Our Journey: The Silent Voice
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About Our Journey: The Silent Voice
Our Journey: The Silent Voice is a two-player co-op adventure game from Double Machine that blends puzzle-solving with unconventional communication. Released in 2026, it leans into asymmetric gameplay where one player uses symbols to guide the other through hand-drawn environments. The story follows two characters navigating shifting landscapes while uncovering fragments of their past. Designed for PC, it prioritizes teamwork and creative problem solving. The game’s quiet tone and abstract art style make it stand out in the adventure genre. If you enjoy close collaboration and decoding abstract systems, this is your kind of puzzle.
Gameplay
One player acts as the "Speaker," drawing symbols to direct the "Listener" through levels filled with environmental puzzles. The Listener can’t speak or write, so progress relies on interpreting marks, shapes, and gestures. Sessions last 30, 60 minutes, with each level introducing new mechanics like timed sequences or physics-based challenges. Controls are simple, mouse and keyboard for the Speaker, WASD and mouse for the Listener, but success demands constant adaptation. The asymmetric design forces players to invent their own shorthand, blending frustration with moments of clarity. Multiplayer only works with a friend, so coordination is key. The game’s lack of explicit hints amplifies its difficulty, but also its satisfaction.
What Players Think
PlayPile users rate it 4.2/5, with 85% completing the base story. Average playtime is 6 hours, though 30% log 10+ hours chasing 100% achievements. Community moods are split between “collaborative” (62%) and “frustrating” (28%). Reviews highlight the “unique communication mechanic” but note a 20% dropout rate among new players. Critics praise its “emotional resonance” but call the learning curve steep. One user wrote, “Feeling dumb then figuring it out is the best part.” Completion rates drop 15% after Chapter 4 due to increased puzzle complexity.
PlayPile's Take
This is a niche gem for players who thrive in co-op environments and enjoy slow-burn storytelling. At $39.99 (if following the developer’s usual pricing), it’s a low-risk buy for fans of games like Gone Home or Oxenfree. The 32 achievement points (22 optional) add replay value, but don’t offset the game’s uneven pacing. Skip it if you dislike vague guidance or prefer solo experiences. Best played with a patient partner willing to experiment.
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Multiplayer, Co-operative
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