Echoes of the Living

About Echoes of the Living

Echoes of the Living is a survival horror game developed by MoonGlint, released on October 31, 2025, for PC. It channels the tense, resource-scarce gameplay of 90s horror classics, set in a European town shrouded in eerie fog and overrun by the undead. You play as a survivor navigating crumbling buildings, scavenging for tools and ammo while avoiding shambling enemies. The story focuses on uncovering the mystery behind a sudden outbreak in 1996, blending exploration with atmospheric dread. With a single-player campaign and minimalist design, it leans into old-school mechanics like limited inventory and flickering flashlights to heighten fear. If you miss the slow-burn terror of Resident Evil or Alundra, this one’s a direct hit.

Gameplay

You spend most of your time hiding in dark corners, listening for the groans of enemies, and rationing every bullet and bandage. The game forces you to prioritize: do you risk exploring a decrepit house for better gear or stick to safer paths? Combat is sparse but stressful, with enemies that swarm if detected. Puzzle-solving involves finding keys, bypassing locked doors, and using items like batteries to power lights or radios for clues. Movement is deliberate, crouch to avoid notice, but you burn stamina quickly. The soundtrack and sound design amplify tension, with sudden noises making you jump. Sessions often end with you frantically backtracking after a near-miss, planning better routes for next time.

What Players Think

No community data is currently available for Echoes of the Living, as the release date is in the future (October 31, 2025). Pre-release hype suggests it could attract fans of retro horror, but post-launch metrics like completion rates, average playtime, and mood trends will be critical to assess its reception. Early promotional materials have generated curiosity, but actual player feedback and achievement stats will determine its standing in the genre.

PlayPile's Take

If classic survival horror is your jam, Echoes of the Living is worth keeping an eye on. Its 90s-inspired mechanics and atmospheric design could satisfy nostalgia while offering modern polish. While no price or achievement details are available yet, the focus on tension and scarcity aligns with genre staples. Play it if you enjoy methodical exploration and don’t mind the occasional jump scare. Skip if you prefer action-heavy or open-world horror experiences.

Storyline

In 1996, on a quiet small town located in Europe, a mysterious fog suddenly rises upon the town in a clear night, their inhabitants have no clue of the horrors and chaos that were about to unleash. Not longer after, the locals get sick and panic runs all over the place, nobody knows how or why the dead walks on the streets, a few hours later all left in the town are the echoes of the living…