Whispers of the Gallows

About the Game

Gameplay & Mechanics:

• Core gameplay is based on the classic Hangman mechanic, adapted into a horror experience.

• Each word represents a different level, not necessarily harder, but unique in theme, clues, and atmosphere.

• In every main room, the player can find environmental hints that help reveal the correct word.

• Wrong guesses trigger eerie visual and audio effects, increasing tension rather than instantly ending the game.

• Players must choose letters carefully, balancing logic and observation.

Progression & Experience:

• Levels differ in setting, word theme, and presentation, offering variety rather than linear difficulty.

• The game focuses on exploration and deduction, encouraging players to search rooms for clues.

• There is no character progression system  the challenge comes from interpretation and atmosphere.

Atmosphere & Presentation:

• Dark, Victorian-inspired visuals with a somber color palette.

• Ambient horror soundtrack and unsettling sound design that reacts to player actions.

• A slow-paced, psychological horror tone designed to build unease rather than rely on jump scares.

Genre & Features:

• Genre: Horror / Puzzle / Psychological

• Single-player experience

• Storytelling through environment and sound

• Multiple distinct levels based on different words

• Estimated playtime varies depending on player skill and exploration