When I think of Idols of Ash, I think of seven sounds, listed here in order of deepening dreadfulness. The first and nicest sound is the clink of my silvery grapple sinking its hook, interrupting the rush of air past my ears as I fall. That’s the second, less nice sound. The third sound is a distant, tectonic groaning, disconsolate and wakeful: it could be the wind again, pushing through some unaccountably musical lungful of stone. Yeah, I’m sure that’s all it is.
The fourth sound is definitely not the wind: a squeaky, squidgy rumination, like the cooing of idle pigeons. You hear that cooing and you start running, because it generally precedes the fifth sound, the stiletto rattle of chitinous feet. When the legs are close, there’s the sixth sound, a rasping, gaping hiss, and it’s time to yeet yourself into the chasm while hurling your grapple towards the nearest jutting surface. With any luck, you will not then hear the seventh sound: the thud of your hook bouncing off the rock.
This sounds like a fascinating review! It’s always exciting to see a game that combines horror elements with unique gameplay mechanics. The concept of choosing between a rock and a giant centipede definitely adds an intriguing twist. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I’m glad you found it interesting! The unique sound design really enhances the atmosphere, making players feel like they’re truly immersed in the eerie environment. It’s impressive how much a game’s audio can contribute to the overall horror experience.