CARRION: A Chilling Reverse Horror Experience Now Available for Switch Download

'Image description: Screenshot from CARRION showing the main character as an amorphous creature chasing down a group of humans.'

In a refreshing twist on traditional horror games, developer Scylla and Method have crafted CARRION, a reverse-horror experience where you take on the role of an enigmatic, shape-shifting creature determined to exact revenge upon those who imprisoned it. With its unique blend of action-adventure gameplay and pulse-pounding tension, this engaging title is sure to captivate fans of both horror and puzzle genres alike.

As your journey begins in a dark, foreboding environment filled with the remnants of ancient experimentation facilities, you'll soon discover that CARRION's narrative isn't about complex storytelling or deep character development – instead, it focuses on immersing players within its unsettling atmosphere. As an amorphous creature capable of morphing into various forms to overcome obstacles and dispatch enemies, every encounter feels like a tense game of cat-and-mouse as you stalk your prey through claustrophobic corridors.

'Image description: Screenshot from CARRION showing the main character transforming into different shapes while chasing down humans.'

CARRION's core mechanics are simplicity itself yet also incredibly satisfying. By pressing certain buttons, players can transform their creature between four distinct forms – each with its own strengths and weaknesses that must be mastered to progress through increasingly challenging levels. As you devour more enemies, your health will increase as well as unlock new abilities such as enhanced speed or even the ability to possess other creatures.

However, despite these engaging gameplay elements, CARRION sometimes struggles to fully capitalise on their potential. At times, certain sections feel too linear and repetitive – with players simply running down corridors avoiding obstacles while being chased by enemies that don't provide much of a challenge until later stages in the game where things ramp up nicely but feels like an uneven experience overall.

'Image description: Screenshot from CARRIC showing multiple humans trying to escape from the main character.'

Fortunately, when it does deliver on its promise of intense action and suspenseful moments, these instances make all those slow parts worth waiting for. For example, there's one particularly memorable sequence where you must navigate through a crowded marketplace filled with fleeing civilians while being pursued by an unstoppable horde of angry townspeople wielding pitchforks and torches – it's both exhilaratingly intense yet also heart-wrenchingly sad at the same time.

In conclusion, CARRION is definitely worth downloading if you're looking for something different from traditional horror titles. While not perfect, its unique take on gameplay mechanics combined with a chilling atmosphere makes this title an engaging experience that fans of action-adventure games won't want to miss out on – just be prepared for some occasional repetition along the way.

Rating: 7/10

Platforms: PC (Steam), PS4, Xbox One, Switch

Release Date: October 26th, 2019

Publisher(s): Team17

Developer(s): Scylla and Method

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