LINGERING

LINGERING is an independent horror title developed and published by Ceylon Entertainment that delivers a compact experience centered on tension, mystery, and psychological unease. Released on Steam in 2020, the game sets out to prove that effective horror does not always require extensive budgets or elaborate mechanics. Instead, it relies on atmosphere and careful pacing to draw players into a world where every shadow and distant sound feels significant. Its approach is straightforward, but there is an undeniable charm in how committed it remains to its vision from beginning to end. The game's narrative unfolds gradually, leaving much of its story open to interpretation. Players are encouraged to investigate their surroundings and uncover details through exploration rather than exposition. This design choice creates an air of uncertainty that complements the horror elements exceptionally well. Rather than overwhelming players with constant threats, LINGERING builds suspense through anticipation. Walking through dimly lit environments becomes an exercise in caution, with the game constantly suggesting that something may be waiting just out of sight. That lingering feeling of vulnerability becomes its defining characteristic. Gameplay is intentionally minimalistic, focusing primarily on movement, observation, and environmental interaction. There are no complicated systems to learn, which allows the experience to remain accessible to newcomers while still appealing to fans of atmospheric horror. The simplicity works to the game's advantage in many situations, as it keeps players focused on the environment and the story's underlying mysteries. However, players expecting elaborate puzzles or extensive gameplay variety may find its mechanics somewhat limited. LINGERING is less concerned with challenging the player and more interested in immersing them in an unsettling mood. Visually, the game makes efficient use of its modest production values. The environments are designed to maximize tension, utilizing darkness and confined spaces to create an oppressive atmosphere. While the graphical fidelity is not particularly advanced, the presentation effectively supports the game's horror themes. Sound design is arguably one of its strongest aspects. Subtle ambient effects, unexpected noises, and periods of silence work together to maintain a persistent sense of discomfort. The audio succeeds in making even the quietest moments feel uneasy, reinforcing the impression that danger may be nearby even when nothing is immediately visible. One of LINGERING's greatest strengths is its concise runtime. The experience never overstays its welcome, offering a focused journey that can be completed in a relatively short sitting. In an era where many games attempt to justify their value through sheer length, there is something refreshing about a title that understands its limitations and builds around them. That said, its brevity also means there is little incentive for repeated playthroughs once the mystery has been solved. Some players may wish for additional content or more narrative depth to expand upon the ideas introduced throughout the game. Despite a few shortcomings, including limited replayability and a reliance on familiar horror conventions, LINGERING remains a respectable effort from Ceylon Entertainment. It succeeds at creating a memorable atmosphere and demonstrates a clear understanding of what makes psychological horror effective. Players seeking a brief but engaging horror experience will likely appreciate its focused design and commitment to suspense. It may not stand alongside the genre's most influential releases, but it offers enough tension and personality to make it worth exploring for fans of indie horror. Rating: 7/10

Muy bueno.

Man.... I regret knowing this game so late. The plot is not that unfamiliar but full of emotions. I got several endings except Reborn :(( I followed walkthrough but still couldn't get it. [spoiler] I found the necklace but seemed like I couldn't save the boy.[/spoiler] If you read this review and happen to know how, please help me.

Curiosamente descubrí este juego bicheando por kickstarter a ver si había algo curioso en lo que poner un granito de arena (recomiendo que de vez en cuando miréis, muchos de los grandes juegos indies de hoy en día salieron de ahí) Y vi este juego, ya había terminado el periodo de mecenazgo pero lo busqué en steam y lo dejé en deseados por un buen tiempo, ya que tampoco soy muy asidua a este tipo de juegos, pero el arte me llamó mucho la atención y siempre me gusta de vez en cuando apoyar cosas LGBTQ+.... Y se quedó ahí hasta las rebajas de invierno, lo pillé, y la verdad que en un par de días lo he jugado entero sin ver guías y lo he disfrutado bastante. Entiendo que el que esté en inglés tire un poco para atrás pero precisamente sé inglés por los videojuegos y este es bastante fácil de entender y tampoco con excesivos diálogos densos. La historia en curiosa, el arte y la forma de implementarlo es muy buena, sientes en todo momento que estás en un comic y los personajes tienen sus capas. Puedes o no dejar que sus "romances" avancen sin ser opciones tan básicas como sí o no, tus decisiones afectan a las consecuencias finales y puedes rejugar los capítulos de cada uno sin necesidad de rejugar el juego entero por si quieres ver otros finales o imágenes. En RESUMEN: Dale una oportunidad si te gustan las novelas visuales que no sean simples simuladores de citas planos y sin estilo.

Let’s not talk about how many hours I’ve played on this game. This game hit me close to home. I work in mental health and there was a lot here that really made me sit and think. And I got some romance feelings from it as well. I actually pay for Ceylon Ent. Patreon after playing and it’a been worth all of it. Not just a random studio that doesn’t care, but someone who loves their art and cares about our thoughts on the games. I can’t wait for the next project to come out.

Good Art, nice but overly used references to popular phenomenons, boring story. Played it because I liked Amplitude and a free one in the Amplitude world that was before. With this story happened, the same thing that happened with thousands others like it. Author tried to make it more dramatic and deep and over-complicated it to a point, when it lost all the charm.

[h1] 游戏介绍 [/h1] 《LINGERING》是一款由Ceylon Entertainment制作并发行的休闲冒险类视觉小说。在这款游戏中我们将加入心灵破坏者，去感受希望与爱，并坚守自己崇高的理想！ [h1]游戏的画面 [/h1] 游戏的画面给我的感受还是比较惊奇的，游戏一开始以射击作为起点，向我们进行展现，而且射击的动作是需要玩家自己去进行实现的，可以说很是真实。虽然背景画面是像素风，但是却有着很不错的感受，而且游戏还会同时穿插漫画来对剧情进行一定的讲述，可以说表现力还是挺丰富的，人物的立绘方面给我的感觉主要是性感，每一个人都有着这样的特质（无论男女），观赏性还是很不错的。 [h1] 游戏的感受[/h1] 游戏一共有六个主人公，他们都有着不错的故事，体验上还是比较酷炫的，但有些人物是需要解锁的（刚开始只有进行俩个人物的故事）。故事的叙述上还是很不错的，厚重且易于理解，而且为了更有代入感，游戏还加入了很多互动的方式，比如有些是需要玩家进行正确的点击才可以继续游戏。最后就是选择的方面，他将会根据玩家的选择来进行一些特有的剧情，还是很不错的。 [h1] 游戏总结 [/h1] 总体而言，这款游戏还是挺有趣的，喜欢的朋友去尝试一下。 评分：6/10 [code]欢迎参观我的： [url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/33626600]奸商评测[/url] 喜欢这篇评论，可顺手点个赞，让更多人方便看到。[/code]

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As a long-time fan of Xero's works (first discovered them when Freak-Quency was in progress - more than a decade ago), it's been great to see their how their works have matured and become more polished with each subsequent VN. Pros: Pretty art, smooth animations, interesting story with some mature themes. The mini-games are easy enough for those who dislike them. Cons: I had some issues trying to obtain all the endings and like most VNs of a similar genre it does get repetitive at points trying to get all the achievements. There's a few easter eggs for fans of the previous VNs as well. Would highly recommend Lingering as a whole :)