Editor Reviews

Emerging from the indie scene, DVloper, a small yet ambitious studio, has carved out a niche in the horror gaming sphere with its eerie title, "Granny." This spine-chilling survival horror game latches onto its genre's roots, blending puzzle-solving with heart-racing stealth mechanics, enveloping players in a relentless game of cat-and-mouse. Granny's grim aesthetic pairs seamlessly with the unsettling soundscapes that accentuate the creaks and groans of the shadow-shrouded home where the game unfolds. Visuals are simplistic yet effectively bleak, reinforcing the game's oppressive atmosphere.

The narrative is straightforward but effective - you wake up in a decrepit house and quickly learn that Granny, your unhinged captor with a penchant for violence, will not let you leave without a fight. This menacing antagonist becomes a constant source of anxiety, as players must navigate the house silently to avoid her wrath. Ingenious gameplay elements such as hiding under beds, manipulating objects to distract Granny, or quietly deciphering puzzles while keeping tabs on Granny’s whereabouts make for a game that both demands and rewards player skill and strategy.

While "Granny" delivers its fair share of scares, it's not without flaws. Graphically, it might not compete with big-budget titles, and some might find the game’s difficulty spikes more frustrating than fearsome. Despite these hiccups, the game manages to keep the player engaged and returning for another nerve-wracking try at escaping Granny's grip. It's the concoction of constant peril and the tantalizing promise of freedom that makes each playthrough as intense as the last.

How to play?

📖 Step1: Study Granny's movements and patterns. Spend your first few attempts familiarizing yourself with how Granny behaves. She reacts to sound, so use this to your advantage and observe from safe hiding spots like under beds or inside wardrobes.

🔍 Step2: Search the house for items. You'll need to find keys, cutting tools, and codes to unlock various doors and safes. Always be wary of noise, as Granny is quick to respond to any clumsy clattering of objects.

🎧 Step3: Sound is key. Listen carefully for Granny's footsteps or her creepy hums. Use the sound cues to determine her location and to know when it's safe to move or when you should hide.

🔑 Step4: Solve puzzles discretely. Whether it's piecing together a picture or entering a safe code, always prioritize stealth to avoid alerting Granny to your whereabouts.

🚪 Step5: Find and use paths to elude Granny. Learn the layout of the house and use alternate pathways like the ventilation system to move around undetected.

✨ Step6: Exploit distractions. Objects like vases can be dropped to draw Granny to another location, opening a window of opportunity for you to explore or solve puzzles while she investigates the noise.

🔓 Step7: Plan your escape. Once you have all the necessary items and have neutralized any obstacles Granny has set, head to your chosen exit point—be it the front door, car, or otherwise—and make your bid for freedom.