Apocalyptic games are some of my favorites, just by virtue of the aesthetic and often unique tactile actions. Screaming Metal has all the hallmarks, with the addition of some absolutely excellent character work (made even better by excellent costuming and acting). The puzzles are a little bit more standard in comparison to Magnum Opus or Dream Walkers, and included a few I stumbled on a bit, but in some ways the classic elements make it feel much grittier and “cobbled together” in a apocalyptic scavenger sense. The opening interaction followed a funny and unnerving interaction with a unique interpretation of a classic puzzle, which set the stage for the style of gameplay present. Also, as a fan of Mad Max, this is definitely a very fitting tribute, from the aesthetic to the puzzle props to the aforementioned costuming. While Dream Walkers is undoubtedly Mysteriis crown jewel, this game had the best characters and some of the most impressive moments I experienced that evening.
Great classic gameplay, with a few slight bottlenecks.
Grimy, apocalyptic, and packed with unique set pieces.