SOMA

SOMA

September 21, 2015
Frictional Games AB
4.5/5.0(26,366 reviews)

Genres

HorrorAdventureAction

Themes

sci-fihorrorpsychologicalphilosophicaldarkmysteriousexplorationsurvival

Mechanics

real-timelinearexplorationpuzzle-solvingstealthstory-drivendialoguevoice-actingcutsceneshidden-secretscollectiblesai-companions

About This Game

The radio is dead, food is running out, and the machines have started to think they are people. Underwater facility PATHOS-II has suffered an intolerable isolation and we’re going to have to make some tough decisions. What can be done? What makes sense? What is left to fight for?

Enter the world of SOMA and face horrors buried deep beneath the ocean waves. Delve through locked terminals and secret documents to uncover the truth behind the chaos. Seek out the last remaining inhabitants and take part in the events that will ultimately shape the fate of the station. But be careful, danger lurks in every corner: corrupted humans, twisted creatures, insane robots, and even an inscrutable omnipresent A.I.

You will need to figure out how to deal with each one of them. Just remember there’s no fighting back, either you outsmart your enemies or you get ready to run.

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature

Gameplay

Modes
Single player
Perspective
First person

Time to Beat

Rushed:5h
Main story:11h
Completionist:16h

Player Reviews

Great

Overall player feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with many praising SOMA for its immersive storytelling, atmosphere, and philosophical themes. However, some criticism has surfaced regarding gameplay mechanics and frustrating bugs that detract from the experience for a minority.

Pros

  • Incredible story and narrative depth
  • Immersive atmosphere and setting
  • Top-notch audio and sound design
  • Thought-provoking themes and philosophy
  • Engaging character development

Cons

  • Gameplay can feel tedious and slow at times
  • Some players experienced immersion-breaking bugs
  • Lack of clear direction or guidance in game progression
  • Stealth mechanics were criticized as unenjoyable
  • A few found enemy encounters unchallenging

Based on 100 reviews from steam

Screenshots

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SOMA — Frequently Asked Questions

Is SOMA worth playing?
SOMA has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.5 out of 5 across 26,366 reviews.
How long does it take to beat SOMA?
SOMA takes around 11 hours for the main story and about 16 hours to fully complete.
Is SOMA single-player or multiplayer?
SOMA supports single player.
What platforms is SOMA available on?
SOMA is available on PS4.
When did SOMA release?
SOMA released on September 21, 2015.
What is SOMA's age rating?
SOMA carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature.