Maid of Sker

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Maid of Sker

2020-07-28

Developer: Wales InteractivePublisher: Wales Interactive, Perp Games

Series X|S, PS4, PC, PS5, XONE, Switch

Single playerFirst person

Adventure

Indie

Action

Horror

Survival

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Maid of Sker is a first-person survival horror, set in a remote hotel with a macabre history from Welsh folklore. Brave the nightmares of the Quiet Men. When they arrive, do not panic — don't even breathe. Featuring realistic 4k visuals with gameplay focused on story, exploration and no-weapon survival tactics. Experience a multiple thread narrative where your decisions matter, unlocking different story paths and multiple endings. A 3D sound based AI system is the core survival gameplay mechanic. Hide, run, creep, trap and distract are some of the techniques you need to master to survive enemies with super hearing. As you progress, enemies become more difficult to avoid, to the point where standing still and holding your breath is the only option! Time it correctly and you’re safe, for now. Run out of breath and — suffer.

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4 weeks ago

Maid of Sker fue el primer juego de terror que jugué y además, fue lo primero que streamee. Está la seríe completa en youtube.

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SGTBakerReviewed a game1 month ago

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It's crazy this game was made in 2020. The graphics are not good, and the gameplay is quite poor. You simply crouch-walk the entire game and sneak past blind enemies that patrol or stand. There was no mechanic like in Thief where the type of flooring you walk on may be louder than other flooring, which would have helped. The only reason I finished the game was to see the full story. It was nice to be able to play both endings easily. I didn't backtrack to a few optional areas. There was one level of the game where there is a Mr. X-like enemy that follows you and does not follow the same rules as the other enemies. There were a few puzzles, but they were not challenging. One was ridiculous where you had to chime bells, yet these bells had no impact on alerting enemies.

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IkarusReviewed a game1 month ago

5 hours

bon jeux d'horreur c'etait sympa l'histoire et cool et le jeux et beaux fait avec aroro

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sadez13Reviewed a game1 month ago

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Maid of Sker tiene una atmosfera lúgubre y la historia que toca el folklore Gales y británico es muy interesante. Pero la falta de mecánicas interesantes mientras se explora el hotel Sker hacen que la estancia, corta por cierto, no sea muy placentera del todo.

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PandaSchweetZReviewed a game2 months ago

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Lovely game! I'm usually not the greatest with survival horror, but I was really surprised how I was able to do this one. Not only that, but the sounds, mechanics, etc. were really good. They caused chills, made me scream and even get my heart pounding. Pretty rare for horror games. Really enjoyed it! Gives me Resident Evil vibes too.

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cdutsonReviewed a game2 months ago

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It's a little clanky in places, but overall a spooky time. Got more than a few screams outa me

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ZEUSOOKIEReviewed a game4 months ago

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🎮 Overview & Setting Set in 1898, the player controls Thomas Evans, a composer invited to the remote Sker Hotel by his lover Elizabeth. His task: recover four musical cylinders and pieces of a counter‑song hidden around the haunted estate to end her family’s sinister cult activities. The game draws heavily from Welsh folklore and evokes Victorian gothic horror vibes. ✅ What It Does Well 1. Atmosphere & Visual Design Critics consistently praise its haunting audio design and immersive environments. The hotel’s lighting, architecture, and soundscape—with creaking floors, distant footsteps, and ethereal music—contribute to sustained tension despite being an indie title. 2. Audio & Soundtrack The music and the ambient effects deliver standout audio immersion. Voice acting, gramophone logs, and musical storytelling elements are compelling and polished for the game's scale. 3. Blend of Exploration & Puzzles The first half shines as a walking‑simulator with atmospheric exploration, light puzzle solving, and lore-driven worldbuilding—especially appealing to fans of classic narrative horror. ❌ Where It Falls Short 1. Stealth Mechanics & Enemy Design Enemies ("Quiet Ones") are blind and react only to noise—but the AI is inconsistent. Movement, coughing, or opening doors can unpredictably alert or not alert them, reducing stealth effectiveness and immersion. 2. Linear Structure & Repetition Despite a large layout, progression remains highly linear, forcing repetitive backtracking and corridor traversal. Later sections devolve into simple stealth infiltration rather than fleshed-out horror scenarios. 3. Short Length & Pacing Issues With a runtime of roughly 4–6 hours, Maid of Sker often feels too brief, especially given minimal incentives for replay. Some puzzles lack depth, and pacing drags in the middle sections. 4. Frustrating Save System The manual save/gramophone system can be punishing—poorly spaced safe rooms mean progress is lost easily on death, and there’s no autosave fallback. 5. Underdeveloped Narrative in Later Stages While the lore and early mystery are compelling, the later story suffers from predictability, plot holes, and lack of meaningful player choices or emotional depth. 🎯 Final Verdict Element Score (out of 10) Atmosphere & Sound 9 Story & Setting 7–8 Gameplay & Mechanics 5–6 Length & Replay 5–6 Overall 6–7 Maid of Sker is a richly atmospheric indie horror game with gorgeous visuals and a haunting audio experience. It is ideal for players prioritizing mood, exploration, and unique narrative aesthetics over intense stealth or deep gameplay systems. However, its shaky AI, brief runtime, and occasional frustrations hold it back from reaching its full potential. ✅ Who Should Play It? Fans of immersive, folklore‑inspired horror. Players with limited play time looking for a short, story‑focused experience. Anyone drawn to Victorian aesthetic and sound design. ❌ Who Might Want to Skip It? Players craving tight stealth mechanics or combat. Those seeking long, replayable horror experiences. Anyone frustrated by manual saving or inconsistent AI.

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WildboyWileyReviewed a game7 months ago

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Someone thought it was a good idea to add a sepia filter to the game which makes everything yellow. Its almost like someone pissed all over the screen and it really makes the game look super ugly. I just couldn't get past it and it ended up making all the visuals super blurry. Bad game design.

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makaschorsReviewed a game8 months ago

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Скучно и не страшно

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