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It’s hardly a dry philosophy lecture, though, as the various concepts are presented allegorically in a series of fantasy experiences or visions, experienced by a narrator who is beginning to realize that he has died. Tied into that are ideas about the role of human ego, Freudian concepts of Thanatos and Eros, and the concept of reincarnation. Relying heavily on narration and dialogue (and hindered by clunky voice acting), Caligo seems be attempting to describe the function of imagination in creating the world we perceive around us. While it’s a refreshing departure from what we’ve come to expect from so-called Walking Simulators – not to mention previous releases from Russian studio Krealit, which until now primarily released isometric shooters – Caligo feels too heavy-handed to provoke deep thoughts or emotions. A “walking simulator” by any definition – there’s little interaction other than ambulating through a linear narrative – this game eschews the burgeoning genre’s usual focus on history and childhood trauma in favor of dark fantasy allegories about life, imagination and creativity.

Made in Europe.Named for a Latin word that can variously mean “fog,” “mist,” “darkness” and “obscurity,” Caligo is aptly titled. All other brands, product names, and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Microsoft®, Windows® and DirectX® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Iceberg Interactive design and mark are registered trademarks of Iceberg Interactive B.V. Licensed exclusively to and published by Iceberg Interactive B.V. Ominous but wonderful graphics created using the Unreal 4 engine.Ĭonarium © 2018 Zoetrope Interactive.A deep and suspenseful homage to H P Lovecraft with many secrets and Easter eggs.Powered by Unreal Engine 4, Conarium aims to bring cutting-edge visuals for a more immersive storytelling and gaming experience. Study clues and unlock secrets, whilst avoiding macabre beings at all cost. You have lost something important or gained something sinister.Įxplore the Antarctic base, as well as dreams and visions. Soon you will discover that having used the device during the expedition, you have died but then returned subtly changed, speaking of strange memories and of strange places. Somehow knowing that your memories cannot guide you enforces a strange feeling of vulnerability, a familiar yet alien sensation of being a part of a peculiar whole.

Having recalled nothing other than that you’re in Upuaut, an Antarctic base located near the South Pole, you find the place deserted and have a distinct feeling of something being terribly wrong. Patterns of lights executing a Danse Macabre on the walls is presented by a queer device on the table. You, as Frank Gilman, open your eyes inside a room filled with strange, pulsating noises. Lovecraft's novella At the Mountains of Madness, but largely set after the original story.

Conarium is a chilling Lovecraftian game that follows the gripping story of four scientists and their endeavour to challenge what we normally consider to be the "absolute" limits of nature.