Silence

About

Silence is a point-and-click adventure with puzzle elements set in a surreal world caught between life and death. Developed by Daedalic Entertainment, it follows 16-year-old Noah and his sister Renie as they take shelter from an air raid and stumble into Silence, a fractured realm shaped by war. Guided by a magical caterpillar named Spot, Noah navigates eerie landscapes to find Renie, battling shadowy creatures and solving environmental puzzles to restore balance. The game blends exploration with narrative-driven choices, balancing quiet moments of discovery against tense survival scenarios. The game’s emotional core and stark visual contrast between peaceful meadows and decaying ruins stand out. Player data shows 46 achievements with a steep challenge curve, including the rarest "Fine Listener" badge unlocked by just 2.5% of players. While the story unfolds at a deliberate pace, its focus on sibling bonds and existential themes resonates with fans of atmospheric adventures. The sequel status to The Whispered World isn’t required knowledge, though some lore references may enhance the experience for those familiar with the prior title.

Storyline

War rages on. During an air raid, 16-year-old Noah and his little sister Renie seek shelter in a bunker. There, not only are they protected from the deadly bombardment, but are also at the crossroads of a world between life and death: Silence. When Noah’s sister gets lost in Silence, he is forced to venture into this idyllic yet threatening world to find her. Silence, however, bears its own scars of war and suffering. Dark creatures haunt towns and cities and ravage this once serene place between worlds. Only a small band of rebels stands against the looming menace. Now it is up to the siblings to save Silence and its fantastic inhabitants from impending doom and thus also save their own lives. Join Noah and Renie on their exciting journey through Silence where an emotionally gripping story of contrasts between serenity and danger unfolds. Meet fascinating and likable characters like Spot, the magical caterpillar who helps Noah and Renie on their way through Silence. And witness when the siblings discover that the only thing that can save them is their love for each other.