GYLT Reviews

GYLT is ranked in the 40th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
7 / 10.0
Jan 8, 2020

Gylt is a creepy, atmospheric stealth game with a relatable, socially-aware message that's hampered by its Stadia-exclusivity.

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7.6 / 10.0
Apr 12, 2020

Gylt was actually a fairly good experience, it brought some chills and had an interesting story.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 3, 2023

GYLT provides a solid entry point into the horror video game genre, especially for those who are not typically drawn to such games. The presence of a child protagonist, simple controls, and relatable themes of bullying and self-worth make it accessible to a wide audience. While there are moments of tension and scares, the horror elements are relatively mild compared to other games in the genre.

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4 / 5.0
Jul 3, 2023

Gylt is a short horror game with a lot of good ideas. It doesn’t break any new ground, but it has a solid structure that provides a clear path to follow while rewarding exploration at the same time. The world has enough potential that I wouldn’t mind revisiting it in a sequel, but either way, it’s nice to see a game like this find new life now that Stadia is gone.

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6.3 / 10.0
Jul 3, 2023

GYLT is a gateway horror game. Taken as an introduction to the genre for a younger player, GYLT certainly succeeds. That isn’t to say that older, more experienced players will find no to enjoy Tequila Works once Stadia are exclusive. Still, they would be hard-pressed to identify systems and mechanics that feel like true modern-day implementations rather than their older iterations. NPCs and puzzles seem to adhere to the designs of yesteryear, creating a mechanically-basic outing for Sally. And yet there’s a charm that can penetrate these enveloping issues. Combining the twisted Pixar-style aesthetics with the heart-wrenching presentation of bullying elevates GYLT just enough beyond its failures to be enticing. If only Tequila Works had more to say about their engrossing world, GYLT would have undoubtedly ascended further.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 12, 2023

GYLT is packed with great atmosphere, music, and spooks galore, but the juvenile theming leaves the narrative wanting.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 14, 2023

Gylt takes a smart approach by integrating the theme of bullying, an important and current issue, into a horror adventure game. Through fun gameplay, it manages to get its message across in an engaging way without unnecessarily prolonging it. Although there may be some setbacks that may cause annoyance, it is undeniable how consistent and pleasant the overall game is, making these problems small when compared to the total experience that the title provides.

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6.5 / 10.0
Jul 17, 2023

GYLT is a good and fun experience, with clear foundations in titles like Silent Hill or Alan Wake, and, without inventing anything new, it manages to have the solid structure of a good game. A topic as delicate as bullying is constantly present and, combined with the text and the dark atmosphere, makes this title quite appealing for those who like the genre.

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7 / 10.0
Jul 9, 2023

Gylt is a very interesting game. The setting, the gameplay, the exploration, and the puzzles are very impressive. But it falls very short when it comes to the story. It felt as though the game was trying to tell two different stories in one setting. But the game just was not able to execute it as I would have wanted considering the subject matter it does touch on. But when collectibles and environmental details do that job significantly better, I cannot help feeling let down. Outside of this though, Gylt is an easy recommendation at its price and short length of nearly seven hours to encourage multiple playthroughs for its multiple endings.

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No Recommendation / Blank
Jul 31, 2023

GYLT falls short of expectations despite promising so much. The theme is strong, but the game relies on clichés and predictable plot twists instead of making a genuine effort to be impactful and memorable in its portrayal. It feels like a minimal attempt to address a powerful theme, and as a result, the good intention gets lost, and the theme becomes diluted by the gameplay.

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Lee Mehr
Top Critic
6 / 10.0
Aug 5, 2023

While Tequila Works' inspiration to explore bullying forms a valuable blueprint, the end result isn't as well-bylt as originally expected.

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Aug 9, 2023

Gylt is a short game, lasts about 4 hours, is simple in its design and execution, but manages to entertain. Visual aesthetics are its strongest point, the use of a child as the protagonist means that it is better to avoid confrontations. While survival horror, Gylt feels like an initiation game designed for the younger ones, as it is not scary and the resource management is minimal. It is based on the same pillars on which the great references were built.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 7, 2023

With an impeccable art direction and an oppressive and terrifying atmosphere, GYLT welcomes us to a city full of monsters where nothing is what it seems and we will live in first person the impact of our actions... or lack of them.

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Nov 18, 2019

GYLT won't creep out most genre veterans, but kids deserve quality horror stories too, and there's no better starting place in games than GYLT.

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75 / 100
Jul 3, 2023

The greatest quality of GYLT is not in its gameplay, but in making use of a very relevant theme to show us that, sometimes, our biggest nightmare can be sitting right next to us.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 10, 2023

While its gameplay can feel a little basic at times, we’re really glad that GYLT is now free of Stadia. This is a small but powerful horror title that tackles an important issue while also providing hours of engaging gameplay. And though there’s nothing truly original here, Tequila Works has obviously put this together with care. If nothing else, it deserves praise for simply being a horror game accessible to younger audiences while still being unsettling for all.

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3.5 / 5.0
Nov 18, 2019

GYLT introduces a new IP to a new system with some world building elements that hearken back to some of Tequila Works' previous titles, which isn't a bad thing at all.

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Spaziogames
Antonello Buzzi
Top Critic
6 / 10.0
Apr 19, 2020

Gylt offers a simple mix of stealth, exploration and puzzles. Despite the atmosfere has a bit of a Silent Hill vibe, it fails to do anything relevant to be memorable.

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GamingBolt
Usaid
Top Critic
6 / 10.0
Jul 3, 2023

GYLT is a game that's not without its flaws, but the simple gameplay mechanics and interesting atmosphere do a good enough job of retaining one's interest for its relatively short runtime.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jul 14, 2023

GYLT from Tequila Works is a heavy game to bear. Its story is overwhelmingly sad, relatable, and impactful. The gameplay is built to complement the story and the devs did a great job of pulling those two pieces together. This game isn’t for the faint of heart and it will certainly get you in the feels, but the journey is worth the emotional risk.

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