Highlands, Deep Waters

Highlands, Deep Waters

Interactive Lovecraftian Novel

28 ratings
22 reviews
$6.99
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 28, 2017
  • January 8, 2026

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Unravel a dark mystery in a Scottish town, uncovering cultists and abyssal horrors. Your choices shape the narrative of this text-based interactive novel, where you play as a detective, criminal, or scholar.

Interactive text-based story
Choice-driven narrative
Deduction system for clues
Sanity system
Character role selection
Hand-drawn maps and lore
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This actually scared me somehow, it was amazing

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Lovecraftian Noir

Great mixture of cosmic horror and hard boiled noir the brings out the best in both. Beautiful yet haunting prose that sticks with you. Well-done research into Scottish Gaelic language and mythology. Strongly recommend.

Great, immersive narrative

Some really intense planning has gone into this game. If you are fan of Lovecraft or similar works, give it a try. Had me hooked after a few pages. Would be good to have some more options near the outcome as it doesn’t allow for you to lie to get out of trouble then switch tactics at some key moments. But overall a great effort and lots of fun. Please can you upgrade the age rating though, some parts are a bit strong for age 12
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Enjoyed it

The story did a really good job making me feel like a character in an Lovecraftian horror story. To the point that I was trying to think ahead. Alot of things here surprised me.

This game had me hooked

I loved this game and wanted to keep playing it to see what would happen. You felt like you were the characters at some points during the game. You had to remind yourself that this was just a game.

I liked how you had to do your own research. Some parts of the game were scary like the high tide. I was glad to see you were okay in the end.

I would deffinetly recommend this game to others. I really enjoyed it.
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What is Highlands, Deep Waters?

Highlands, Deep Waters is a 340,000-word interactive horror novel. It's a text-based game where your choices significantly impact the unfolding story, immersing you in a Lovecraftian mystery.

What are the key gameplay mechanics?

The game features a Deduction system to gather and interpret clues, a Sanity system to manage your character's mental state, and allows you to play as different roles like a Detective, Criminal, or Scholar. Your choices determine the outcome of the investigation and the story.

Is Highlands, Deep Waters free to play?

The application is free to download and play, but it is supported by advertisements. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees required to experience the full story.

What platforms is Highlands, Deep Waters available on?

The provided data does not specify compatibility with particular operating systems or devices. However, it is described as a mobile application, suggesting it is available on common mobile platforms like iOS and Android.

What kind of story can I expect?

You can expect a dark, Lovecraftian horror narrative centered around investigating a murder in a small Scottish town. The story involves cultists, abyssal horrors, and a deep dive into secrets that may challenge your character's sanity.