Her mother doesn’t love her and she is grieving after the loss of her sister. For much of Guilia’s story, I felt the same. I understood what was being said and thought LKA was brave for broaching the subject matter it dealt with. Being cryptic is a pre-requisite for most reviews, but I do feel the line does get crossed for reasons I’m not sure of. My opinions may differ greatly from yours. They may shock, but they don’t have any value. However, some decisions regarding what is shown, and what is said don’t quite have a place. While it is a psychological horror, it also plays a part in highlighting mental health and other psychological conditions. I’m a believer in shock value and if done right can have an important impact on a story. On the other, it seems to show some content that feels out of place and feels far too unnecessary. On one hand it’s a brave story about abuse, self-harm, and the pain of war. There are some good ideas here that deserved to be in a better game, but as it stands right now, Martha is Dead is a frustrating experience that fails to do justice to those ideas.I’m conflicted with Martha is Dead. The setting is beautiful and lovingly crafted, but actually playing the game often feels like a chore for one reason or the other. The narrative premise is unique and makes its distinct elements work together surprisingly well, but it’s pacing might very well turn you away if you don’t have the patience (or inclination) to stick with it. Thoughts- Martha Is Dead has a lot going for it, but it often gets in its own way. I am waiting for the game to pick up the pace but it never seems too. It feels so slow-paced even for an atmospheric horror game. There are weird moments in the game and sections that just are not fun or scary and feel pointless. One of the best looking indie horror games that I have seen in years. The setting feels really authentic and immerses me in it's world. The setting feels really Good- The narrative's premise and the story it sets up is one of the most inriguing I have played in years.
Good- The narrative's premise and the story it sets up is one of the most inriguing I have played in years.
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