SCP-8008-1 IS A HORROR DATING SIM WHERE THE BEST YOU CAN HOPE FOR IS SURVIVAL. SMOOCH SCP-173, SCP-682 AND EVEN SCP-096. DO NOT RUN THIS SOFTWARE WITHOUT CLASS-4 AUTHORIZATION.
The game blends visual novel-style dating sims, psychological horror, and match-3 puzzle gameplay, creating an engaging and immersive experience.
In the visual novel sections, players can interact with and "date" various SCP entities, including the iconic SCP-173, SCP-682, and SCP-096. Reviewers praise the quality of the writing, with one stating the characters are "deadly but at the same time adorable," leading players to become surprisingly invested in these anomalous love interests. The dialogue choices directly impact the narrative path, offering multiple possible endings.
Additionally, the game features a challenging match-3 puzzle minigame that players must navigate in their dreams. Reviewers note that these puzzles can be quite difficult, with one player admitting to being "utter trash at puzzle games" but still returning to try again. The tense and chaotic nature of these minigames adds to the overall sense of dread and psychological horror.
The decisions made by players during both the visual novel dialogue and the match-3 minigames directly influence the course of the story. Reviewers highlight the game's replayability, as they can make different choices to uncover new narrative paths and endings. One reviewer notes that the game "throws quite a few curveballs" at the player, contributing to the sense of unpredictability and the desire to explore all possible outcomes.
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