A Day Out

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"A Day Out" is a cryptid hunting game where you solve cases and capture exotic creatures in various locations worldwide. Use traps, weapons, and vehicles to track and subdue these elusive beings, then display them in your own FOB. Play solo or with up to three friends for increased challenge and fun. Customize your hunter's appearance to your liking.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 664 reviews

story22 positive mentions

stability44 negative mentions

The game is fun and provides a unique experience for cryptid hunting, especially when played with friends.
Character customization is extensive, allowing for a variety of looks and styles.
The graphics and art style are appealing, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, particularly with vehicle controls and inventory management.
Combat mechanics are clunky, with monsters being overly aggressive and difficult to dodge.
Gameplay can feel repetitive and linear, lacking depth in mission design and exploration.

story
134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for being generic and linear, with many missions feeling repetitive and lacking depth. While some players appreciate the unique monster-hunting premise and the lore scattered throughout, others find the overall narrative weak and poorly executed, with minimal references to character backstories or overarching plots. Despite its potential, the story fails to engage players fully, leading to a mixed reception regarding its execution and creativity.
- “Its unique blend of monster-hunting and case-solving, combined with stunning visuals and an engaging story, makes it a must-play for fans of supernatural adventures.”
- “The gameplay is fun, the monsters are cool, and the little bits of lore and story you get while doing the cases is a nice touch.”
- “Each monster has a mini story, and each map looks different which is really nice.”
- “Every mission is the same, only different in the boss's attack animations and speed.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “Just a super secret agent, trained to hunt monsters with his dad's bolt action rifle and pump action shotgun because a monster killed his friends, but when you kill that monster there are exactly zero references to the only thing that resembles a plot here (aside from a weird cult plot that is referenced a whole 3 times then turns out to be the whole focus?). Just not a well thought out or executed game.”
gameplay
70 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
66%
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it linear, simple, and repetitive, leading to a bland experience. While some appreciate the cooperative elements and unique mechanics of hunting cryptids, others criticize the clunky controls, numerous bugs, and overall ease of defeating monsters. Despite its potential and ongoing updates, significant improvements are needed to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “A day out has multiple cryptids to hunt that have unique mechanics, multiple environments that have their own hazards, character customization while basic has a lot of options to make your character unique, a solo mode that actually is playable and can be finished (recently beat the sludge man solo) and it's only 12 bucks.”
- “The cooperative gameplay elements shine, and the jumpscares peppered throughout the missions add an extra layer of excitement and intensity.”
- “Despite some minor bugs and the need for improvement in certain areas, the game's unique blend of mechanics and its potential for growth make it an exciting addition to any gamer's library.”
- “Gameplay is very linear, simple, and repetitive.”
- “What seems like a great idea for a game with so much potential is nothing but a letdown with bad game mechanics. The main point is to go through the case and eventually take out the cryptid.”
- “The gameplay loop is just bland.”
graphics
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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41%
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The graphics of "A Day Out" are characterized by a vibrant, cartoonish art style that effectively contrasts with the game's eerie themes, enhancing the overall atmosphere. While the visuals are generally praised for their quality and unique design, some players note occasional performance spikes and minor bugs. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's immersive experience, making it appealing for fans of supernatural adventures.
- “Its unique blend of monster-hunting and case-solving, combined with stunning visuals and an engaging story, makes it a must-play for fans of supernatural adventures.”
- “The colourful graphics offer a great juxtaposition to the otherwise eerie set dressing.”
- “Great game, awesome graphics and really fun with friends.”
- “The cartoony graphics definitely take away from the horror, but that doesn't make it less intense; walking through the woods, to have the wendigo pop out at you will always be a rush!”
- “¤graphics - for that Fortnite crowd.”
- “So a day out is a cryptid hunting game with a cartoon art style.”
stability
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely reported to be very buggy, with issues ranging from physics glitches to AI problems, which detracts from the overall experience. While many players find the bugs amusing and not game-breaking, they express hope for future updates to address these issues. Overall, the stability of the game is a significant concern, but it retains a fun factor that keeps players engaged.
- “Incredibly buggy even for an early access game.”
- “4.9 out of 10, a buggy mess with it saving grace being its being in the moment it's Halloween event of 2023.”
- “This game was super fun when it was a demo. I understand the game just came out, but there are too many bugs. I can't bind keys that are needed, the game freezes when I look at a map, I almost finished the first chapter and it randomly kicked me out, and other times it just crashes. I'm not going to refund because I loved this game when I did the demo; it just needs fixes. Once those fixes come in, then I'll recommend people play it because this game is totally different and fun.”
humor
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both hilarious and entertaining, especially when played with friends. Many reviews highlight the amusing glitches, ragdoll physics, and goofy mechanics that enhance the overall experience, making it a fun co-op game filled with laugh-out-loud moments. Despite some bugs, the comedic elements contribute positively to the gameplay, creating a unique blend of humor and scares.
- “Play this with a friend you love to mess around with; this game is hilarious.”
- “There's some glitches, but most of them made the experience even better--we were laughing our asses off the whole time.”
- “This game is hilariously fun; I would highly recommend playing it with your friends.”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it infinitely replayable due to hidden secrets and lore that encourage multiple playthroughs, others criticize its lack of replay value, particularly for solo players, due to difficulty scaling and scripted gameplay. Many suggest that additional collectibles and varied gameplay elements could enhance replayability and attract a larger player base. Overall, the game offers intriguing elements but feels limited in replay potential for certain play styles.
- “There are tons of cool secrets and lore to find, new and popular monsters to hunt, and every case has replayability because every time you play it through, you find another detail you missed.”
- “And while streaming, we learned there were other things to look for while following the case, and that makes me so much more intrigued and definitely ups the replayability for each individual case.”
- “Seems to be a pretty well-made game where the developers have actually taken their time to include both quality and replayability. An increase in replay value would enhance the player base as well as the overall playtime.”
- “The game lacks replay value and it is almost impossible for a solo player to play due to the fact that the difficulty is scaled for multiplayer. More replay value would be nice to see, like collectibles that are not just weapons on the map that you can use to upgrade stuff or change the look of the FOB.”
- “What would be nice is a replayability value; as far as I can gather, the game's concept is based on a certain script, in map X with one hard concept X. An increase in replayability would boost the player base as well as the overall playtime.”
- “It's a fun concept, but it's extremely bare bones. The physics are janky, the monster is not at all scary (and it is a massive bullet sponge that just punches you once and runs away), and most importantly, the rounds are scripted and static—so no replay value.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its immersive and well-designed environments, creating a strong sense of intrigue and exploration, particularly when playing with others. However, the tension diminishes upon encountering the cryptids, as the horror elements falter and the pacing is disrupted, leading to a less impactful experience. Overall, while the graphics and map design contribute positively to the atmosphere, there is a desire for further refinement in sound design and additional monster variety.
- “A great in development game for catching cryptids; I found that playing with two people leaves a good balance with a lighthearted atmosphere.”
- “I love the atmosphere of the maps; there are many secrets to find and the monsters are very well designed, especially the blue dinosaur-looking thing.”
- “Great graphics, good atmosphere, and immersion.”
- “I'd love to see more monsters, polish when it comes to the atmosphere and aesthetics, sound design.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews on grinding in the game are mixed; some players find it annoyingly tedious and time-consuming, particularly due to frustrating UI elements, while others enjoy the grind as a fun aspect of gameplay. Overall, it appears that grinding can be a significant time investment, with some players feeling it requires an excessive commitment.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Annoyingly grindy.”
- “Spend several minutes in the starting area manipulating finicky and tedious UI elements trying to get what I assume is a sensible loadout.”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and variety, enhancing the overall experience with a chill soundtrack that complements both intense and relaxed moments. Players appreciate the attention to detail, including customizable radios and ambient sounds, which contribute to an immersive atmosphere. Overall, the music is seen as a well-crafted element that adds depth to the gameplay.
- “From messing around in the hub, dancing to the music, to the different maps, there is a lot to do.”
- “One moment you're shitting yourself running from a demon, and the next you're vibing to the amazing chill soundtrack by the fire.”
- “I was constantly impressed with the level of detail and depth put into a lot of things; like character customization, radios with channels that play different kinds of music, some very accurate and high-quality ambient noise, a fleshed-out base, and even a hub world around it that will surely have things added to it.”
- “I kept the music to a minimal volume.”
- “The music is forgettable and doesn't add much to the overall experience.”
- “The variety of music is lacking, making it feel repetitive after a short time.”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is praised for delivering smooth performance across various hardware, including high-end setups like the 4090 and 13900k, as well as on the Steam Deck. While some users report occasional performance spikes, the majority experience stable frame rates and no crashes, highlighting the optimization as a significant positive aspect.
- “The game runs smoothly for me on my desktop and on my Steam Deck.”
- “Zero crashes and the optimization is a breath of fresh air.”
- “The graphics and performance are good, but sometimes there are spikes. I'm running a 4090-13900k and can hold a whopping 120-200 fps, and it got around 80 fps on ultra with a 3080, so this isn't an issue.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game has received mixed feedback, with some praising the cool monster and character designs, while others criticize the female character design as poorly executed. Additionally, players express dissatisfaction with gameplay mechanics and overall character engagement, indicating a lack of depth and satisfaction in character progression.
- “Cool monster and character designs.”
- “The character development feels shallow and uninspired, making it hard to connect with any of the protagonists.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and lacking depth, which made the story feel flat.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices in character development left me feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, capitalizing on the current trend of "four idiots handling supernatural problems" without offering substantial value or innovation.
- “In a time where the popularity of 'four idiots have to handle a supernatural problem' games is at an all-time high, it could not be more clear this game is just a quick, cheap cash grab to take advantage of recent trends.”