Abandoned Souls

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"Abandoned Souls" is a horror walking simulator, presented in a found footage style, where you play as a video blogger, Tim, exploring an abandoned hospital with a dark past. The game features almost too realistic graphics, immersive sound design, and a creepy atmosphere with plenty of screams. The game takes around 30 to 60 minutes to complete.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 128 reviews

atmosphere26 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game features an intense atmosphere with excellent sound design that enhances the horror experience.
Many players found the jump scares effective and enjoyed the immersive gameplay, making it a fun experience overall.
Despite its short length, the game is considered worth the price, especially for fans of horror walking simulators.

The game suffers from severe optimization issues, with many players experiencing low frame rates and bugs that hinder gameplay.
Navigation can be frustrating due to slow movement speed and unclear paths, leading to confusion and aimless wandering.
Some players felt the game was too short and lacked depth in its story and gameplay mechanics, making it feel generic.

atmosphere
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
24%
8%
The atmosphere in this game is widely praised for its intense creepiness and effective sound design, creating a pervasive sense of dread that keeps players on edge. Many reviewers highlight the successful use of lighting and environmental details to enhance the horror experience, with some noting the game's ability to evoke genuine fear despite its short length. However, a few critiques mention that the atmosphere can falter towards the end or feel dull in certain areas, but overall, it remains a standout feature that appeals to fans of atmospheric horror.
- “A very short, psychological horror walking simulator that nails the creepy atmosphere of the abandoned asylum.”
- “The atmosphere really shined through here in the dark and dingy VHS style that is growing in popularity.”
- “Incredible atmosphere and sound design.”
- “A very short, psychological horror walking simulator that nails the creepy atmosphere for the abandoned asylum.”
- “The atmosphere is dreadful and you do fear for your life at times, but since this is a walking sim, you aren't in any danger.”
- “In the case of abandoned souls, the atmosphere and environmental design of the hospital was really dull.”
story
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
53%
8%
The game's story is generally well-constructed and engaging, with many players appreciating its atmosphere and sound design, though it lacks originality and predictability. While some found the narrative captivating and effective, others criticized it as generic and overly reliant on common assets. Overall, the story is seen as solid but could benefit from more depth and environmental storytelling.
- “The story is simple but effective; the more you uncover about the plot, the more you want to know what really happened in the hospital.”
- “Even the story itself was gripping and interesting; I really felt captivated by trying to uncover the truths of the facility.”
- “The story may not be the most original, but it is solid and well-constructed. For a game that is only around 60 minutes, the pacing doesn't feel rushed; it's well balanced and thought out.”
- “The story was as generic as they come.”
- “It was just boring and it was painfully obvious that the story was working around the assets flipped, rather than vice versa.”
- “There isn't much to the story at all and you basically just walk in, walk out, and end game.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
41%
12%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising their immersive quality and realism, particularly in terms of atmosphere and lighting. However, several users report issues with performance and optimization, noting that the game fails to save graphics settings and can look poor on lower settings. Overall, while the visuals are often highlighted as a strong point, technical problems detract from the experience for some players.
- “The graphics, sound design, and scares are all top-notch, creating a truly immersive experience.”
- “The graphics in this game are fantastic and realistic, creating an immersive experience.”
- “Fantastic visuals and atmosphere, great use of lighting, and excellent sound design.”
- “The core problem I faced was that the game didn't save any changes I made to the graphics settings, which drastically impacted my experience.”
- “Trailers look neat, but the bit I played would need significant graphics optimization, settings fixes, and would need some boosts to speed.”
- “Graphics, even maxed out, looked horrible.”
gameplay
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
47%
16%
The gameplay is primarily a straightforward, immersive experience that resembles a haunted house walkthrough, utilizing found footage and a GoPro-style design to enhance the atmosphere. While it features effective jump scares and a strong visual vibe, many players feel it lacks depth and complexity, often comparing it to a cinematic experience rather than a traditional game. Overall, the pacing and ambiance are appreciated, but there are calls for more engaging mechanics and content in future releases.
- “The gameplay starts out pretty simple, but so much is uncovered by the time it's finished.”
- “The gameplay features good jumpscares that will definitely startle you.”
- “The gameplay itself was pretty straightforward-- it felt like a well-made haunted house walk-through.”
- “Was a little bummed that the actual gameplay was not as crisp as the preview videos; the graphics are chonky.”
- “You can find similar games of this gameplay style for free, and so I think a $5 price is way too much.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
37%
38%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players citing severe issues that hinder performance, such as graphics settings not saving and significant bugs. While some users noted that optimization is acceptable, the consensus leans towards a need for substantial improvements to enhance gameplay experience.
- “One noteworthy aspect that could use improvement though is in the optimization department, specifically the performance.”
- “Optimization is fine.”
- “I really wanted to enjoy this game, but unfortunately, I couldn't due to severe optimization issues.”
- “The game doesn’t save any graphics changes, making it difficult to adjust performance.”
- “Trailers look neat, but the bit I played would need significant graphics optimization, settings fixes, and would need some boosts to speed.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant glitches, soft-locks, and bugs that hinder gameplay, making it unplayable for some. While a few players noted minimal issues, they highlighted that optimization remains a concern, particularly at higher resolutions. Overall, stability appears to be a major drawback for many players.
- “Not to mention the slew of glitches, soft-locks, and bugs that have been reported by others.”
- “As another reviewer mentioned, this game is unplayable despite lowering the settings and other troubleshooting failures.”
- “I did not find many glitches or bugs in the game; however, optimization could use some work. I tried to play this game above 1080p, and it was just unplayable. I also had to match my desktop's resolution to the game's resolution in order to be able to play.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The music in the game is described as decent, with moments of tension that enhance the overall experience. It is complemented by exceptional sound design, featuring a chilling soundtrack and well-timed effects that contribute to a spine-tingling horror atmosphere. Overall, while not groundbreaking, the music effectively supports the game's themes.
- “Complemented by an exceptional sound design, encompassing both the chilling soundtrack and impeccably timed effects, it's safe to say that this game delivers a spine-tingling horror experience.”
- “Music gets tense at times, so yeah, it is decent.”
- “Music wasn’t horrible.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for its effectiveness, with players finding the introduction of creepy creatures amusing, leading to playful nicknames like "the boogiekins." While some elements elicit laughter, others contribute to a creepy atmosphere, creating a blend of humor and unease.
- “The creatures were creepy, but because of the funny way they were introduced, I started calling them 'the boogiekins' lol.”
- “Found that hilarious!”
- “There were some aspects of it that made me laugh, and there were plenty of aspects that creeped me out.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
200%
100%
The game offers high replayability due to its multiple endings and short playtime of under two hours, allowing players to easily replay it multiple times in one sitting.
- “Each playthrough offers a unique experience, making you want to dive back in and explore different choices.”
- “The variety of paths and outcomes ensures that no two runs feel the same, keeping the game fresh and engaging.”
- “The multiple endings add to the replayability, and at under 2 hours of playtime, it can easily be replayed many times in the same sitting.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a quick cash grab, with players feeling that the overall experience is diminished by poor visibility and a lack of engaging content.
- “The game feels like a lackluster quick cash grab, prioritizing monetization over player experience.”
- “The monetization strategies are overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
- “It seems like every feature is locked behind a paywall, which really detracts from the overall enjoyment.”