Basic Information
- Official English Title: Siren’s Call: Escape Velocity – Prologue
- Developer & Publisher: ThePenSword64
- Release Dates:
- NA: May 22, 2024 (Prologue)
- NA: January 10, 2025 (Full Release)
- EU: January 10, 2025 (Full Release)
- ASIA: January 10, 2025 (Full Release)
- Supported Platforms: Windows (Steam)
- Game Tags: Visual Novel, Horror, Psychological Horror, Coming of Age
- Social Media Presence:
- Twitter/X: @SirensCallGame
- Steam Store Page: Siren’s Call: Escape Velocity – Prologue
- Kickstarter: Kickstarter Campaign
In-Depth Review
Siren’s Call: Escape Velocity – Prologue captivates with its blend of summertime dread and existential mystery, drawing inspiration from cult classics like Doki Doki Literature Club and Higurashi. Set in a Floridian beach town, the game follows Oliver as he prepares to leave childhood friendships behind, only to confront an otherworldly threat tied to his past battles with “Sirens.” The prologue masterfully sets the tone for its full release, balancing lighthearted summer nostalgia with unsettling supernatural elements.
The narrative employs a non-linear storytelling approach, where players revisit memories through Oliver’s journal entries. These entries reveal the group’s previous summer battles and their emotional aftermath, adding depth to character relationships. Key gameplay mechanics include the Lucidity System, which tracks Oliver’s awareness of reality and unlocks critical choices, and a scene selection feature post-completion for replayability.
Visually, the game contrasts cartoonish character sprites with haunting watercolor-style backgrounds, creating a surreal atmosphere. While the soundtrack remains a work in progress, its use of modern guitar-heavy tracks aligns with the game’s early 2000s setting. Early access feedback highlights its ability to evoke both nostalgia and unease, though some players note repetitive dialogue patterns in later chapters.
Game Link: Siren’s Call: Escape Velocity – Prologue
