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A Sneak Peek @ Killer Frequency
6K View2023-06-04
Back Again, with your latest bit of Indie Investigating. This time, it's Team 17 Digital's darkly funny narrative title 'Killer Frequency'- which takes the campy idea of a Slash Plot, and has a good bit of fun with it.
Tune In, Check Out, Leave a Not-So-Pretty Corpse
While there's plenty of stories in Gallows Creek- none invoke quite as much fear as that of 'The Whistling Man', a serial killer who ran rampant in the 50's, before the police were finally able to put him down.
Only, it didn't stick- because now, 20 years later, his rampage starts anew. Problematically, it started with the sheriff's office- and with noone to help the town's denizens, it's left to a Midnight Radio Host to talk potential victims out of their dire situation.
It is a delightfully cheesy premise, by all accounts- but the writing compliments it well, as the banter between your character (Forrest Nash), and his producer, Peggy- adds a -lot- of fun to the experience. I'm honestly looking forward to trying out different dialogue options and exploring just how different the outcomes can be.
That said, you're not just dealing with her- over the course of the evening, you'll get all sorts of callers- both those who are in need of help, as well as the more common variety night owls.
Off The Record
But yeah, while the narrative is front and center, that isn't the -entirety- of what you'll be doing, because- after all, you're a DJ. You'll actually get to actively play the role, tinkering with records, putting on televised ads- playing around with a sound board, and overall just having a blast chilling out. You know between all the townspeople croaking.
Beyond that- there is some other gameplay elements that crop up as you get further into the game, given there's a -very- good reason that you can pick up and interact with objects in the world. That said, this is one of those titles that I really want to keep mum on certain details, since discovering them in the moment makes for a fantastic time.
Also, I am an absolute pro at shooting paper balls into a trash can.
A taste of the 80's
On the whole- I think the presentation for this game is nice. it captures the feeling of a small city radio booth nicely (which is where a -lot- of the events occur, though, when it dabbles elsewhere, there's some entertaining sequences.
That said, the real star of the show is the audio. Whether it's the voice acting, the radio ads you can play, or the records you spin - it's all just a joy to engage with.
So, on the whole? If you're a fan of narrative games, and a bit of puzzle solving, this -might- be for you. Though if you want hard answers, stay tuned for the video later.
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The most original horror game I’ve played in ages - Killer Frequency Quick Review
PLAY IT OR SKIP IT?
Play it if you’re even the slightest fan of horror games. Killer Frequency is an incredibly unique first-person horror game where you take on the role of a small-town night-shift radio DJ. There’s just one twist: A killer is stalking the town during your shift, and all of the town’s 911 calls are being routed through to your station. This means a lot of the “action” is just standing behind a desk, picking which tunes to play and trying to keep innocent people alive with your words alone. Don’t let the limited setting fool you, though; this is a deeply creative game that kept surprising me with new challenges.
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911 calls get forwarded to a late night radio talk show host | First Impressions - Killer Frequency
Killer Frequency is a first-person horror puzzle game set in the 1980s. Players assume the role of Forrest Nash, a late night radio talk show host on 189.16, “The Scream”, in the small town of Gallows Creek. The game revolves around the mysterious return of the killer known as The Whistling Man, who is causing havoc in the town.
The game takes us to Forrest Nash’s radio station late at night, where you are also tasked with operating the DJ Booth’s controls to play music, operate the phone lines, and perform DJ duties. Forrest Nash starts a new program called “Guess that Scream”, inviting callers to guess a random scream played on the show. However, the situation becomes serious when genuine calls are received from scared characters seeking help, and players must use everything at their disposal, including solving various puzzles, to assist them. The time-sensitive aspect adds tension and a sense of urgency to the gameplay.
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Killer Frequency (First Impressions)
Developer: Team17 Digital
Publisher: Team17 Digital
Released: June 1st, 2023
Price: 25 USD
Whether you enjoy story games, interactive puzzles with repercussions, or playing for the atmosphere or thrills, this game accomplishes everything well enough to keep you thoroughly entertained. Who would have imagined a really immersive game hosted by a radio talk show host on live radio?
It's a wonderful notion that has only recently come to fruition.
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