Whispers of the Gallows
Whispers of the Gallows is an atmospheric horror game inspired by the classic Hangman game, reimagined in a dark Victorian setting. The player explores an old, haunted house made up of multiple main rooms, each representing a different level and a different hidden word.
Gameplay & Mechanics:
Core gameplay is based on the classic Hangman mechanic, adapted into a horror experience.
Each word represents a different level, not necessarily harder, but unique in theme, clues, and atmosphere.
In every main room, the player can find environmental hints that help reveal the correct word.
Wrong guesses trigger eerie visual and audio effects, increasing tension rather than instantly ending the game.
Players must choose letters carefully, balancing logic and observation.
Progression & Experience:
Levels differ in setting, word theme, and presentation, offering variety rather than linear difficulty.
The game focuses on exploration and deduction, encouraging players to search rooms for clues.
There is no character progression system the challenge comes from interpretation and atmosphere.
Atmosphere & Presentation:
Dark, Victorian-inspired visuals with a somber color palette.
Ambient horror soundtrack and unsettling sound design that reacts to player actions.
A slow-paced, psychological horror tone designed to build unease rather than rely on jump scares.
Genre & Features:
Genre: Horror / Puzzle / Psychological
Single-player experience
Storytelling through environment and sound
Multiple distinct levels based on different words
Estimated playtime varies depending on player skill and exploration
