Hello! i really enjoyed playing this game i really liked atmosphere that was being built as playing the game the more i explored what was there the more creepier it got especially the build up to seeing the monster finally close to the end although i feel like the game should get more of a backstory for example the thing in the cocoon appeared to be human so like maybe it horrific mutation or a viral outbreak of a new disease and your either witnessing the beginning of the horror or during as it would appear since there was blood before the thing came out of the cocoon either way i did really enjoy the game so i hope to see more from you guys!
Thank you for sharing some extra thoughts here, we appreciate it. We have been working on two bigger projects for a few years, which both soon will be announced. You're welcome to follow us on twitter, where we will make updates. @N_Journey_Maker
This is a great example of how to create a creepy atmosphere in a video game. The sound effects and ambient sounds really work to the games advantage to create tension. I only wish there was more of a narrative to explain why everything is happening. I mention in my video that this game feels like one chapter of a larger game, and I hope that ends up being the case. I would love to play a sequel that gives me more of an explanation of the events that take place in this game. I look forward to seeing the developers expand on this, if they choose to do so. If you want to see what my experience was like you can click the link below.
It was the "actionable narrative" (from Denmark, so I'm not sure I'm using the right word) and not the "story narrative" we worked on this time. After all the high-quality feedback we have received, we have talked about how the "story narrative" should be, if we make a full version of the game. It is tempting to do so because we have received feedback like yours. Now we just have to think about it. But, thanks again for you thoughts.
I think you guys have something that could be really special and cool here. If I did not make it clear, I was hooked by this version of the game and now I just want more haha. I wish you guys all the best if you decide to expand this project or in your other future projects.
Nice little horror experience. Good creepy atmosphere all around. Certainly enough atmosphere to expand out to a larger game if desired. I'll second what someone else commented and say it gave off a strong "The Thing" vibe.
We're starting to desire to expand it out to a larger game. We have a lot of ideas both for the gameplay and the story that there was no room for in this project. We're big fans of The Thing a maybe it shines through. Thanks for all three feedbacks, video, questionnaire and text. It helps us.
We have been working on two other projects the last couple of years. (The ER was a fast little one) One is in the comedy genre and the other is a mysterious game, full of secrets. So they are a lot different from this project, but they are also based on some narrative theory I have developed, so they will also remind bit of The ER anyway. If we will make more The ER? Maybe. We're doing a design draft for a possible full version.
We would love to show you more. You can follow us on our twitter where we within the next few months will announce one and maybe two new games. And we expect to have at least one more game out this year. (It's easy to say when the year has just started.) Thanks for your feedback.
i really really loved this! what an awesome and fun game! very different with the different camera angle :D man i wish there was more levels! XD awesome job on making this game :D
We have also begun to wish the game was bigger. I don't want to promise anything, but we're talking about the possibility of making The ER a "real" game. Thanks for you're feedback.
This game is really interesting even though it is short!! It does have Potential to be something amazing. If this game has more chapters and story to tell I would to play!! Looking forward for your guys next game!! Anyone who want to hear my full review check out my video thanks.
Several have said that they would like to make it a "real" game out of The ER. We are considering this because we actually have a funny idea for the story that answers why you have no arms.
LOL nice bro!! That's great news and I hope your guys ideas will be able to put in the game and make it happen!! Also It would really dope if you guys gonna be able to make real out of ER that will be great!! I wish you good luck on this project!! Keep up the good work!! Looking forward to what else you guys store for US!!
This game was pretty fun! The visuals were pretty good and the audio was just amazing to set the atmosphere! I am really glad to see my crappy computer run this game without any lag! I could see a lot more potential in this game! I would definitely like to see more updates to this game. Thanks so much! Keep up the good work!
The plan was not to do more with the game, but all the good feedback you and others have given, has put a lot of thought into our heads, so maybe there will be more. Cool little drawing you've made.
Overall I liked the design of it, the monsters and set looking like props out of The Thing, the smallish area so getting lost is not an issue, and the sound design was very nice. I could see the idea being fleshed out more and being made into a full game, but for a survey testing various types of scares it was pretty decent for what it promised. I filled your survey out, and I'm still hoping to find out what happened to our arms.
Hi there, I just recently played through The ER and I’d like to share some of my thoughts on it here in the form of a mini review. I’ll be going over a few things I liked, some things I didn’t and any bugs I might have found while playing.
I’ll begin with what I liked. The game’s sound design immediately stands out to me, there’s an ample amount of bass to it and it gives off the sense that something’s looming around any given corner. The atmosphere is also set up quite well, the environments are tight and compact, blood covered, and overall creepy, the sound design and atmosphere also go hand in hand with the use of subtle effects to get the player’s heart racing. Sound and atmosphere are critical to a horror game, and I’m happy to say that this game knocks both out of the park.
There’s only one thing I can say that I didn’t quite like and that was the lack of an overarching story-line, something to glue the horror set pieces together and give the player a reason for being at this hospital. Given how the game plays out, I would only consider this to be a minor gripe, but it’s still something I would have liked to see.
I’m happy to report that I didn’t run into any bugs throughout my time with the game.
At the end of the day, this is a good horror game. The atmosphere is tense, and is made even better by the excellent sound design. The game looks decent enough and runs well, but could benefit from some form of plot-line.
Thanks for all the feedback!!! We have an idea for a real story for the game, but we were not really supposed to work more on this project. But it has been fun, and we have got a lot of good feedback that have given us many new ideas, so we are considering it now. Thanks again.
← Return to game
Comments
Log in with itch.io to leave a comment.
Thank you for sharing some extra thoughts here, we appreciate it. We have been working on two bigger projects for a few years, which both soon will be announced. You're welcome to follow us on twitter, where we will make updates. @N_Journey_Maker
This is a great example of how to create a creepy atmosphere in a video game. The sound effects and ambient sounds really work to the games advantage to create tension. I only wish there was more of a narrative to explain why everything is happening. I mention in my video that this game feels like one chapter of a larger game, and I hope that ends up being the case. I would love to play a sequel that gives me more of an explanation of the events that take place in this game. I look forward to seeing the developers expand on this, if they choose to do so. If you want to see what my experience was like you can click the link below.
It was the "actionable narrative" (from Denmark, so I'm not sure I'm using the right word) and not the "story narrative" we worked on this time. After all the high-quality feedback we have received, we have talked about how the "story narrative" should be, if we make a full version of the game. It is tempting to do so because we have received feedback like yours. Now we just have to think about it. But, thanks again for you thoughts.
I think you guys have something that could be really special and cool here. If I did not make it clear, I was hooked by this version of the game and now I just want more haha. I wish you guys all the best if you decide to expand this project or in your other future projects.
Okay i won't lie i got scared LMAO my eyes started to water.. good game GREAT atmosphere i wanna see more from Nordic Journey 10/10
i had to fill out the survey after you guys got me like that :)
Respect for being honest and thank you for filled out our questionnaire.
Nice little horror experience. Good creepy atmosphere all around. Certainly enough atmosphere to expand out to a larger game if desired. I'll second what someone else commented and say it gave off a strong "The Thing" vibe.
Filled out survey btw.
We're starting to desire to expand it out to a larger game. We have a lot of ideas both for the gameplay and the story that there was no room for in this project. We're big fans of The Thing a maybe it shines through. Thanks for all three feedbacks, video, questionnaire and text. It helps us.
Redid the video with (hopefully) better sound quality. Sorry to anyone who tried to watch the first one.
Thanks for that. :)
Played and took quiz for my video. very nice!
Thanks!
Loved the game! Do you plan on making more of these?
We have been working on two other projects the last couple of years. (The ER was a fast little one) One is in the comedy genre and the other is a mysterious game, full of secrets. So they are a lot different from this project, but they are also based on some narrative theory I have developed, so they will also remind bit of The ER anyway. If we will make more The ER? Maybe. We're doing a design draft for a possible full version.
The ER | Legit Creepy Indie Horror Game
Very well done horror game that get's a lot done in a very short amount of time. I'd love to see more from these guys.
We would love to show you more. You can follow us on our twitter where we within the next few months will announce one and maybe two new games. And we expect to have at least one more game out this year. (It's easy to say when the year has just started.) Thanks for your feedback.
THE MONSTER IS COMING FOR ME! | The ER
i really really loved this! what an awesome and fun game! very different with the different camera angle :D man i wish there was more levels! XD awesome job on making this game :D
We have also begun to wish the game was bigger. I don't want to promise anything, but we're talking about the possibility of making The ER a "real" game. Thanks for you're feedback.
Several have said that they would like to make it a "real" game out of The ER. We are considering this because we actually have a funny idea for the story that answers why you have no arms.
LOL nice bro!! That's great news and I hope your guys ideas will be able to put in the game and make it happen!! Also It would really dope if you guys gonna be able to make real out of ER that will be great!! I wish you good luck on this project!! Keep up the good work!! Looking forward to what else you guys store for US!!
Thanks for the praise and feedback! We appreciate it.
This game was pretty fun! The visuals were pretty good and the audio was just amazing to set the atmosphere! I am really glad to see my crappy computer run this game without any lag! I could see a lot more potential in this game! I would definitely like to see more updates to this game. Thanks so much! Keep up the good work!
The plan was not to do more with the game, but all the good feedback you and others have given, has put a lot of thought into our heads, so maybe there will be more. Cool little drawing you've made.
Actually enjoyed this! Good one!
Thanks!
You did scare me! I hate being chased! good game, really set the atmosphere! Great sounds and great visuals! Set me on edge!
Thanks for all the feedback!
Yeah, you're welcome!
Very well done! Really enjoyed what you did, very spooky, great artwork. 10/10!
Thanks! We loved your screams! :)
Overall I liked the design of it, the monsters and set looking like props out of The Thing, the smallish area so getting lost is not an issue, and the sound design was very nice. I could see the idea being fleshed out more and being made into a full game, but for a survey testing various types of scares it was pretty decent for what it promised. I filled your survey out, and I'm still hoping to find out what happened to our arms.
We're big fans for The Thing. One day you might find out what happened to your arms. Thanks for the feedback.
I’ll begin with what I liked. The game’s sound design immediately stands out to me, there’s an ample amount of bass to it and it gives off the sense that something’s looming around any given corner. The atmosphere is also set up quite well, the environments are tight and compact, blood covered, and overall creepy, the sound design and atmosphere also go hand in hand with the use of subtle effects to get the player’s heart racing. Sound and atmosphere are critical to a horror game, and I’m happy to say that this game knocks both out of the park.
There’s only one thing I can say that I didn’t quite like and that was the lack of an overarching story-line, something to glue the horror set pieces together and give the player a reason for being at this hospital. Given how the game plays out, I would only consider this to be a minor gripe, but it’s still something I would have liked to see.
I’m happy to report that I didn’t run into any bugs throughout my time with the game.
At the end of the day, this is a good horror game. The atmosphere is tense, and is made even better by the excellent sound design. The game looks decent enough and runs well, but could benefit from some form of plot-line.
Oh, I also took part in your survey.
Cheers and best wishes,
Killjoy
Thanks for all the feedback!!! We have an idea for a real story for the game, but we were not really supposed to work more on this project. But it has been fun, and we have got a lot of good feedback that have given us many new ideas, so we are considering it now. Thanks again.
Show post...
DAMNNN! VERY CREEPY! GOOD JOBS
Thanks!
I liked the use of sound in this. Somehow I don't think there's real escape in this. :)
There is never any real escape... Thanks for playing and the feedback!