App Army Assemble: Forgotten Memories: Remastered – “Is this survival horror appropriately creey?”

As a seasoned mobile gamer with over a decade of gaming under my belt, I must say that Forgotten Memories: Remastered has truly taken me by surprise. This third-person psychological survival horror game harkens back to the golden era of ’90s horror classics, and it’s just as gripping as ever!

2024 might have Halloween far behind us, yet the thrill of horror remains alive and well. The latest release, Forgotten Memories: Remastered, promises just that, drawing inspiration from renowned series like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. With such respected predecessors, one can’t help but wonder if it truly delivers. To uncover the truth, we passed the game on to our App Army community for their honest feedback.

Here’s what they said:

Naail Zahid

I find myself pleasantly surprised and very happy to experience the game again in this remastered form. The lighting, graphics, controls, animation – everything has been overhauled and it feels like a whole new game. From the enemy AI to the combat, it feels closer to their original vision of wanting a proper console horror game. It’s still a goofy predictable story but great for a mobile game.

In this new version, enemy hitboxes are less random and glitchy compared to the old game. Enemies no longer get stuck in walls like they used to.

As a devoted fan, I’ve got to express my disappointment with this title – its brevity feels more like a joke than an intentional design choice. Much like a seasoned player such as myself, you could conquer it in under an hour if you’re familiar with the original game. The irony lies in the fact that by the time you’ve truly immersed yourself in its world, it’s already drawing to a close.

Mark Abukoff

This is a really gorgeous and creepy mystery/puzzler/walking killer mannequin thriller. I’ve pretty much summed it up there. With graphics cranked up (my iPhone can handle it), it’s a startlingly realistic and atmospheric Creepshow of a game/story, really and not terribly long. The sound and graphics are top-notch. Premium in my opinion. Controls are occasionally difficult. On one hand, it’s easy to get into a corner and have to sort of struggle out. But on the other hand, when you’re being attacked by these zombie mannequins, that does kind of add to the experience.

As you navigate through the game, exploring various objects and locations, a helpful feature highlights clickable items for you, making your journey easier. The game offers varying levels of complexity; I began with the easy mode, as I was primarily drawn to the narrative rather than the challenges. However, if you crave a tougher experience, the game certainly delivers, presenting new obstacles and difficulties. If you appreciate visually appealing, immersive games like this one, I wholeheartedly recommend it. For an even more engaging experience, try playing in the dark with headphones on.

Brian Wigington

I was eager to try this game out due to its original Resident Evil vibes. I was pleasantly surprised with the sharp graphics and dark, moody vibe. The controls are pretty decent with only occasional wonkiness and the sound helps create a great atmosphere. At the start, you awake in a creepy dark room having been shot. You must search for clues as to why you are there and a med kit to heal your wounds.

As your journey unfolds in search for Eden, the lost child, you encounter strange “communications” from a woman through tape recorders. She chooses to speak only through these recordings, which creates an unsettling atmosphere. I found myself meticulously examining every hidden corner of the asylum with my torchlight.

From a third-person perspective, you have a good deal of control and it’s quite responsive, though I may occasionally tap incorrectly. Highlighted objects or areas catch your eye, providing various bits of information or plot details. There are numerous points of interest that keep you engaged, and I was particularly impressed by the diverse skill-level options and graphical settings.

The game functioned smoothly on my device using its standard settings; I plan to test it with advanced settings shortly. If you’re a fan of spine-tingling adventure games that emphasize exploration and character control, I recommend you try Forgotten Memories. This game isn’t heavy on combat – instead, it focuses on discovering your surroundings and unraveling the mystery of why you’re there, while intermittently solving puzzles and engaging in brief action sequences. It ranks among the best games I’ve played in this genre.

Torbjörn Kämblad

Dark, brooding and filled with mannequins – but not Silent Hill. Forgotten Memories still gives me the same kind of creeping sensation while playing it. Moving through dark corridors, smashed-up restrooms and venturing into an asylum. This is a game with high production values in both the sound and graphical departments. The voice acting is well made with a calm Lara Croft kind of vibe.

Despite being able to control easily via touch, I didn’t immediately understand that when my phone was rotated incorrectly, the action and run buttons were hidden behind the Face ID area. The initial slow feeling quickly turned into a frenzied rush. In summary, it offered a thrilling horror experience, drawing inspiration from both Silent Hill and early Alone in the Dark games.

Bruno Ramalho

Well well, a console-looking game running on my phone? Yes, thank you. This one looks very good on my phone, and as soon as it opened up, in a dark room, with headphones on (as it should be played of course), it reminded me of games like Silent Hill and Resident Evil right away.

The graphics and audio are exceptionally crafted, and the game starts off with an intensely tense atmosphere – perfect for a survival horror title. Our protagonist is found injured in a room, feeling disoriented and needing to heal their wound to halt the bleeding first, before delving deeper into understanding our location and figuring out what actions need to be taken next.

As I tread through these chilling corridors, it feels like an eerie abandoned hospital or clinic has become my latest virtual world. Everywhere I look, there are lifeless mannequins that give me the heebie-jeebies – they’re just perfect for setting up a horror scene in video games. But when I pass by one of these mannequins and it swivels its head back to fix me with an unsettling stare, I can’t help but feel a shiver run down my spine; I know the game is about to take a terrifying turn.

In this game, you’ll find numerous spots for discovering hints, useful items, and weapons – essential tools considering the mannequins chasing us with lethal intent. The journey is filled with puzzles to solve and frequent trips between locations to utilize items and open up new ones to access other areas. Controls are smooth, but the tension rises when multiple enemies attack simultaneously.

In summary, the graphics in this game are exceptional, and it occasionally features cut scenes. The voice acting is also commendable. Since I like to delve deeply into games, exploring every nook and cranny at a leisurely pace, I might pick up the speed by running, but I’m concerned about missing some story details due to the abundance of interactive elements.

One observation I’ve made is that you can escape danger by swiftly relocating to another spot, which seems peculiar. Since there’s no autosave feature, we must take care to save manually on a computer before exploring new locations. In essence, it’s filled with tension and a few jumpscares. Overall, it’s an excellent game for survival horror enthusiasts.

Robert Maines

Forgotten Memories: Remaster is an upgrade to a game that was originally released in 2015. It’s a survival horror game in the same genre as Alone in the Dark or Resident Evil. Played in the third person, you guide Rose Hawkins around a creepy asylum, picking up objects and solving puzzles, listening to audio recordings and battling enemies.

This game is most effectively experienced with headphones, as its chilling atmosphere primarily comes through in the audio. The graphics are decent, but it’s the sound that truly brings the haunting feel of the asylum to life. However, the movement can be a bit awkward when using touch controls, and the manual save function shares the same frustrations found in other survival horror games. Despite its brevity, it’s a worthwhile addition to the genre and I give it my approval.

Sangeet Shukla

I recently played Forgotten Memories: Remastered Edition on MI Tab 5. The game’s graphics are exceptional, delivering a console-like experience, and the haunting atmosphere(from the first scene) grips you from start to finish. The gameplay is a mix of exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat.

Despite the puzzles being thoughtfully constructed and maintaining your interest, the controls sometimes feel rigid, particularly in fast-paced scenes, which might make certain encounters more exasperating. However, on the bright side, the voice acting exceeds expectations. The game isn’t overly prolonged, but it delivers a satisfying serving of horror. It stands out as an exceptional choice for fans of mobile horror games.

Jason Rosner

Forgotten Memories: Remastered is a third-person psychological survival horror game. This new edition is an absolutely fantastic way to play an App Store classic that was released way back in 2015. Everything here gets a fresh coat of paint, from the graphics which look sharp and crisp as ever, to the outstanding scarily tense atmospheric sounds, to more responsive controls; my expectations for this remaster were not only met but exceeded.

And this all gets even better when playing with the lights off! More and more we are seeing console-quality video games come to mobile that remind us of just how great our smartphone tech has become. When it’s this good, we want the experience to last, and with the promise of new chapters and DLCs still to come, it’s great to see a premium title give us reasons to come back again. Forgotten Memories: Remastered harkens back to the ‘90s horror classics that fans of the genre will adore.

Oksana Ryan

From the beginning, I found this game atmospheric and it put me on edge. Upon waking up the main character finds she cannot remember how she ended up in the grim asylum, wounded and alone. Basically, everything goes downhill from then on, with scary mannequins, blood-soaked floors and walls, and creepy tape messages throughout the game. There is interaction with objects as you progress, although at times I did suspect that some of them were there just to fill in time as they had no real purpose to them.

This game boasts excellent graphics, fitting music and voices, and user-friendly controls that are simple to grasp. If you’re a fan of suspenseful, immersive games with intriguing narratives, I strongly recommend giving this one a try. As the opening suggests, for an optimal experience, play it in the dark with headphones on – you won’t be disappointed.

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2024-12-12 16:48