Silver Pines: A Critical Success Built on Rotoscoped Horror and Frustrating Puzzles
Silver Pines, a 2D survival horror Metroidvania by Wych Elm, launched on October 8, 2026, to high critical acclaim. The game follows private investigator Red Walker in a decaying town, blending noir mystery with resource management. While praised for its atmospheric rotoscoped visuals and narrative, some reviewers criticize its puzzle design and backtracking mechanics.