The WhatsNext verdict
For Fans of short, atmospheric horror and tactile point-and-click investigations who appreciate handcrafted stop-motion artistry.: The uncanny stop-motion clay modeling and quiet, research-driven mystery create an authentic sense of dread as you decipher an ancient relic's forbidden history. Tradeoff: The experience is strictly linear and wraps up in roughly fifteen minutes, leaving players wanting more depth and branching paths from its compelling premise.
What it does best
A small space filled with genuine, lingering dread
Stop-motion clay that feels uncannily alive
Investigating the artifact feels like uncovering forbidden knowledge
What might put you off
Extremely short runtime
Minimal guidance and linear investigation
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The Children of Clay is a short stop motion archeology horror game, where you have to study an ancient artefact and discover its dark secret.
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