Signalis
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As of Oct 19, 2026, Signalis is rated 81/100 on Metacritic (36 critic reviews), and 97% positive on Steam (35,173 reviews). Each source is shown in its own units, never blended into one score.
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Is Signalis worth it in 2026?
Signalis earns strong praise across platforms, reflected in a 97% positive Steam rating and an 81/100 Metacritic score. Sampled reviewers consistently highlight its retro PS1 visual style, clever puzzles, and atmospheric soundtrack, drawing favorable comparisons to classic survival horror titles like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. However, multiple players note mechanical friction, specifically pointing out clunky combat controls and instances of repetitive structure. Furthermore, the story relies on a cryptic narrative and piecemeal lore that may frustrate anyone seeking a clear, straightforward resolution.
Fans of classic, puzzle-focused survival horror who prioritize retro aesthetics, lingering atmospheric dread, and deciphering fragmented lore.
Action-oriented players who dislike clunky combat, pacing slowed by structural repetition, or highly ambiguous plots.
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Pros
- engaging story13
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- I had heard nothing but great things about this game before trying it out and I can confidently say this massively surpassed all expectations. The world building, literature and ar...
- A lovingly-crafted Resident Hill in a grimdark sci-fi East Germany setting with anime cyborg girls (and monsters!) in retro PS1 visual style - what's not to love? The story is a lo...
- once i finished signalis, i was left with a lingering dread. i enjoyed the mechanics and gameplay, and the story unfolds wonderfully. the music is the cherry on top and i could loo...
- immersive atmosphere11
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- A lovingly-crafted Resident Hill in a grimdark sci-fi East Germany setting with anime cyborg girls (and monsters!) in retro PS1 visual style - what's not to love? The story is a lo...
- SIGNALIS is one of those games that really sticks with you after you finish it. The atmosphere is probably my favorite part, the creepy environments, unsettling sounds, and limited...
- probably one of the best games i have ever played to be fair.The lore runs really deep and the ambiance is so damn good
- striking art style10
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- A lovingly-crafted Resident Hill in a grimdark sci-fi East Germany setting with anime cyborg girls (and monsters!) in retro PS1 visual style - what's not to love? The story is a lo...
- once i finished signalis, i was left with a lingering dread. i enjoyed the mechanics and gameplay, and the story unfolds wonderfully. the music is the cherry on top and i could loo...
- One of my viewers bought me this game and I played it and, ho-lee-smokes. Not only is this game optimized and small. But the ART, the subtleties, the DEPTH, the use of the CRTV Sta...
- clever puzzles8
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- A lovingly-crafted Resident Hill in a grimdark sci-fi East Germany setting with anime cyborg girls (and monsters!) in retro PS1 visual style - what's not to love? The story is a lo...
- Let's put it this way: This game is a merge of classic RE2 gameplay with the emotional depth and storytelling of Dead Space 1 and Silent Hill 2. In my opinion, it takes it even fur...
- One of my viewers bought me this game and I played it and, ho-lee-smokes. Not only is this game optimized and small. But the ART, the subtleties, the DEPTH, the use of the CRTV Sta...
- excellent soundtrack8
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- once i finished signalis, i was left with a lingering dread. i enjoyed the mechanics and gameplay, and the story unfolds wonderfully. the music is the cherry on top and i could loo...
- I had procrastinated on playing this game for a long time, despite having it in my Wishlist. When I finally sat down and played it I found myself glued to the seat and couldn't get...
- LOVE!! Fantastic atmosphere, story, art and soundtrack. Thematically reminds me of Nier Automata and Evangelion, aesthetically reminds me of dead space. Puzzles got really complex...
- deep lore5
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- I had heard nothing but great things about this game before trying it out and I can confidently say this massively surpassed all expectations. The world building, literature and ar...
- Great story and interesting world-building. One of the more interesting psychological horror games I've played in recent times. The concepts of loss of identity mixed with the...
- This game is hidden gold. It is insane how good this game is. It has its own unique vibe and feeling not like other slop and repetitive games. It feels like you are playing OG Resi...
Cons
- cryptic narrative5
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- A pretty good classic-style survival horror game in the vein of OG Resident Evil and Silent Hill. It happens to wear its influences on its sleeve quite a bit. Great puzzles, decent...
- I hate reading reviews where someone endured way too long for a game that they review negatively, but I got a bit carried away and underestimated how long this game would drag itse...
- Beautiful art direction, good gameplay although sometimes teetering on the edge of annoyance, and as all games of this genre, there are certain highs and lows, not all sections are...
- clunky combat4
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- If you're addicted to survival horror and you've played every other game in the genre then fine, try Signalis. It's not a bad game considering the tiny studio and budget they had t...
- I hate reading reviews where someone endured way too long for a game that they review negatively, but I got a bit carried away and underestimated how long this game would drag itse...
- Signalis is a wonderful little game with a beautiful art style and an engaging story. It can be a bit janky at times, which gets frustrating, but ultimately it’s still one of my f...
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