Abnormality

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"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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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 148 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a genuinely scary experience with impressive sound design and immersive atmosphere.
Developers are actively engaging with the community and regularly implementing feedback and bug fixes.
The gameplay is challenging and fun, especially when played with friends, making it a great option for fans of ghost hunting games.

The game suffers from significant bugs and optimization issues, making it frustrating to play at times.
Lack of clear tutorials and instructions can make it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as ghost behavior and evidence collection, are inconsistent and need improvement.

graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
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14%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their realism and dark aesthetic, contributing to an immersive and scary experience. While most reviews highlight the excellent visual quality, some users note minor bugs and issues, such as uneven flooring and equipment scrolling. Overall, the graphics receive high marks, enhancing the game's fun and chilling atmosphere.
- “The game has a dark, realistic aesthetic.”
- “Graphically, it’s excellent, despite minor issues like uneven flooring.”
- “Genuinely fun, scary, and great graphics.”
- “The graphics do have slight bugs, especially when scrolling through equipment.”
- “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.”
- “Better graphics and controls.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
66%
17%
The gameplay is generally solid and reminiscent of titles like Phasmophobia, featuring impressive sound quality and a good level of customization. However, players have noted significant issues with mechanics, such as missing evidence and ghost behaviors, which can hinder the experience. While the game shows potential, especially for an early access title, many find the learning curve steep without proper guidance.
- “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.”
- “The sound quality is impressive, the mechanics are fun, and there’s a nice level of customization.”
- “But!.... there are still major issues to be fixed with a bunch of mechanics, such as missing evidence, ghost behaviors, etc.”
- “Even with over 100 hours in similar games, I found it tough to learn the mechanics without guidance.”
- “There isn’t much in the gameplay that sets it apart from others, except maybe the cute raccoon in the lobby (though that has nothing to do with horror).”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
67%
25%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth, with many users noting that there isn't much of a narrative to engage with. Overall, the setting fails to provide a compelling backdrop, leaving players wanting more in terms of storytelling.
- “Es gibt nicht wirklich eine story.”
- “There’s not much of a story.”
- “There isn't really a story.”
- “Story and setting”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is consistently described as dark, chilling, and immersive, effectively creating a tense and scary environment that captivates players from the start. While newcomers may find the intensity thrilling, experienced players might not feel the same level of excitement. Some users noted bugs that detracted from the experience, but overall, there is a desire for the atmosphere to be further developed in future updates.
- “From the first moment, the game surrounds you in a dark atmosphere that is impossible to ignore.”
- “From the very first moment, the atmosphere draws you in with its dark and chilling vibe.”
- “It creates a tense atmosphere, which might excite newcomers, but I wouldn’t say experienced players would feel the same intensity.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its unique blend of comedic elements and horror, such as the absurdity of angering a demon and the amusing interactions with ghosts. Players find the ghost models both cringey and entertaining, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere despite the game's jumpscares. Overall, the humor adds a distinctive charm that enhances the gaming experience.
- “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.”
- “Great jumpscares, the interactions with the ghost without the spirit box are funny (wish there was more to ask it). The game has great potential and I see it competing with other relatable games when it gets fully released.”
- “The models for the 'ghosts' are cringey and funny to watch running at you.”
- “The jokes feel forced and often miss the mark, making the humor fall flat.”
- “The attempts at humor are so over-the-top that they become more annoying than amusing.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The optimization of the game has been widely criticized, with many users stating that it is severely lacking and should not have been released in its current state. Performance issues are also a significant concern among players.
- “Optimization is a joke; it shouldn't be released in this state.”
- “Performance is another issue.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The game is reported to be quite buggy, leading to potential frustration for players, but ongoing hotpatching efforts are aimed at addressing these issues. When the game runs smoothly without glitches, it can be an enjoyable experience. Players are advised to proceed with caution due to the stability concerns.
- “When everything runs smoothly, the game truly shines and becomes an enjoyable experience.”
- “The stability of the game can vary, but when it works perfectly, it offers a fantastic gaming experience.”
- “If you manage to play without any glitches, the game can be incredibly fun and engaging.”
- “The game is incredibly buggy, but the developers are actively hotpatching to fix issues.”
- “The game is incredibly buggy, but the developers are actively hotpatching to fix issues.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The music and sound effects in the game significantly enhance the overall experience, with well-chosen sound effects that heighten tension during critical moments. While there is no background music, the atmospheric sounds, particularly the storm, contribute to an immersive and fear-inducing environment.
- “Additionally, the sound effects and music perfectly complement the experience, increasing the fear during critical moments.”
- “There’s no background music, only the sound of the storm, but the sound effects are chosen well and make for an immersive experience.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, particularly in relation to its Halloween theme, leading to a strong recommendation against it.
- “There's just no way I can recommend this Halloween cash grab of a game.”