17 selected opinions

Silver Pines

Release 2026-10-08
Last checked 2026-10-11

Silver Pines official artwork showing a red game logo beside a man's face blended with a skull

Opinion overview

Based on 15 selected reviews.

Selected reviews, not a representative sample of all players.

Includes 6 reviews published before release; see individual review scope.

In this chart · Japanese: 0 opinions · English: 15 opinions

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15 in the chart · 2 not in the chart

PositiveGmanLivesYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Loves the unsettling atmosphere, intriguing mystery and rewarding exploration, despite severe frame-rate drops in some areas, repetitive bosses and demanding resource management.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

Explicit closing recommendation and enthusiasm for the whole game outweigh his substantial performance, resource and boss-design complaints.

Author's overall words · original English
Silver Pines is absolutely worth checking outWatch at 22:49 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
the town is genuinely fun to exploreWatch at 21:58 ↗

Is This 2026’s Best Survival Horror Game?

Published

Completed the full game on Survival Horror difficulty in around 12 hours. Slow controls take practice; warns about late-game ammunition shortages, repetitive bosses and no New Game Plus. Automatic transcript timings are approximate.

  • No supplied-code or paid-partnership statement found in the expanded description or transcript; absence is not proof of no arrangement.
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PositiveCohhCarnageYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Early impressions: likes the creepy opening and map-photo feature, and enjoys discovering how timed attacks interrupt enemies while learning the controls.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

He explicitly calls the game so far cool and badass and praises map photos and enemy interruption. Positive is limited to the opening session, not inferred from mere gameplay.

Author's overall words · original English
Pretty cool, actuallyWatch at 28:28 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
I should have taken pictures of these doorsWatch at 24:25 ↗

Silver Pines | Survival Horror Metroidvania??? Let's Check It Out | Part 1

Published

Only Part 1, about 30 minutes from a new game on Survival Horror difficulty, is assessed here. His favorable answer about the game so far is not a finished-game verdict; later parts are unexamined. Automatic transcript timings are approximate.

  • No Silver Pines supply or sponsorship statement found in this description or Part1 transcript; sponsorship mentioned here concerns another game.
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PositiveLilAggyYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Early impressions: recommends it to classic survival-horror fans and loves the atmosphere, despite a frustrating combat-learning period and punishing initial ammunition scarcity.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

His later classic-horror recommendation and closing fun-game judgment support Positive for this session, while initial combat and resource frustrations are retained.

Author's overall words · original English
Fun game. Fun game. Peak Vibage.Watch at 5:06:32 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
the vibes are immaculateWatch at 1:56:01 ↗

METROIDVANIA SURVIVAL HORROR GAME | Silver Pines

Published

First unfinished session in a five-hour stream. Started on Nightmare and lowered difficulty to Survival Horror; says the opening was rough but became more enjoyable once the mechanics clicked. Later streams are unexamined. Automatic transcript timings are approximate.

  • No supply or sponsorship statement found in the expanded description or the inspected transcript sections; uninspected speech and absence of disclosure are not proof of no arrangement.
Watch original · 5:06:32 ↗
PositivePhisnomYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Early impressions: finds the game excellent after about 90 minutes of play and enjoys its mystery, music and first boss, while withholding a settled recommendation until finishing.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

His explicit early whole-game appraisal supports Positive only for that stage of play; it does not establish a completed-game or whole-stream verdict. His deferred recommendation and missing later assessment are preserved.

Author's overall words · original English
it's already excellentWatch at 3:36:31 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
themes and visuals that compel meWatch at 4:21:50 ↗

Silver Pines... a NEW Survival Horror x Metroidvania Game???

Published

Only observations in the available first-session captions are assessed. He says the game could turn bad later and asks viewers to return after he finishes. The export stops at 4:36:53 of a 7:34:41 stream; the later closing assessment is unexamined. Automatic transcript timings are approximate.

  • No supply or sponsorship statement found in the expanded description or inspected transcript section; absence is not proof of no arrangement.
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PositiveBawkbasoupYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Sponsored early impressions: enjoys the atmospheric horror, distinctive art and ambient soundtrack, and wants to continue after his first session.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

Positive is based on his explicit postplay enjoyment and reasons in the closing assessment, with sponsorship and early scope clearly disclosed; preplay marketing and other reviewers are not votes.

Author's overall words · original English
this game was is very funWatch at 3:10:19 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
The ambient OST is perfectWatch at 3:12:19 ↗

New SURVIVAL HORROR | Silver Pines !silverpines #ad

Published

First session of an unfinished full-game playthrough on Survival Horror difficulty. The stream was sponsored for two hours; he continued playing beyond that segment. Closing reaction concerns his own play, not the promotional claims before starting. Automatic transcript timings are approximate.

  • Witch Elm and Team17 sponsored a two-hour segment of this stream. Additional sponsorship terms are not established.
Watch original · 3:10:19 ↗
PositiveCraigPure Dead Gaming

Source: English

Our summary: Loves the atmospheric town, rewarding exploration and logical puzzles, despite weaker combat and unnecessary bosses. Manual saving can erase substantial progress, but he looks forward to replaying it.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

His explicit loving verdict and planned replay support Positive. The summary retains combat, boss and saving drawbacks; the category does not come from a numerical rating.

Author's overall words · original English
I expected to enjoy Silver Pines, but I came away loving it.
Author's stated reason · original English
Solutions feel logical

Published

Own full-game play: 17 hours on default difficulty, still seeking the final collectibles for the platinum trophy. A boss death erased roughly two unsaved hours. Reviewed platform and build number are not established.

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PositiveNoah KupetskySteam Deck HQ

Source: English

Our summary: Recommends the creepy atmosphere, intricate puzzles and useful map despite unclear storytelling and awkward aiming. Enjoyable on Steam Deck, though the full game needs more performance compromises than the demo.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

The closing recommendation remains favorable despite story, aiming and Deck performance issues, supporting Positive. His specific resource shortages are retained as a play condition, not generalized to every player.

Author's overall words · original English
even with those issues, I can happily recommend it.
Author's stated reason · original English
the puzzles are intricate and interesting

Published

Completed the full PC game and tested Steam Deck OLED. Recommends High settings at 30 fps; 40 fps needs reduced settings, while Low at 60 fps still drops and has uneven frame timing. He ran short of healing before some bosses after spending items freely and treats that as his own resource-management choice. Build number is unspecified.

  • Team17 supplied the game for review.
  • Store links may earn the site a commission.
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PositiveVinnyYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Early impressions from a voice-cameo contributor: likes the distinctive art and mix of horror, exploration and 1990s influences, despite finding combat challenging.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

His explicit closing enjoyment and enthusiasm for the genre mix support Positive for his own first session. His production connection is disclosed; his view is not presented as independent of the developer or as a finished-game verdict.

Author's overall words · original English
I like this game a lotWatch at 1:09:49 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
Really cool mix of thingsWatch at 1:09:53 ↗

Vinny - Silver Pines

Published

First unfinished session, about 70 minutes, on Survival Horror difficulty. Streamed October 8 and uploaded October 10. Had not played the demo; stopping because he was tired, not because he finished. Considering more play but does not promise a full playthrough. Automatic transcript timings are approximate.

  • Contributed brief in-game TV voice cameos alongside Jerma. Payment, review-copy provision and sponsorship terms are not established.
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PositiveRaptorYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Early impressions: enjoys the atmospheric horror adventure and praises its art style and music while continuing to explore the town.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

Explicit closing enjoyment and strong praise for the whole experience support Positive for his ongoing play, with atmospheric art and music as reasons. Demo comparisons and discussion of other games are not used as this game's verdict.

Author's overall words · original English
it's great. It's all heart and soul. I like it a lot.Watch at 3:28:24 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
It's just a really well done game.Watch at 2:36 ↗

NEW RELEASE - A New Survival Horror Game with Style! First Look at Silver Pines!

Published

An unfinished follow-up session, after starting the full release the previous day. Plans to continue; this is not a completed-game verdict. The closing mentions unspecified roughness but still strongly likes the game. Automatic transcript timings are approximate.

  • Description includes an Epic Games Support-A-Creator code and general support links. No Silver Pines review-copy or sponsorship statement found in the inspected description and transcript contexts; arrangements remain unknown.
Watch original · 3:28:24 ↗
PositiveKrist DuroDuuro Plays

Source: English

Our summary: Loves the strange mystery, striking art and rewarding tool-based exploration, including map photographs that make backtracking easier. Punishing boss timing and occasional Ally X frame drops do little to diminish his enjoyment.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

His explicit enthusiastic verdict supports Positive despite boss and device-performance reservations. Classification follows the authored prose, not the displayed numerical rating.

Author's overall words · original English
one of my favorite games of the year
Author's stated reason · original English
Returning equipped to break through is consistently satisfying.

Published

Completed the PC game in 14 hours on ROG Xbox Ally X and obtained two endings. Performance improved while plugged in; occasional drops observed with the performance overlay rarely interrupted normal play. Lowering settings to Medium is a suggestion, not a reported test. Difficulty and build number are unspecified.

  • A promo copy was supplied for review; the provider is unnamed.
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PositiveJust_MarusyaYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Demo impressions: likes the town's eerie yet cozy atmosphere, photo-based map reminders and resource choices, despite unclear dodging and slow combat actions. The experience leaves her intending to buy the full game.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

Her favorable closing assessment of the demo and definite purchase intention, supported by atmosphere and exploration praise, outweigh the combat reservations. Positive applies only to the demo experience, not to the unplayed full game.

Author's overall words · original English
I will definitely buy the full gameWatch at 7:08 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
It's original, it's usefulWatch at 1:49 ↗

I Thought Silver Pines Showed Too Much. I Was Wrong.

Published

Completed a pre-release demo in about 2.5 hours and started it again. This August opinion is not a review of the October full release; combat or other details may have changed. Criticizes unclear dodge input, cumbersome escapes and healing without pausing. Automatic caption times are approximate.

  • General Patreon/Boosty and community links appear in the description. No game-specific supply or sponsorship statement found in the description or full available captions; arrangements remain unknown.
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PositiveDeadEyeArrowYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Demo impressions: strongly enjoys the moody atmosphere, art, sound and voice acting, and finds the unfolding mystery compelling enough to keep playing beyond his planned short look.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

Explicit closing enjoyment, desire to see more and sustained praise for presentation support Positive for his short demo experience. Initial trailer interest alone is not used as a verdict.

Author's overall words · original English
I'm liking this game a lot.Watch at 31:41 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
Sound design's great. Art's great. Voice acting is great.Watch at 13:10 ↗

Silver Pines - ファーストインプレッション・ゲームプレイ実況

Published

An unfinished demo session on Normal, stopped around 32 minutes into the video. Plans to finish the demo privately; this is not a full-release or completed-game verdict. Encounters combat timing and durability management but does not offer a settled assessment of later difficulty. Automatic caption times are approximate.

  • No game-specific supply or sponsorship statement found in the short description or full available captions; arrangements remain unknown. A general Patreon link appears on the channel description panel.
Watch original · 31:41 ↗
PositiveTJstarkYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Demo impressions: enjoys the striking 2D presentation and eerie blend of survival-horror influences. Expected more explosive action from the trailer, but the slower experience still leaves him pleased.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

His explicit favorable closing judgment supports Positive within demo scope. The mismatch with his action expectations and in-play frustration are retained without inventing a Negative overall verdict.

Author's overall words · original English
I really like the game.Watch at 1:06:48 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
the graphics are so cool for being a 2D game.Watch at 0:13 ↗

Silver Pines First Impressions Review | Is This Horror Game Worth Playing?

Published

A pre-release demo playthrough from June, not a review of the October full release. Experiences ammunition shortages, boss difficulties and uncertainty about where to return, yet closes with clear enjoyment. The video ends around the demo's endpoint; full-game completion and difficulty are not established. Automatic caption times are approximate.

  • No game-specific supply or sponsorship statement found in the expanded description or inspected caption contexts; arrangements remain unknown. Channel links include Twitch and other general social accounts.
Watch original · 1:06:48 ↗
PositiveRunebeeYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Early impressions: strongly recommends the mysterious atmosphere and score, despite frustrating aiming, slow melee attacks and substantial lag on her own screen.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

Her explicit closing recommendation and desire to continue support Positive for early own play, while controls and performance complaints remain visible. Sponsorship is disclosed, not used to reject or prove the opinion's independence.

Author's overall words · original English
I really like this game. I super recommend it.Watch at 2:53:06 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
I like the mystery.Watch at 2:51:19 ↗

Silver Pines - Day 1 -Horror Metroidvania game!

Published

First session of the full release on Survival Horror difficulty, not a completed-game verdict. Says she deliberately avoided the demo. Has mainly experienced survival horror and has not yet tested much of the advertised Metroidvania progression. Reports lag visible to her even when the broadcast looks normal. Restarting improved it during this session; a lasting fix is not established. Automatic caption times are approximate.

  • Team17 and Wych Elm sponsored this stream, explicitly stated in the opening. She reports continuing beyond the sponsorship window because she is enjoying play. The commercial connection is not presented as absence of influence.
Watch original · 2:53:06 ↗
MixedGrimmiYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Sponsored early impressions: loves the haunting atmosphere and visuals, but becomes frustrated by punishing combat and scarce resources on Survival Horror difficulty.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

The available early session includes direct whole-game enthusiasm and substantial later frustration on the chosen difficulty. Mixed applies to that limited window, not to sponsorship or an assumed completed-game verdict.

Author's overall words · original English
this is a good game. I really like itWatch at 4:01:21 ↗
Author's stated reason · original English
The visuals are amazingWatch at 1:21:42 ↗

【Silver Pines】Silver Pines is finally here baybeeeeee!!! So Let's Check it out!

Published

Only the available first-session captions are assessed, not a completed-game verdict. Explicit enthusiasm is followed by repeated deaths and frustration with resource pressure. Captions stop at 4:31:12 of the 6:31:07 stream; the later closing assessment is unexamined. Automatic transcript timings are approximate.

  • Paid Team17 sponsorship is stated in the stream; the description also provides an affiliate link. Further terms are not established.
Watch original · 4:01:21 ↗

Other · Not included in the chart.

OtherVDGMSYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Finds precise climbing awkward, inventory space restrictive and the boat quest unrewarding, while appreciating the camera's map markers and the flashlight's restrictions on interaction in dark areas.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

Useful personal criticism and favorable observations are present, but an overall current judgment is not established. Display as Other; do not convert anticipation or sponsored purchase messaging into Positive, or scattered criticisms into Negative.

Author's aspect evidence · original English
this quest felt like a waste of timeWatch at 11:11 ↗

Silver Pines Beginner's Guide | 41 Tips You Need To Know

Published

A sponsored beginner guide containing first-person observations and later-game tips, not a verified overall review. Completion and difficulty are not established. His separate review's spoken verdict remains unread. Automatic transcript timings are approximate.

  • Team17 sponsored this guide, explicitly stated in its opening and closing. A promotional purchase link appears in the description. Separate review sponsorship is not inferred from the guide.
Watch original · 11:11 ↗
OtherHoodieYouTube

Source: English

Our summary: Demo impressions: repeatedly praises the game's visuals and enjoys its music, but becomes frustrated with a boss encounter. The edited playthrough does not establish a settled overall verdict.

Original may contain spoilers.

Why this category?

Personal aspect praise and boss frustration are useful, but no reliably scoped overall conclusion is established. Display as Other rather than infer Positive from visuals or Negative from an in-fight outburst.

Author's aspect evidence · original English
this is a very good looking gameWatch at 3:54 ↗

The worst private investigator of all time(Silver Pines demo)

Published

An edited, comedic demo playthrough, not a completed full-game review. His momentary statement of hating the game occurs during a difficult boss attempt; neither that outburst nor the joking outro is treated as a balanced overall judgment. Automatic captions may confuse his inserted character voice with game dialogue; the selected visual praise is his own.

  • No game-specific supply or sponsorship statement found in the short description or full available captions; arrangements remain unknown.
Watch original · 3:54 ↗

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