A Walk in the Woods

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A Walk in the Woods is a multiplayer simulation game with horror, mystery and kids themes. It was developed by Something Dark Studios and was released on May 1, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

A Walk in the Woods is a co-op multiplayer game where four players must roam a dark and dangerous forest in search of each other, avoid a terrifying creature, and reunite before the curse is complete!

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51%Audience ScoreBased on 482 reviews

story12 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

The game has a unique and immersive art style with cartoonish characters and eerie forest settings that create a spooky atmosphere.
Playing with friends enhances the experience, making the game more fun and thrilling as a cooperative survival horror game.
The original book and movie related to 'A Walk in the Woods' provide a heartwarming story about friendship, adventure, and personal growth, with strong performances by actors and beautiful scenery.

The multiplayer game suffers from severe bugs and technical issues such as inability to start games, broken lobbies, glitches, and poor optimization, rendering it essentially unplayable.
There is a lack of solo or smaller group gameplay options, requiring exactly four players to start, which is problematic given a near-empty player base and no AI substitutes.
The game lacks essential features like audio volume controls, customizable controls, and quality polish, and has poor UI, resulting in a frustrating user experience.

story
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect receives mixed feedback: many praise its depth, emotional connection, and thoughtful character development, highlighting engaging narratives about friendship, self-discovery, and life's reflections. However, some find the plot thin, disjointed, or lacking meaningful solo content, with criticisms on pacing, deviations from source material, or excessive lectures detracting from enjoyment. Overall, the story is often seen as compelling and well-crafted but occasionally marred by execution issues or uneven storytelling.
- “So much story lines, so much detail... loved it <3 tysm developers!!!”
- “The game has fancy graphics and a truly beloved story that draws in your attention in an instant.”
- “Everything from the storyline, the plot, the character stats and development to their amazing voice acting- they really used a lot of effort to connect the gamers with their characters.”
- “The developer thought other players could replace actual storytelling and level design.”
- “Without a player base or meaningful solo content (storytelling, narrative, you know, what makes games like GTA famous), the game has nothing to offer.”
- “The failure to develop the plot in the beginning was another fatal blow to this effort.”
humor
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game (or movie) is generally described as light, wry, and relatable, with moments that genuinely elicit laughter, especially for older or like-minded audiences. While some find the humor charming and heartwarming, others feel it falls flat or is underutilized, lacking the consistent wit and snarkiness present in the original source material. Overall, the comedic elements are enjoyable but uneven, often appreciated more for their gentle, observational nature than for outright hilarity.
- “Both lead actors - Robert Redford and Nick Nolte - are quite good in their roles, and there were times when Nick Nolte's character had me laughing out loud.”
- “That scene was hilarious, blisters on their feet, trying to pitch the tents, eating whatever they could find.”
- “About 20 minutes from the end, there is a scene where I was laughing so hard, I was crying (even had to blow my nose); I was watching this movie around 1 am, and my husband was in the other room sleeping.”
- “Not funny.”
- “Kristen Schaal injected much-needed humor (Bill Bryson is nothing if not funny) but unfortunately only briefly towards the beginning of the film.”
- “It is supposed to be funny though.”
graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in these games and films receive mixed feedback, ranging from stunning, mood-setting artwork that enhances the thematic experience to lagging, unpolished visuals and unresponsive graphics settings. While some praise the art style and visual appeal, others criticize poor optimization and lack of impact on gameplay or story quality. Overall, the graphics quality varies widely, affecting user enjoyment differently depending on the title.
- “The overall graphical appearance is stunning and sets the mood for the scenes beautifully.”
- “A walk in the woods' artwork was simply incredible; the cartoon aesthetic mixed with mysterious tones created a stunning yet ominous theme that suited the game perfectly.”
- “The art style of the game perfectly fits the theme and amplifies the scariness of the game.”
- “This kind of thing might work if implemented with AAA quality, but the delivery here is a clunky, unpolished, unoptimized dog's breakfast, and the visuals are laughably bad.”
- “When trying to change the graphics, nothing seems to change, and you end up stuck on the graphics panel.”
- “Bad controls, semi-decent graphics, pointless objectives; get to the portal and nothing happens.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay receives mixed reviews, with some praising its intensity, polished mechanics, and inventive design, while others point out issues like lag, glitches, limited lobby size, and difficulties entering games. Despite technical problems, many users find the core gameplay enjoyable and engaging.
- “But it is more than just the graphics, it is also the gameplay that I loved!”
- “You can create your own lobbies and play with 3 of your friends, and only 3, because the lobby will only start with 4 people in it, which I believe brings forth the truly intense gameplay this game features.”
- “This game has some of the best graphics and the gameplay is the greatest.”
- “This game would be pretty cool, if the host was able to ready up too, so I haven't even seen the actual gameplay because the lobby is broken.”
- “Terrible camera, laggy even at the lowest settings, confusing gameplay, no private servers, only 4 players, glitches and floating grass.”
- “That's all, couldn't even get into a game to describe the gameplay this game has.”
optimization
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users criticize the game's optimization, reporting poor performance even on high-end PCs, with low FPS and lack of basic features like volume control. Despite good design and potential, the unoptimized state significantly hampers the gameplay experience.
- “It seems like a good game, but it may be better optimized; I have a powerful computer and only get 70-80 fps.”
- “Game's design is nice, but its performance is a disgrace to its premise.”
- “Grrr, it's unoptimized, has no volume turner, and I couldn't even play the game!”
- “Grrr... it's unoptimized, it has no volume turner, and I couldn't even play the game!”
- “I mean, I didn't expect this poor performance from a reputable studio like 'Something Dark Studios.' Please improve your game for the betterment of society and to give the joy and dopamine rush to more players.”
- “It seems like a good game, but it could be better in terms of optimization because I have a high-end computer and only get 70-80 FPS.”
emotional
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game/movie is generally described as heartfelt, heartwarming, and nostalgic, with moments of gentle humor and touching character interactions. However, some feel it falls short of being truly engaging or emotionally impactful, noting a disparity in how different audiences might connect with its themes. Overall, it offers a warm, reflective experience about friendship and life's later stages.
- “A very heartfelt and amazing game.”
- “Michelangelo would shed a tear in response to this great work of art.”
- “It was heartwarming and great clean entertainment.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and mood-setting qualities, particularly the intro and soundtrack, which feature modern bluegrass influences. However, some users note the lack of audio options to adjust loud menu music and suggest adding more ambient sounds like footsteps for a richer experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout element, enhancing the game's emotional and immersive appeal.
- “I loved the intro and that soundtrack just hits different.”
- “The music, at least for the first two hours of the game, was incredibly relaxing and helped set the mood perfectly for each scene and adventure.”
- “It's a funny, heart warming movie (especially if you're old enough to know what they're talking about) with a beautiful soundtrack.”
- “No audio options to turn down the loud menu music.”
- “Also, some sounds for walking would be pretty cool, since the only sound I heard was the music and callouts.”
- “It has modern bluegrass music.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, including bugs affecting controls, camera functionality, and gameplay. Players frequently experience lag, glitches, and problems with multiplayer connectivity, such as difficulty starting matches or limited player capacity. Overall, the game is enjoyable but hampered by persistent technical problems.
- “This game is extremely buggy; it won't let me start the match even with four people in the lobby.”
- “The game is kinda buggy—when me and three friends tried to play, only two of us could actually play.”
- “Terrible camera, laggy even at the lowest settings, confusing gameplay, no private servers, only 4 players, glitches and floating grass.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight the game's strong replayability as its most notable feature, despite occasional issues with slightly wonky controls. Overall, the game remains engaging for multiple playthroughs.
- “The most notable feature was the game's replayability.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the grinding aspect to be tedious and elitist, likening it to a dull hobby rather than engaging gameplay. It suggests that the effort required feels more like a chore than an enjoyable or rewarding experience.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is depicted as heavily degraded and polluted, with natural environments severely damaged and the air saturated with carbon, creating a bleak and oppressive setting.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development is nuanced and effectively establishes the antagonist as a menacing and domineering presence from the start.
- “From the subtle nuances in character development right from the beginning, the antagonist is painted as a sinister threat bent on dominating his captives.”