If it's action you want, Scratches is not for you. If it's over-the-top creatures you want, Scratches is not for you. If you hate subdued, carefully planned storytelling, Scratches is not for you. If you don't like H.P. Lovecraft-style horror stories, Scratches is absolutely not for you. If you enjoy Myst, H.P. Lovecraft, and beautiful game craftsmanship – or at least the first two – then Scratches is absolutely for you, on the order of "must buy." This game is brilliant, but it takes a very certain type of gamer to appreciate its brilliance. You have to be willing to look beyond its surface, let your enjoyment of action settle down to nothing, turn off the lights, and tune your environment a little.