Stifled
Stifled doesn’t look like a horror game from afar but, believe me, it is. It’s yet another horror game that doesn’t take the traditional approach to the genre, which is incredibly refreshing. In fact, everything about Stifled is refreshing and new. The game utilizes sound as its main mechanic. As you try to make your way through the darkness, you will need to make sounds or throw objects that make sounds in order to find your way to safety.
The problem is that creating more sound also attracts a mysterious creature lurking in the shadows who is drawn to your sound waves. It’s up to you to find the balance between creating sound to navigate and being silent enough around a threat to make sure you don’t stumble into your doom. The game even counts your own voice as sound so screaming or talking your way through a scary moment may only make matters even worse. Stifled is an incredibly fun VR experience that reminds us all that a simple concept can still create an incredibly exciting game.
