Though players sensitive to this subject matter may want to avoid dipping into this title altogether due to the length of these animations.Īnd unfortunately, some of the ghost designs have absolutely not gotten better with age. Despite its focus on suicide and feelings of hopelessness, it doesn’t feel voyeuristic. And it’s one thing that Maiden of Black Water does well. It’s shocking but effective, given how it works into the general theme. Animations range from your stock-and-standard ghost wandering around the screen to reliving the moment of their death. This is due to a plot point that revolves around Mount Hikami and its allure to those feeling hopeless or on the verge of suicide. Players will encounter a plethora of ghosts, all from different time periods. This can leave players confused as to the connection of certain characters or ghosts within the overarching narrative. Certain bits of important storytelling are also relegated to the use of the Fatal Glance mechanic. The inclusion of these rituals, and in Maiden of Black Water‘s case the use of ghost marriage ceremony, feels like set dressing.
Unlike previous entries in the series, it does little to examine the harsh traditions imposed upon the vulnerable or the unwilling self-sacrifice largely involved in the horrifying rituals for which Fatal Frame has been known. Maiden of Black Water concerns itself with the taboo, specifically incest, to create shocking plot twists. The more the story in Maiden of Black Water progresses, the worse it becomes. When the main cast is finally introduced, the narrative begins to pick up the pace! But not for the better. Characters only link together through the occasional note or sparse bit of dialogue. For the first half of the game, these stories are mostly connected by thin threads. Tales range from a derelict inn to the Doll Shrine located deep within a forest that draws inspiration from the real location of Aokigahara. At the start, the game introduces players to folklore surrounding Mount Hikami. Players will spend time controlling Yuri Kozukata, Ren Hojo, and Miu Hinasaki as they unearth a mystery (and tragedy) surrounding Mount Hikami. And it’s unsurprising that both of these things continue to drag this entry down.įatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water divides itself into segments with three playable characters.
However, Maiden of Black Water has been a divisive entry among hardcore fans since its release, garnering criticism for its character designs and incoherent story. And with the release of Fatal Frame: Maiden of Black Water, there’s hope that Fatal Frame will return! At least to some extent.
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However, the series has practically faded from existence, a ghost of its former self. I became equally invested in the franchise and obsessed with it as a pre-teen. Fatal Frame was a huge part of my formative experience with horror media.
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