tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post8645843123640995730..comments2023-05-20T12:08:52.031+02:00Comments on In The Games Of Madness: SOMA - One Year LaterFrictional Gameshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00278352641328669040noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-75251709408496128042016-12-27T22:26:38.196+01:002016-12-27T22:26:38.196+01:00What does r&d stage mean?What does r&d stage mean?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-29902314179868837142016-11-01T02:13:52.311+01:002016-11-01T02:13:52.311+01:0010/10 Would recommend in a heart beat
I jus...10/10 Would recommend in a heart beat<br /><br /> I just want to say for myself and my girlfriend, Soma changed who we are. The amount of terror and sheer anxiety playing this game put us through has truly changed our outlooks on so many topics. It took us months, we could only play for so long before being forced to take a break due to the numerous night terrors we would have. Eventually we made it and after finally finishing Soma We can both agree that this game was a piece of art. We fell in love with the story and atmosphere. Any other game we would have forgotten but Soma pulled us back in and left us wanting more even after the end. I personally cannot imagine it ever being out done. The experience was one of a kind and will most likely stick with us for years. Thank you for your 5 years of dedication and hard work and we'd like to wish Frictional Games all the best in the industry because there is no other company alike. Gavin Wnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-71632382274571172762016-10-25T17:30:48.647+02:002016-10-25T17:30:48.647+02:00Horror games are not really my favourites, but SOM...Horror games are not really my favourites, but SOMA was exception. SOMA had story like no other and had me really thinking what i was doing in the game. I did watch a full gameplay series on youtube when it came out, but just recently played it myself and it was a blast. <br />It was interesting and atmospheric in the ways i have never seen videogame being. Only downside is that it didn’t show any warning about the “spider caves” in the seabed, because i have serious arachnophobia. <br />I'm glad to hear that the game was success and i'll be looking forward to your upcoming games. I will maybe try the earlier titles if i get some courage. <br />Overall 9/10 game.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04370187121672001677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-35804958604439438412016-10-19T01:22:50.390+02:002016-10-19T01:22:50.390+02:00Since getting SOMA, I've played it through 3 t...Since getting SOMA, I've played it through 3 times already. I'm just waiting to get enough $$$ so I can buy a new PC with VR for the fourth time. <br /><br />No other work of entertainment/art has ever elicit such strong emotions from myself. SOMA really is an experience one of a kind. In my opinion, you've set a new standard of what it means to tell a story. <br /><br />Thank you so much for that! I can't wait to get my hands on one of your new projects. <3thebloggerbloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10849780502222190934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-19162421109529241732016-10-13T21:35:55.654+02:002016-10-13T21:35:55.654+02:00I wrote a comment on the other post, not realising...I wrote a comment on the other post, not realising that this post existed and am glad to see SOMA doing well. In fact, this just makes me want to share the experience I had more with people even more! I hope for the best for Frictional and truly hope to see more works of similar quality, as SOMA is my favourite game from you guys.knighhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03382428834662958263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-50830519558325591012016-10-09T10:51:11.397+02:002016-10-09T10:51:11.397+02:00To me, Soma was EXACTLY the followup I wanted from...To me, Soma was EXACTLY the followup I wanted from the studio that made Amnesia. I cannot stress how much I enjoyed the game, I was so glad the "chased by monsters" part was not the core gameplay, the experience was still amazing. I particularily enjoyed the runaway part when you're on the boat, pulling out the plugs and then have to run for your life to the. That type of thrill is amazing, especially when done right.<br /><br />I've bought the game 3 times, making sure it is at full price, and gifted it twice. I hope you continue to make great games, evolving and using different styles as you go, and I will GLADLY continue to support your company as much as a consumer can. Thank you for Soma.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13469175406085096439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-60633480081158795382016-10-08T23:32:40.652+02:002016-10-08T23:32:40.652+02:00Like other users here, I've been playing games...Like other users here, I've been playing games for about 28 years now. All kinds of games, computer, console, card games, tabletop rpgs you name it. I was super hyped for SOMA because of penumbra and ATDD. While playing a game, there was a part of me that felt disappointed because the game wasn't really scary. After going through the entire experience, I have this to say. SOMA is the most horrifying game that I have ever played, on a deep personal level. It's easily in the top 3 best games I've ever played and it's the best storytelling experience I've ever had in my life in any medium (well except lolita, that was an amazing book.) I know that you probably don't need to hear this, but if you thought living up to amnesia's standards was hard, good luck trying to top SOMA. Still, I'll buy anything you make because you guys have done an amazing job with your games so far.CODYhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15434006595528459791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-42249624840112040952016-10-04T16:19:11.428+02:002016-10-04T16:19:11.428+02:00I remember that playing it and reading medical not...I remember that playing it and reading medical notes about disturbing behaviour including stupid suicides I was like: "naah, cheap and illogical" for about almost half of the game... just to figure out that everything I found cheap and illogical had sense. Deep, disturbing sense. And I was in the middle of shit thinking about why everyone did what they did. And I am amazed till now. Damn, it's not the scariest game ever but hmm... the "darkest" one.Nattfarinnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06878805532724314255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-45813866272774781492016-10-03T00:50:16.045+02:002016-10-03T00:50:16.045+02:00I'm really happy for you guys! Soma is definit...I'm really happy for you guys! Soma is definitely one of the best games I've ever played!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07353638192268558146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-18797769437030838362016-09-28T02:13:50.387+02:002016-09-28T02:13:50.387+02:00So glad to hear this.
Didn't finish Amnesia, b...So glad to hear this.<br />Didn't finish Amnesia, but enjoyed (& was bit terrified by) what I did play. That got me excited for SOMA.<br />Wow, was I NOT disappointed.<br />Note: I'm really not into horror games. I like the *idea* of playing+liking a horror game, but the often don't grab me ....or bore/terrify me with cheap jump-scares.<br />I like plot/story & interesting characters & intellectual noodling/dilemmas. Off the cuff examples of games I've loved: Bioshock series, Dishonored, Half-Life & what I've played of Metro. All of these having combat as a (mostly) key element. <br />It takes a lot for a game to really impress me/leaving lasting impression - SOMA did in spades!<br />Honestly, one of the most memorable games/experiences that left me thinking about it for weeks after. <br />Slack-jawed & teary-eyed are not typical responses to games for me.<br />Congrats again - I'm expecting one/both of your new titles will be a Day1 purchase for me.<br />[ Side note: I'd also pay for DLC add-on set in SOMA's world - just love that setting/environment ]Scubawankenobihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07500249420431769483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-4640455671060931152016-09-28T02:12:49.819+02:002016-09-28T02:12:49.819+02:00Thank you for all your hard work :)
SOMA was the ...Thank you for all your hard work :)<br /><br />SOMA was the atmospheric game I was longing for and when it came out I was pleasantly happy that it delivered just what I expected, doesn't just happen that often ;DTorokhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13895900888120518718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-79331023073119345162016-09-27T03:19:35.357+02:002016-09-27T03:19:35.357+02:00Frictional is among my favorite developers and SOM...Frictional is among my favorite developers and SOMA is among my favorite games and has what I consider to be the best story in a video game ever. So glad to hear of SOMA's success and looking forward to everything your studio is working on.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-65344810420485813402016-09-26T15:58:33.157+02:002016-09-26T15:58:33.157+02:00Cheers and congratulations. This is the top game ...Cheers and congratulations. This is the top game of the year for me. I've actually re-played it a couple times...it really makes you THINK, long after the final credits have rolled. The atmosphere is utterly engaging.kgfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10597072264870329775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-81661257936431440222016-09-26T12:42:58.155+02:002016-09-26T12:42:58.155+02:00I'm one of your players that love SOMA but wou...I'm one of your players that love SOMA but would have appreciate it even more without the creature chasing parts. I'm not too much into the horror genre and it frustrate me a bit because you do amazing adventure stuff but I am not able to handle the scary parts. I would have loved being able to finish amnesia, but it was too scary :pArnaudnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-45909448198674605812016-09-26T08:17:05.469+02:002016-09-26T08:17:05.469+02:00I've unfortunatelly never played Amnesia....bu...I've unfortunatelly never played Amnesia....but I was certain that I always play anything you put on console market. SOMA was beside Dying Light my best game of 2015. For me, a good game is about emotion. It can be a shooter, horror, puzzle.....don't care. I have to FEEL something....and SOMA delivered it for me (and many many other). When the game stays in your head for days and months it's sure did something right. It did EVERYTHING right. Keep up the good work. Can't wait for antother gem from your studio. I for sure want and will play Amnesia. SOMAhow :) (see what I did there :)? Greetings from Poland. Marcin Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-86194456857266588502016-09-25T14:10:08.704+02:002016-09-25T14:10:08.704+02:00As a gamer most all my life (~30 yrs old) I have t...As a gamer most all my life (~30 yrs old) I have to say that SOMA is one of the best video experiences I've had. So thought-provoking in a smart way, the voice, plot, and the way the ending was handled was way above my expectations, immensely refreshing and wonderfully satisfying to see the credits roll. Happy that the studio was able to make a profit from this fantastic game, well done - all of you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-21850425235855068782016-09-24T19:04:45.742+02:002016-09-24T19:04:45.742+02:00Congratulations to Frictional Games. SOMA was one ...Congratulations to Frictional Games. SOMA was one the best gaming experiences I've had in my 20 years of gaming (mostly FPS). The atmosphere and pacing were amazing. I've recommended it to all my gamer friends. I'm glad to hear it has been a profitable venture because it's obvious a lot of passion was put into the project. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-44693723393693921732016-09-24T16:16:03.402+02:002016-09-24T16:16:03.402+02:00Fjolårets bästa story i min mening. Arbeta i eran ...Fjolårets bästa story i min mening. Arbeta i eran takt och stressa inte ut nästa projekt! Tusen tack för en djup upplevelse ;)<br />/Axel Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12562166033952094374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-90883785128914227622016-09-24T14:15:34.573+02:002016-09-24T14:15:34.573+02:00Xbox release?Xbox release?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08327157261778601060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-75630224683289155442016-09-24T12:28:58.173+02:002016-09-24T12:28:58.173+02:00SOMA is a god damn masterpiece. Reading your updat...SOMA is a god damn masterpiece. Reading your updates always fills me with joy. And yeah I don't get the whining about steam reviews, personally. I have had great experience with them and contributed myself as well.Paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03601999848851737728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-38321195498801483862016-09-24T09:04:18.439+02:002016-09-24T09:04:18.439+02:00So happy to hear things have gone well for you fol...So happy to hear things have gone well for you folks! You always produce wonderful titles.<br /><br />Could we get subtitles added to the developer commentary for your games? I've tried playing Amnesia TDD with dev commentary and some of your team members are rather difficult to understand. I'd much rather they speak in their native language and we just receive appropriate subtitles :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11574501075460447611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-2176896393161340042016-09-24T07:52:09.150+02:002016-09-24T07:52:09.150+02:00A year has passed but it still lingers in my mind....A year has passed but it still lingers in my mind. Thank you for one of the most fascinating experiences I've ever had and this update. I wish you the best of luck with what's next.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00921360053121075961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-42072049146496682992016-09-24T01:35:01.928+02:002016-09-24T01:35:01.928+02:00One of the best games I've ever played. Thank ...One of the best games I've ever played. Thank you for this great game.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-45967390825640260782016-09-23T22:55:54.576+02:002016-09-23T22:55:54.576+02:00What you write here on your blog is always interes...What you write here on your blog is always interesting. I have no insights or anything; just wanted to thank you for sharing.Jambehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06373677455129413039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9193968969153274146.post-62774323956376096682016-09-23T22:47:46.438+02:002016-09-23T22:47:46.438+02:00Superb experience, not just a game, but experience...Superb experience, not just a game, but experience. SOMA made me feel things you don't usually associate with games, and it unfolded at just the right pace. Congratulations on sales and can't wait to see what's next!tashpoolnoreply@blogger.com