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Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 Processeur : 1.8 ghz dual core Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Integrated Graphics Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible

Scarlet Hollow

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Released June 11, 2021
sample: 444 reviews posted after launch (180 AI-classified)
97/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 98 % · 5,012 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
21,99€ 16,49€ -25%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Scarlet Hollow’s branching narrative and lush art set it apart in the indie RPG scene, offering players a deep, choice‑driven experience that keeps them engaged for hours. From 5 012 reviews, 98 % are favorable and 97 % of post‑release responses echo that sentiment. More than a fifth of players (198) logged over 25 hours, praising the game’s depth with a 99 % approval rate.

What it's about: Scarlet Hollow est un jeu d’horreur mystérieux et immersif porté par une écriture intelligente, des choix percutants et des visuels méticuleusement dessinés à la main par Abby Howard, l’autrice de bandes dessinées récompensée.

In-game

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« you're on a path in the woods, and at the end of the path, lies a mansion. and in that mansion, is your estranged cousin. your job is to survive the next seven days. good luck! »
👍 anonymous review · 66 h played331
« I can already sense that when this game releases into 1.0 it will be a Disco Elysium-level event. There is nothing else like this. I will buy every Black Tabby game until the end of time. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played41
« This game impregnated me and I gave birth to 50 beautiful broodlings. »
👍 anonymous review · 29 h played111
« it's okay to employ children at the collapsing coal mine if youre a tsundere lesbian about it »
👍 anonymous review · 37 h played1
« genuinely the most insanely well written story driven game I have ever had the pleasure of playing. »
👍 anonymous review · 56 h played1
« Meh. Sorry everyone. Guess I am too old for this. »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played
« The gaming experience for this game is "meh" at most, and the game is basically unfinished. Plot is a patchwork of random horror ideas with no real resolution. »
👎 anonymous review · 16 h played
« so good gang its great itys really good i love tabitha its really good »
👍 anonymous review · 21 h played1
« This is honestly the best visual novel I have ever seen! I can't wait for the last chapters!!! And I 100%ed it btw, that's how hooked it got me »
👍 anonymous review · 75 h played1

In players' words

« you're on a path in the woods, and at the end of the path, lies a mansion. and in that mansion, is your estranged cousin. your job is to survive the next seven days. good luck! »
👍 anonymous review · 66 h played331
« Meh. Sorry everyone. Guess I am too old for this. »
👎 anonymous review · 7 h played
« I can already sense that when this game releases into 1.0 it will be a Disco Elysium-level event. There is nothing else like this. I will buy every Black Tabby game until the end of time. »
👍 anonymous review · 6 h played41
« The gaming experience for this game is "meh" at most, and the game is basically unfinished. Plot is a patchwork of random horror ideas with no real resolution. »
👎 anonymous review · 16 h played
« This game impregnated me and I gave birth to 50 beautiful broodlings. »
👍 anonymous review · 29 h played111
« so good gang its great itys really good i love tabitha its really good »
👍 anonymous review · 21 h played1
« it's okay to employ children at the collapsing coal mine if youre a tsundere lesbian about it »
👍 anonymous review · 37 h played1
« This is honestly the best visual novel I have ever seen! I can't wait for the last chapters!!! And I 100%ed it btw, that's how hooked it got me »
👍 anonymous review · 75 h played1
« genuinely the most insanely well written story driven game I have ever had the pleasure of playing. »
👍 anonymous review · 56 h played1

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Story / writing
96 % pos · n=150
Gameplay
94 % pos · n=47
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=30
Content / longevity
88 % pos · n=17
Audio / music
87 % pos · n=15
Interface / UX
57 % pos · n=7
Value for money
67 % pos · n=3
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing15014424
Gameplay474412
Graphics / art303000
Content / longevity171511
Audio / music151302
Interface / UX7403
Value for money3201

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 22 h on median; those who dislike it: 12 h.

<2h
100 % (n=3)
2-10h
92 % (n=74)
10-25h
97 % (n=169)
>25h
99 % (n=198)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Feb 2026 : 100% positive100FebApr 2026 : 96% positive96AprMay 2026 : 98% positive98MayJun 2026 : 95% positive95JunJul 2026 : 97% positive97Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€15.40€17.32€19.24€21.16€23.08€16.49

Steam price tracked automatically since Jul 26, 2026 · All-time low: €16.49 (Jul 31, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2,1 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 219 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 26,9 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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This game on Twitch

Small streamers to support

LIVE scarydogfriend 15 viewers · EN — tipsy scarlet hollow with palsLIVE beanluncheon 12 viewers · EN — [18+] in the scarlollow for some 👻~*SUMMER SCARIES*~👻LIVE Captain0punz 10 viewers · EN — Yaps then Scarlett Hollow Episode 4! | 18+ | @captain0punz

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Strengths

  • Story: 144 positive mentions out of 150
  • Graphics: 30 positive mentions out of 30
  • Gameplay: 44 positive mentions out of 47
  • Playtime >25h: 99 % of 198 players praised the depth

Weaknesses

  • UI: 4 positive mentions out of 7
  • Audio: 13 positive mentions out of 15, with 2 negative
  • Price成长: 2 positive mentions out of 3
  • Content: 15 positive mentions мошен 17, with 1 negative

Who is it for?

Fans of story‑driven adventures with meaningful choices and those who appreciate polished art, humor, and indie RPG depth will find Scarlet Hollow rewarding.

Is Scarlet Hollow worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 98% of 5,012 Steam reviews are positive (player score 97/100). Most-praised strength: Story. Current price: 16,49€ (25% off).

Verdict

Scarlet Hollow delivers an immersive narrative experience with exceptional graphics and engaging gameplay, backed by overwhelmingly favorable community feedback. Minor UI and audio hiccups are outweighed by its strengths, making it a must‑play for indie RPG enthusiasts.

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