P1: Anchor Light

Full Walkthrough: https://youtu.be/gnhMxCVqRZg Gameplay: Good (Escape Room) Graphics: Good Game Time: 20 - 1 hour Here I will leave the cat, friends who pass by can pet it and give it a thumbs up 　　　 　　／＞　　フ 　　　 　　| 　　 l 　 　　 　／` ミ＿xノ 　　 　 /　　　 　 | 　　　 /　 ヽ　　 ﾉ 　 　 │　　|　|　| 　／￣|　　 |　|　| 　| (￣ヽ＿ヽ)__)

I wanted to like this game. Despite a bit of un-optimization it still looked good on lower settings. Typically I enjoy anomaly games, and for the most part this one is decent in giving you plenty to look for. However, navigating to each room and having to back track felt ridiculous, and nobody enjoys walking up curved stairs after every room. The biggest point of contention I had was the "stand still when the music stops." Many times I was hands off the keyboard and mouse and still it would randomly end the run. Even my entire chat was confused why I had died there. Multiple others stated that it felt like there was too much ground to cover (meaning the layout of the rooms and having to backtrack in the hallways). I'd suggest taking some direction from Ten Bells as they do a very similar game but you aren't constantly backtracking (unless there is an anomaly), however you are walking forward through the room the whole time, not going to a power room and running backwards just to check the sleeping quarters or go in to the main room, checking the bathroom and running back. Another issue was how dark it is. Many viewers complained "how am I supposed to be looking for anomalies when it could be something in the dark." I myself didn't find that the anomalies were hiding in the dark and most were quite noticeable, but having a bunch of people complain while just watching is not a good sign. Ultimately, I put the game down because the frustrating "don't move" mechanic killing me when I had my hands off the keyboard and mouse (yes, I did show the chat by putting my hands up) was irritating and didn't feel like it was precise as it needed to be. I would love to give the game a thumbs up, but with that frustration I just can't in good conscience tell someone else to play.

Beat the game with 2/12 achievements. A super fun realistic horror anomaly game taking place in a fancy cruise ship full of anomalies like bloody mannequins doing spooky stuff, mysterious screaming people, lights turning off and more. The game has magnificent visuals and a super fun anomaly game, loved it

This was a really good anomaly game it was just very difficult for me which is to be expected im not good at all with any anomaly game

Not really a anomaly hunting game, more so 'is the room safe?' yea you look around for something odd or out of place, but then if you just find 1 thing then you guess the red door. The radio is VERY annoying, having to play red light/ greenlight is really the only challenge this game offers since you just have to touch your mouse slightly and its game over. I think I encountered a glitch with it as well, the room went black and the radio's sequence of numbers kept going; Like I just entered the main area not even spending that long on the floor and it kept going longer than normal, so I moved and ended up getting killed, not sure what that was about. Finding the lore disks for this game is also requires multiple playthroughs with no guarantee that you will find the floppy disk you need make it a chore. when you die you lose EVERY floppy collected the only way to secure them is by making it to the 10th floor, which you can still die due to the radio before reaching the ladder. I am honestly very mixed on this game, the atmosphere is good the subtle horror elements are great but its boils down to a 50/50 chance of guessing if the room is good or not. Get it on sale its a decent $5 experience.

P1: Anchor Light is an atmospheric horror experience that thrives on restraint, subtlety, and psychological pressure rather than overt shocks. Set within an ornate, art-deco lighthouse, the game immediately establishes a sense of uneasy elegance. The environment feels deliberately curated to draw players in with its beauty before slowly undermining that comfort through strange inconsistencies and creeping dread. Rather than relying on jump scares or relentless pursuit, the game focuses on making the player question what they are seeing, turning observation itself into the primary tool for survival. The core gameplay centers on exploration and anomaly detection, tasking players with ascending the lighthouse floor by floor while carefully inspecting each space for irregularities. Rooms may appear familiar at first glance, but closer scrutiny often reveals unsettling distortions, misplaced objects, or subtle changes that signal something is wrong. Progress depends on the player’s ability to notice these deviations and react accordingly, which creates a steady sense of tension rooted in attention and memory. The lighthouse becomes a mental puzzle as much as a physical one, with each decision carrying the weight of uncertainty. One of the game’s defining mechanics is its strict movement rule tied to the soundtrack. While ambient music plays, players are free to move and explore, but the moment the music abruptly stops, absolute stillness is required. Any movement during these moments results in immediate failure. This system injects sudden spikes of fear into otherwise quiet exploration, forcing players into moments of helplessness where awareness and self-control are paramount. The unpredictability of when the music will cut out keeps players on edge, making even routine navigation feel risky. Although this mechanic is highly effective at creating tension, it can also feel unforgiving, especially when mistakes are punished instantly. Narrative elements are delivered subtly through environmental storytelling and collectible items scattered throughout the lighthouse. Notes, recordings, and fragments of personal histories hint at the fates of those who came before, gradually building a larger picture of what the lighthouse represents and why it has become so unstable. This indirect approach to storytelling complements the game’s tone, encouraging players to piece together meaning on their own rather than relying on explicit exposition. The narrative unfolds slowly, rewarding curiosity and patience while reinforcing the unsettling atmosphere. Visually, P1: Anchor Light makes strong use of lighting and architectural detail to sell its mood. The lighthouse interiors are richly designed, blending polished surfaces with looming shadows that obscure important details just enough to provoke doubt. Darkness is used deliberately, not only as a visual motif but as a gameplay tool that heightens uncertainty. At times, this can make it difficult to distinguish genuine anomalies from environmental clutter, which adds to the psychological strain but may also frustrate players who prefer clearer visual language. Sound design plays an equally important role in shaping the experience. Ambient noises, distant echoes, and the ever-present threat of silence when the music cuts out all work together to create a constant sense of anticipation. The absence of sound is often more impactful than the music itself, turning quiet moments into sources of anxiety. This careful audio design reinforces the idea that danger in Anchor Light is often invisible and unpredictable. While the game’s focus on atmosphere and mechanics gives it a strong identity, it does come with some limitations. Repetition can set in once players become familiar with the types of anomalies and room layouts, and the high level of punishment for small mistakes may deter those less patient with trial-and-error gameplay. However, additional challenge modes and difficulty options help extend replayability, offering seasoned players a way to test their observation skills under harsher conditions. Overall, P1: Anchor Light is a deliberate and unsettling experience that values tension over spectacle and observation over action. Its strength lies in its ability to make players feel constantly unsure, transforming a beautiful lighthouse into a place of quiet dread and mental strain. For fans of atmospheric horror and anomaly-based gameplay, it offers a distinctive and memorable journey that lingers not because of what it shows outright, but because of what it makes the player fear might be there. Rating: 6/10

I'm very surprised this doesn't have many reviews because I absolutely loved playing this! Very enjoyable experience, and NOTHING felt repetitive, making me actually WANT to go back and find the disks after completing a run. It was just the right amount of scary, creepy, tense, and also silly. I would highly recommend!

Visually influenced by the art deco vibes of Bioshock, this anomaly spotting game provides challenging anomalies, some almost invisible to the uninitiated player. The soundtrack can become somewhat grating, the vocals of the old-timey 1920s song can be annoying after a while. Something I did not love at all was the DON'T MOVE game mechanic, whenever the "numbers station lady" speaks. When you are almost at level 9 and you accidentally move your mouse, the frustration is insane. No sir, didn't like it. Also a sore point: Its too damn dark! Even with the brightness turned up in the settings its still darker than the inside of a horse. Still very nice atmosphere, but could do without these things I mentioned.

All in all this is a pretty solid anomaly-hunting game in the vein of The Exit 8. None of the anomalies felt unreasonably hard to spot so long as you checked all of the rooms, and most were interesting to observe. I did find the mouse smoothing and the inability to turn it off to be frustrating, especially as it tended to make my camera trail for an extra second after I'd stop moving the mouse, sometimes causing me to get caught by the entity that hunts you in the game. Ideally this issue would get remedied by allowing players to turn off mouse smoothing in an update, but it could also be solved by making the creature a bit more forgiving of small mouse movements. If you enjoy anomaly-hunting games you could do a lot worse at the asking price, and becomes an easy recommend at a good sale price.

This is easily one of the most fun anomaly games I've played in a long time. And I've played em all. About 6 hours in, have completed all the modes. Still missing half of the collectibles and only seen 36 of the 60 anomalies.