words

Trigger warning: Suicide!

In a sombre atmosphere, within a windowless room yet full of memories, we find ourselves in the shoes of the protagonist, Sarah. As a songwriter, Sarah comes to terms with her own traumatic experiences with her parents. On this journey through Sarah’s past, we are shown the impact words can have on a person’s life and the consequences Sarah is faced with. Stylistically, this first-person puzzle adventure employs a slow pace, combined with high-quality, meticulously detailed production, creating the ultimate immersive experience. Music serves as a fundamental stylistic device here, implemented convincingly in both the storytelling and the gameplay. The game words thus offers an emotionally gripping experience that encourages players to reflect on the power of words.

The DCP Jury 2022