評論

• gamedeal user

  Jul 27, 2014

  The sequel to Overture, Black Plague further tells the story of Philip which eventually comes to an end. In fact, it turns out, this is not the final episode (as Requiem includes further chapters) but for me it seemed like the final chapter of his adventure. The story now continues and tells us much, much more. Running and hiding is even more frequent and from this episode we can clearly see the couple of places that inspired Frictional Games to make Amnesia. The game is also somewhat longer. Since this is an essential part of a great survival horror trilogy, look for discount on the trilogy pack (if there's any) so that all episodes can be purchased at once. The story and gameplay are both well worth the ride!
• gamedeal user

  Nov 4, 2014

  Puzzles that actually make you think & Fear that prevents you from thinking straight. Approval. \(I_I)/
• gamedeal user

  Dec 10, 2022

  I've played Penumbra Overture and Black Plague in back-to-back order immediately after completing the first one. The story picks up immediately where overture ended. Black Plague did almost everything Overture had accomplished and made it better, tweaking all the flaws from the first like the incredibly awkward combat by completely removing it. The setting has been changed from ancient caves to an abandoned hospital occupied by zombies. Black Plague is a bit harder, because nothing is a weapon and you have to think quickly on your feet. Creepy noises, bloodstained walls, and creatures of the night all peeking over your shoulder ready for a snack. I wasn't into the previous title very much but the story was good enough to keep me playing it. Some of the puzzles included in this game aren't as logical as in the first. The unintuitive puzzles are more complicated and mostly involve trial and error during a particular segment of the adventure. There are also more absurdly hidden items and mechanisms this time around. I also think the game overstays it's welcome in the final act with the philosophical message it tried to convey through some supernatural entity. While not a bad game by any means I preferred Overture over the sequel. If you're in the mood for a bit of horror, consider giving it a try.
• gamedeal user

  Jan 29, 2023

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• gamedeal user

  Feb 5, 2023

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• gamedeal user

  Mar 12, 2023

  Penumbra: Black Plague is the second game about adventures of Philip Buchanon.And i need to say its better than the first game its more Scarier and mysterious In addition, this game (in my opinion) has the best antagonist in gaming history but you should Play it first to understand why. The only downside to the game is that they removed the combat system but still the game is phenomenal! 10/10
• DimiTeatree

  Jun 26, 2023

  This game takes all the best parts from Penumbra Overture, and elevates them as well as innovate on other gameplay features. In my opinion, this game was MUCH better than Overture: Better enemies, better puzzles, better gameplay, better story (although the last point is a bit unfair, as Overture is meant to be part 1 of the story, whereas this is part 2).
• gamedeal user

  Mar 8, 2015

  Well, as a second review, I want to make this as positive as can be. Penumbra points out the pefect imperfections of human nature. Dark areas with whispering, slithering, crawling and screaming in the background allows for a more "intimidating" experience. Enemies are fuel for nightmares, conjured up from the fears of fellow humans. The general atmosphere will make your heart pound and make you sweat. The good ol' fashioned jumpscares (how few they are) will last in your memories and well, deep into your dreams. Nightmares* excuse me. Now, the ONE (1) bad thing I had was not game-ruining; a simple lighting error with the shader. A simple fix of course. Lower the shader resolution to medium. Bing, bang you're back in action! If you left in the first place. My computer is nothing close to a gaming rig, however, Penumbra runs at above 60fps with hardly (meaning none) any lag ingame, don't be deterred if you're using a less-than-perfect machine. 10/10 would rebuy, reinstall and replay it over and over.
• gamedeal user

  Apr 13, 2015

  This is the kind of game you'll have to play with a pair of headphones and no source of light because only then you'll experience its true power. The game's overall story is deep, unpredictable and intriguing, making it very interesting, which is a big plus for a horror game. (It even has a few emotional moments!) Even though at the beginning there is a short recap of the events that took place in Overture, I highly recommend playing the first game first in order to have a full understanding of the story. (You can only buy the package containing both games, so why not give it a try?) Both games are similar in terms of gameplay, but Black Plague improves a lot on about every aspect of the first game, making it more solid. There is no direct way of fighting with the enemies in this installment, so the combat system, which, in my opinion, wasn't that awful, should no longer be a problem for those who complained about it. Another important aspect of the game are puzzles: being the second episode, Black Plague is also filled with intelligent puzzles that require reading (in-game "notes") and thinking, but this time they are just a little easier than those found in Overture. The graphics may be a little outdated, but there's nothing to worry about because it doesn't break the immersion; they are decent and have successfully created a terrifying atmosphere that will constantly make you scared of the unknown. (For that to work at its full potential, I recommend lowering the gamma a bit, until you can't see anything in places without any source of light.) With its impressive sound design and voice acting (at least for a low-budget game), the developers managed to create their own world filled with few, but believable characters. For such a low price, I can recommend the Penumbra games without a doubt! This package is a must-have for every horror enthusiast, as it delivers a frightening experience!
• gamedeal user

  Jul 1, 2015

  I can totally recommend this game to all horror fans(that arent searching for action horror) and everyone that liked the predecessor. Thick atmosphere, creepy experience. Good and clever puzzles without being too hard, but more challenging than in Amnesia. You can tell some good thought went into the puzzle design. The unkillable enemies arent as annoying as I expected, you can handle them with a bit effort or run from then in most cases. Story is also intriguing, finally you can make something out of it, more clear than in the first part. Furthermore, really appreciate the way the story is told: Reading notes, checking logs etc. Very fitting for a game like that. Graphics arent too hot, especially for today standards, but you cant really say it aged bad. Enemy animations look a bit clunky, but overall the whole thing works for an atmospheric horror game like this. Afaik there is no way for steam to get German language for all the text, which might be an issue for some people.