9 280X or better, 6 GB HDD, Windows 7 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Gray Dawn Video Game.

7.0

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 40% of Critics. There are 16 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Nindie Spotlight: 7 / 10 by Justin Nation

Certainly an odd and creepy, but brief, journey filled with enough religious imagery and unease to be somewhat memorable

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VGProfessional: 8.4 / 10 by Mazen Abdallah

Gray Dawn takes on the familiar territory of religion and the supernatural, but it does so with a surprising amount of maturity and dedication. The story will have you scratching your head, but its multiple endings each offer some emotional payoff.

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Rely On Horror: 7 / 10 by William Lockwood

An abstract, intimate tale of grief crafted by a team with enough resources to realize their vision effectively. Its focus on religion and spirituality really helps set it apart from the crowd and it felt cool to inhabit and explore the world of the game. It was also lean and didn't overstay its welcome.

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84%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (1,147)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Visuals and Atmosphere: Many reviews highlight the game's stunning visuals, with detailed environments and creative artistic elements that create a strong atmosphere. The architecture and design, particularly influenced by Romanian culture, are frequently praised.
  • Unique Story and Themes: The game explores deep themes related to religion, guilt, and redemption, which some players found thought-provoking and emotionally impactful.
  • Engaging Puzzles: While some puzzles were described as simple, they were generally seen as fitting within the context of the game and did not overstay their welcome.
  • Potential for Emotional Connection: Several players noted that the narrative has the potential to create a strong emotional connection, especially as it delves into the protagonist's inner conflict.

The main cons of the game

  • Confusing Narrative: A common criticism is the game's jumbled and convoluted narrative, which left many players confused about the story and its progression.
  • Voice Acting Quality: The voice acting, particularly the use of AI-generated voices, was widely criticized as poor and unconvincing, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Short Length: The game is relatively short, typically clocking in at around 3-4 hours, which some players felt limited the experience.
  • Lack of Depth in Gameplay: Some reviewers mentioned that the gameplay felt repetitive or lacked complexity, with basic interactions and easy puzzles.

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

  • More Cohesive Storytelling: Players expressed a desire for a clearer and more cohesive narrative that doesn't leave them feeling lost or confused.
  • Improved Voice Acting: There were calls for better quality voice acting, either through natural performances or more polished audio.
  • More Clues for Puzzles: Some users suggested that additional clues or guidance would help in navigating the game and solving puzzles, as they sometimes felt lost or unsure of their objectives.
  • Expanded Gameplay Mechanics: A few reviews indicated a desire for deeper gameplay mechanics and more interactive elements to enhance the experience beyond simple exploration and puzzle-solving.

Summary

  • Overall, while *Gray Dawn* has a unique artistic vision and potential, it suffers from narrative and technical shortcomings that impact its reception among players.

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5.9

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