Withering Reflections is an asymmetrical 4v1 multiplayer horror game where four survivors are trapped in a nightmarish realm ruled by an enigmatic force known as the Echo.
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Why Early Access?

“We are offering Early Access to receive direct feedback from the community while refining and expanding the gaming experience. This will allow us to focus on the most important areas of development and ensure the game evolves according to players' expectations.

The game combines elements of horror and asymmetrical 4v1 gameplay, and we want to make sure players have an important role in shaping the final game. Early Access will allow us to adjust game mechanics, balance characters, and expand content based on the community's opinions and suggestions.”

Approximately how long will this game be in Early Access?

“We estimate that Withering Reflections will be in Early Access for approximately 12 to 18 months. This timeline may change as we gather feedback from the community and work to improve the game, ensuring it meets our quality standards before full release.”

How is the full version planned to differ from the Early Access version?

“We aim for the full version of Withering Reflections to include additional content and features, such as:

- More killers and survivors.
- Extra maps and variations in existing areas.
- Balance adjustments based on community feedback.
- Potentially a progression system.

Our goal is to evolve the game over time based on player feedback and provide a more complete experience, but the specifics may adapt as development progresses.”

What is the current state of the Early Access version?

“In its current Early Access state, Withering Reflections includes:

- Two killers with distinct gameplay mechanics.
- Four types of survivors with distinct abilities.
- Two detailed maps, including “The Castle Avernus” and “The Weeping Woods & Carnival of Shadows.”

The game is fully playable, but we are aware that there are still areas that can be improved, and we are working to add more content and polish the overall experience.”

Will the game be priced differently during and after Early Access?

“We plan to gradually increase the price as we add more content and features during Early Access. However, this will depend on the game's development progress and the value added over time.”

How are you planning on involving the Community in your development process?

“The community is fundamental to us in the evolution of Withering Reflections. We plan to involve players through:

- Through our Discord community and discussion forums on Steam, where players can share their opinions, suggestions, and report issues.
- Periodic surveys to help decide which features and content to develop first.
- Regular game updates with detailed development notes, showing how we've integrated community feedback.

Our goal is to create a game that reflects the expectations and desires of our player base, and we are committed to listening and adapting to their feedback throughout the development process.”
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About This Game

About This Game

Withering Reflections is an asymmetrical 4v1 multiplayer horror game where four survivors are trapped in a nightmarish realm ruled by an enigmatic force known as the Echo. This entity feeds on fear, regret, and despair, using the survivors' deepest fears to keep them trapped. Each match is a hide-and-seek struggle to escape, requiring survivors to confront their pasts and work together against a relentless killer.

Key Gameplay Features

- 4v1 Asymmetrical Horror: One player takes on the role of a killer, while four others act as survivors trying to escape. Each match introduces a different killer with unique abilities, making every encounter a new and terrifying experience.

- Reflect Your True Self: Survivors must find and reflect themselves in enchanted Mirrors of Reflection scattered across the map. These mirrors reveal their inner fears and help weaken the Echo's hold, gradually unlocking the path to escape. Interacting with mirrors is a crucial step in overcoming the Echo’s influence.

- Dynamic Maps and Object Placement: Each match features randomized placement of key objects like covers, healing stations, and mirrors, ensuring no two games are the same. Survivors must adapt to changing environments, using available resources to evade the killer and survive.

- Hide & Seek Gameplay: As a survivor, you must use stealth, strategy, and the environment to stay hidden from the killer. Find safe spots, work with teammates, and use dynamic cover placements to outmaneuver the killer as you search for mirrors and escape routes.

- Stunning Graphics with Unreal Engine 5 and Lumen Lighting: Built using Unreal Engine 5, Withering Reflections features breathtaking visuals and cutting-edge Lumen lighting technology. This creates realistic, dynamic lighting and shadows that immerse you in the haunting atmosphere of the game’s eerie environments, making every moment feel truly unsettling.

- Cooperative Survival: Survivors must work together, using teamwork and communication to outwit the killer. Healing stations, environmental covers, and mirror interactions provide opportunities for strategic play, making cooperation essential to escape.

What to Expect

- Intense, Strategic Matches: Each game is a tense, fast-paced hide-and-seek experience requiring quick thinking and teamwork to survive.

- Adaptive Challenges: Randomized object placement and killer abilities mean no two matches play out the same way, keeping gameplay fresh and unpredictable.

- Immersive Visual Experience: The use of Unreal Engine 5 and Lumen lighting technology enhances the game’s visuals, delivering a highly atmospheric and realistic horror experience.

Will you face your fears and escape the Realm of Echoes, or be consumed by the darkness within? Withering Reflections is a journey of survival, reflection, and teamwork against a force that feeds on your deepest fears.

AI Generated Content Disclosure

The developers describe how their game uses AI Generated Content like this:

Promotional Content and Visuals: Part of the promotional content, such as the logo, wallpapers, and some visual elements, has been created with the help of AI-based tools. These tools were used to generate initial ideas and improve efficiency in creating visual concepts, though all final results have been refined and adjusted by human designers to ensure quality and consistency with the artistic vision of the game.

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

Reflections of Dread is a horror game that contains elements that may not be suitable for all players. The game features intense violence, psychological horror, and dark themes related to trauma, fear, and despair. It does not include explicit representations of sex, sexual abuse, or self-harm, but it may contain references to the following themes:

-Violence: Players face situations where characters are attacked by supernatural entities or killers. Some sequences may include depictions of injuries, death, and extreme danger. The violence is not excessively gory.

-Psychological Horror: The game explores the characters' fears and psychological traumas, which may be disturbing to some players. The survivors' personal stories may involve fears related to death, loss, and despair.

-Supernatural Horror Themes: Players may encounter monstrous entities, vengeful spirits, and other supernatural figures. The game’s atmosphere is designed to create a constant sense of fear and tension.

Warning: The game creates an environment that may cause a sense of anxiety or emotional stress.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
    • Processor: Intel Core i5-2500K / AMD Ryzen 3 1200
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 970 / AMD Radeon RX 570, 4GB VRAM
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 20 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: Low settings at 1080p with a target of 30-60 FPS
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
    • Processor: Intel Core i7-8700 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
    • Memory: 16 MB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT, 6GB+ VRAM
    • DirectX: Version 12
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 20 GB available space
    • Additional Notes: High settings at 1080p with 60+ FPS
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