Abnormality

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Abnormality is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Nightmare Studios and was released on October 28, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Abnormality is a multiplayer ghost-hunting horror game, where you and up to 3 friends explore abandoned locations using ghost hunting tools, night vision goggles, and stealth to uncover supernatural evidence. The experience is immersive and challenging due to the reliance on darkness, sound, and silence to avoid detection from unseen entities. Navigate haunted locales carefully, stay quiet, and cover your mouth to muffle your breathing to survive."

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Audience ScoreBased on 121 reviews

atmosphere5 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and immersive ghost hunting experience with great atmosphere and sound design, making it genuinely scary.
The developers are highly responsive to player feedback, frequently releasing updates and bug fixes, which shows their commitment to improving the game.
Playing with friends enhances the experience, as the game creates memorable moments of shared fear and excitement.

The game is still in early access and suffers from numerous bugs, including issues with the tutorial, equipment functionality, and performance.
Many players feel the game lacks originality, drawing too heavily from other titles like Phasmophobia and Demonologist without offering enough unique content.
The controls and mechanics can be clunky and confusing, making it difficult for new players to understand how to effectively use the tools and navigate the game.

atmosphere
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and chilling qualities, creating a uniquely creepy environment that enhances the ghost-hunting experience. Players appreciate the game's sound design and pacing, which contribute to a tense and engaging atmosphere that stands out in the genre. Despite some minor bugs, the overall ambiance is considered the game's strongest aspect, drawing players into its dark and unsettling world.
- “The environment and atmosphere in each map are amazing.”
- “Fast forward to today after a complete overhaul of the game & it still has that creepy atmosphere unmatched in any other game in the genre.”
- “The game is scary in atmosphere and stands out in that factor.”
- “From the first moment, the game surrounds you in a dark atmosphere that is impossible to ignore.”
- “The atmosphere is definitely the game’s strongest point; it’s quiet, tense, and every flicker in your flashlight makes you wonder if you should turn back.”
gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics and genuine tension during paranormal investigations, reminiscent of titles like Phasmophobia. However, players note that the movement can be clunky and the lack of a guided tutorial may hinder newcomers, making it difficult to fully grasp the investigative tools. Despite these issues, the game shows promise with its atmospheric maps, impressive sound design, and potential for future improvements.
- “The paranormal investigation gameplay delivers genuine tension, and the unpredictability of supernatural encounters keeps the suspense alive.”
- “The maps have great ambience, the sound is really unnerving, and the difficulty levels add a lot of extra gameplay.”
- “For an early access title, this game is pretty solid and has a lot of potential, with gameplay that feels similar to Phasmophobia.”
- “Movement and mechanics are still a bit clunky, and the lack of a guided tutorial may leave new players stumbling in the dark—sometimes literally.”
- “A short walkthrough or onboarding system would go a long way in easing players into the game’s investigative mechanics, particularly for understanding how to use and interpret equipment.”
- “Even with over 100 hours in similar games, I found it tough to learn the mechanics without guidance.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed feedback; while many players praise the visuals as realistic and immersive, some criticize them for being mediocre and demanding excessive GPU resources. Despite these concerns, the combination of graphics and audio contributes to a thrilling experience, with several users highlighting the game's ability to evoke fear and excitement.
- “Amazing hunt sounds, great graphics, it's just a lot of fun!”
- “Awesome game, lots of fun, scary, and very good graphics, 9 out of 10 for me.”
- “The graphics of the game are so real!”
- “Graphics could be better.”
- “Issue 3: uses a ton of GPU for mediocre graphics and experience.”
- “Then there's the asking me to join the Discord whenever I open the game, or when I originally opened it, it was on the lowest possible graphics settings that I finally know what it feels like to be Hans Moleman from The Simpsons.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of dark comedy and absurdity, with players finding joy in jump scares and the quirky behavior of ghost models. The shared experience of panic among friends enhances the comedic elements, making the interactions with the supernatural both entertaining and memorable. Overall, the game successfully combines horror and humor, leaving players laughing even in the face of danger.
- “This is one of those games that’s better with friends, not because it’s easier, but because the shared panic and dark humor that arise in the face of horror are unforgettable.”
- “There is no other game that I can say you can anger a demon enough to kill you through a crucifix and still be laughing at the end.”
- “Also, the duppy is hilarious.”
- “The models for the 'ghosts' are cringey and funny to watch running at you.”
- “The attempts at humor often fall flat, making the game feel more awkward than amusing.”
- “The jokes are so forced that they detract from the overall experience rather than enhance it.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game currently experiences notable stability issues, including frequent bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, such as players being disconnected or only partially visible. However, as it is in early access, ongoing hotfixes are being implemented, and some players report enjoyable experiences when glitches are minimal. Users are advised to proceed with caution due to the potential for frustration.
- “Just play at your own pace because the frustration is there; however, if you get a perfect game where no glitches appear, it makes you realize it can be fun.”
- “The game runs smoothly most of the time, and I appreciate the stability it offers during intense moments.”
- “I've experienced very few crashes, which is impressive for a game of this scale. Stability really enhances the overall experience.”
- “Sometimes it glitches you out mid-game and you have to rejoin your team again, or your teammates glitch out and you can only see their hats.”
- “Some negatives: the equipment is extremely buggy, whether intentionally or not.”
- “It's a little buggy sometimes, but it is in early access currently, so bugs will happen.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing smooth performance on high-end systems, while others report significant issues such as crashes and fluctuating frame rates, even with powerful hardware. Overall, many users feel that the game's optimization is lacking and not up to standard for a full release.
- “I see a lot of people complaining about performance even with good computer specs. I personally don't have this issue; the game runs extremely well for me, but I'd still suggest being wary, especially if your PC is on the lower end.”
- “Good game, but performance could be better. Anytime my friend uses a spirit box, his game crashes, which is frustrating.”
- “Optimization is a joke; it shouldn't be released in this state.”
- “The performance is terrible; the game jumps between 50 - 80 FPS, even with a 7800X3D and 7900 XTX on medium settings.”
- “Optimization is a joke; it shouldn't have been released in this state.”
- “Performance is another issue.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is marred by gameplay mechanics that require players to repurchase items like crucis, while also limiting the number of items that can be brought into missions. Additionally, some users have reported frustrating bugs that prevent them from earning money after completing missions, detracting from the overall narrative experience.
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks coherence, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music and sound effects are highly praised for enhancing the overall experience, particularly by intensifying the sense of fear during critical moments in the game.
- “The sound effects and music perfectly complement the experience, increasing the fear during critical moments.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly immersive, enhancing the emotional depth of the game.”
- “Each track is expertly crafted, making every moment feel unique and engaging.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, leading to a lack of recommendation from users.
- “There's just no way I can recommend this Halloween cash grab of a game.”
- “The monetization is so aggressive that it ruins the overall experience.”
- “I feel like I'm being constantly pushed to spend money instead of enjoying the game.”